PEP UP! Your Practice Professional Learning Grants

PEP UP! Your Practice Professional Learning Grants

Funder: Public Education Partners (PEP)

Geographic Scope: Greenville County Schools (GCS) and surrounding area in South Carolina

Overview: PEP is committed to uplifting the teaching profession by investing in the professional growth of educators. The program provides funding for self-selected professional development opportunities that support educator retention and success.

Focus Areas:

Professional development and conferences

Workshops and training

Subject-specific professional learning (e.g., Computer Science, Web Design)

Educator skill development

Award Amount: $750 per grant

Eligible Activities:

Conference attendance

Workshop participation

Professional development experiences

Training and skill-building opportunities

Philosophy:

Meaningful, self-selected learning opportunities are key to educator retention and success

Supporting teacher development is essential to improving student learning outcomes

2025-2026 Recipients: 4 educators received grants

Contact: Taylor McLeer, Director of Educational Initiatives

Email: taylor@pepgc.org

Organization Details:

Address: 225 S. Pleasantburg Drive, Suite E6, Greenville, SC 29607

Phone: 864-233-4133

Website: pepgc.org

501(c)(3) Non-profit, EIN: 57-0769637