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David and Margaret Bottorff Math and Science Initiative for Elementary Teachers

Heritage Fund - the Community Foundation

Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

October 23, 2026

25 days left

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle
Annual
Current deadline
October 23, 2026
Tracked since
April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: October

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Overview

Purpose: To provide grants to elementary teachers for math and science related programming.

Background: Dave served with Cummins management and Margaret taught in the elementary area with BCSC. The initiative was established to support young students with their aspirations and address future challenges through math and science.

Eligible Applicants: Elementary teachers

Use of Funds: Grants may be used in a variety of ways to stimulate, excite and inspire elementary students in math and science areas.

2026 Application Timeline:

  • Application Opens: August 1, 2026
  • Deadline: October 23, 2026

How to Apply

Application Process

Steps:
1. Create profile
2. Complete online application

Timeline:

  • Application Opens: August 1, 2026

  • Deadline: October 23, 2026
  • Application Method: Online application portal

    What Heritage Fund - the Community Foundation actually gave

    Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

    Grants in 2025
    64
    Total given
    $4.25M
    Median grant
    $20K
    Range
    $6,000–$782K
    • By dollars: Indiana 100%. Top recipient cities: Columbus, IN; Indianapolis, IN; Hope, IN.
    • 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
    • 25% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

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    IRS Form 990, 2025. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    • Teachers
    • Science teachers
    • STEM education
    • Education
    • K-12 schools

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