Classroom & School Grants Program

Purpose: Supports teachers and students by funding tools and resources that are normally not included in their budget but are necessary for creating unique learning experiences.

Geographic Scope: School District of Lee County, Florida

Focus Areas:

• Arts, Literacy or Social Studies
• Health/Fitness/Nutrition
• Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM)
• Academic Achievement of Low Performing Students
• Literacy

Eligibility:

• Teachers in the School District of Lee County
• Educators and administrators throughout the School District

What They Fund:

• Innovative projects that enhance student learning
• Hands-on activities and unique perspectives on traditional subject areas
• Tools and resources for creating unique learning experiences

Organization Information:

• The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools, Inc.
• Mission: Enhance and enrich the quality of public education in Lee County for students and educators
• Rated as Platinum 4-star nonprofit organization by GuideStar

Contact Information:

• Phone: 239.337.0433
• Foundation Office Address: 2266 Second Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901
• Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1608, Fort Myers, FL 33902
• Website: leeschoolfoundation.org

Funding Support:

• Gold Sponsor: Suncoast Credit Union
• Program also sponsored in part by a major grant from the Consortium of Florida Education Foundation (made possible by the State of Florida)

Application Process

• Teachers submit a grant application to The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools
• Specific application materials and procedures not detailed in provided content
• Annual ceremony held to recognize and award recipients

For complete application details, contact:

• Phone: 239.337.0433
• Email: Brittany@LeeSchoolFoundation.org