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Grants for Innovative Teaching (GFIT)

JUNIOR LEAGUE OF DALLAS INC

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Funding Amount

Up to $2,500 per grant

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Grants for Innovative Teaching (GFIT)

Program Status: Active Signature Project of Junior League of Dallas

Award Amount: Up to $2,500 per educator

Geographic Scope: Dallas Independent School District (Dallas ISD)

Focus Areas: Special projects addressing:

  • Reading and literacy enrichment

  • Diversity

  • Special education

  • Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM)

  • Arts and culture enrichment

  • Cross-grade level initiatives

    • Eligible Applicants: Dallas ISD educators and teachers

    Program History:

  • This JLD Signature Project has awarded more than $2.2 million to Dallas ISD educators since inception

  • In 2023-2024: 38 educators awarded $78,684 total, impacting 30,000+ students

  • In 2021: 41 Dallas ISD educators presented with grants

    • What They Fund:

  • Special projects and innovative teaching initiatives

  • Educational materials and resources

  • Technology and equipment for classroom use

  • Student experiences and enrichment programs

    • Contact Information:
    Junior League of Dallas
    8003 Inwood Rd.
    Dallas, TX 75209
    Phone: 214-357-8822
    Website: jldallas.org

    Sponsors: Texas Instruments (Presenting Sponsor), The Agnes Cluthe Oliver Foundation

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    Specific application details not fully provided in available materials. Based on documentation:

    Application Criteria:

  • Project innovation, uniqueness, and inclusivity

  • Alignment with focus areas (literacy, STEM, diversity, special education, arts)

  • Potential student impact

    • Selection Process:

  • Committee review of applications

  • Award ceremony typically held in September

    • For detailed application instructions, contact:
    Junior League of Dallas
    Phone: 214-357-8822
    Website: jldallas.org

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    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    teacherseducationk-12-schoolsstem-educationliteracyspecial-education

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