HEF: Classroom Grant

HEF: Classroom Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: HILLSBOROUGH EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC
Amount: US $100 - US $2,000
Last Updated: July 22, 2025

Summary

The HEF Classroom Grant offers funding between $100 and $2,000 for innovative projects by educators in Hillsborough County. Designed to enhance student engagement and learning, this grant encourages applications from teachers, administrators, and support staff for projects that go beyond standard school budgets. Community members can directly support these initiatives, fostering a collaborative environment to enrich education. However, certain items like technology and furniture are not eligible for funding.

Overview

NOTE: We recommend you communicate your plans with your administration so they are aware. Classroom Grant Get Funding for Your Innovative Ideas Are you a teacher, administrator, or support staff member with an innovative project idea that needs funding? Hillsborough Education Foundation (HEF) and our community of supporters are ready to help you make it happen! Through our easy-to-use online grant application platform, educators can post their school or classroom projects and get funding from HEF and a pool of individual donors. Our platform allows community members to search by school, teacher, or subject area, giving them the chance to directly support the amazing work happening in our classrooms. Whether you’re looking to fund a STEAM initiative, arts program, or any project that enriches students’ learning, we want to help you succeed! HEF provides dedicated funding to fuel innovative classroom projects that go beyond typical school budgets, sparking excitement and engagement among students. Funding Hillsborough County Public Schools educators can apply for project funding ranging from $100 to $2,000.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. HEF accepts applications from administrators, media specialists, and guidance counselors.Curriculum-based field trip proposals are welcomed.

Ineligibility

What types of items will HEF not fund:Technology, such as tablets, iPads, tablets, computers, etc. Any kind of furniture (examples: flexible seating, desks & bookcases). Room décor such as pillows and posters. Online software subscriptions. Gift cards.