Funding Amount

Up to $1,000

Deadline

November 13, 2026

219 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Educator Grants

Overview: This initiative offers all Jeffco staff members the opportunity to apply for funding to enhance their schools or classrooms with innovative resources and programs.

Purpose

Empower educators by offering extra funds for resources and programs, facilitating an enriched teaching experience while eliminating financial barriers. Support classroom innovation, student engagement, and professional excellence.

    Eligibility

  • All Jeffco Public Schools staff members are eligible to apply
  • Educators in all schools, including Title I schools

    Funding Focus Areas

  • Innovative technology
  • Specialized classroom materials
  • Unique student programs
  • Classroom innovation and student engagement

    Recent Impact

  • 2025 Awards: 158 grants totaling $135,000
  • Schools/Departments Funded: 81
  • Title I Schools Supported: 20 (nearly 1 in 3 grants, over $36,000 in direct support)
  • Demonstrates commitment to educational equity and closing achievement gaps

    Timeline

  • Applications Open: October 1, 2026
  • Applications Close: November 13, 2026
  • Review Process: Following deadline, applications reviewed by committee
  • Award Notice: Before Winter Break

    Contact

    The Jefferson Foundation
  • Address: 1829 Denver West Drive, Bldg. 27, Golden, Colorado 80401
  • Phone: 303-982-2210
  • Email: [email protected]
  • EIN: 84-0970315

How to Apply

Application Process

1. Access the Application: Follow the link at jeffcoschoolsfoundation.org/funding.html to complete the funding application
2. Eligibility Check: Application form is restricted to those with Jeffco Public School emails only
3. Outside Partners: If from an outside organization partnering with the schools, email [email protected] for access
4. Submit by Deadline: November 13, 2026

    Required Materials

  • Completed online application form
  • Description of proposed use of funds

    Application Details

  • Format: Online application form (restricted access for Jeffco staff)
  • Required Information: Not fully detailed in provided content, but applications describe how funds will enhance schools/classrooms

Questions/Support

For all other requests or questions, complete the contact form at jeffcoschoolsfoundation.org/funding.html

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

teacherseducationk-12-schoolsacademic-enrichment

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