Educational Foundation of Lake County Teacher Grants

Educational Foundation of Lake County Teacher Grants

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Educational Foundation of Lake County
Last Updated: December 23, 2025

Summary

Overview

Our Mission Our mission is to serve as the connection between our community and public education, evaluating needs and securing resources to enhance the quality of education. Originally established in 1987 as the Dial-A-Teacher program in Lake County, Florida, by local business leaders in collaboration with the Lake County School District. The primary objective was to provide homework assistance to students, particularly those facing academic challenges. In 1988, the 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization was renamed the Education Foundation of Lake County, Inc. This rebranding marked a broader commitment to enhancing public education in the community. Today, the foundation continues to serve as a vital link between the community and public education, offering various programs and initiatives to support students and educators throughout Lake County. We are a member of the Consortium of Florida Education Foundations. Teacher Grants Each year, the Education Foundation funds projects that directly support students, teachers and classrooms in the Lake County School District. We’re especially excited to back initiatives focused on: Career & technical education Graduation and literacy improvement Financial education STEM programs Support for struggling students Are you a teacher or support staff member with an innovative project idea that needs funding? The Education Foundation works with our community of supporters to help make that idea a reality. Through our easy-to-use online grant application, educators are encouraged to submit their proposed ideas to secure funding. For grants over $2,000, applicants need to get approval from their Principal and the Superintendent (or her designee). For Curriculum or Capital Expenses? Get approval by your Media Specialist and Principal.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. What We Fund: Innovative programs, classroom needs, equipment and teacher leadership. Who's Eligible?Any employee of the Lake County School District – this includes teachers, staff, administrators, etc. The goal is that it impacts the students of Lake County Schools.

Ineligibility

Field trips, transportation, fees, uniforms or general school overhead.