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REACH Grants for Educators

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Funding Amount

Up to $500 (target amount for 2025-2026)

Deadline

June 1, 2026

55 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

REACH Grants for Educators

Overview: The REACH Grants program funds projects which pioneer innovative approaches to teaching that cannot currently be funded through the NPPS District budget. The goal is to give educators financial support to inspire students and change lives.

Background: Since its inception in 1994, more than $271,000 has been given to North Platte educators through the REACH grant program since 1998.

Geographic Scope: North Platte Public School District, Nebraska

Eligibility:

  • All current educators in North Platte Public School District are eligible to apply

  • Applications are encouraged from individual teachers and team/joint applications

    • Focus Areas:

  • Projects must demonstrate innovative and effective ways to meet student needs and be curricular in nature

  • Pioneer new approaches, instead of merely repeating existing projects (renewal of projects are appropriate)

  • Must increase student adjustment, interest and motivation to learn

  • Projects must meet the educational goals or mission of North Platte Public Schools, its buildings' strategic plans and/or the needs of its students

    • Target Amount: $500 per project for 2025-2026 school year (projects over $500 still considered if they encompass entire building)

    What NPPSF Will Not Fund:

  • Miscellaneous or general supplies and/or incentives (not related to the project)

  • Salaries or wages including sub pay

  • Facility alterations or additions

  • Anything not within the guidelines of the district technology or curriculum plans

    • Requirements:

  • Applicants must discuss with building administrator before submitting application

  • Those educators receiving REACH Grant funding must write a summary of how the funds were used

    • Contact Information:

  • Phone: (308) 696-3325

  • Address: 301 West F Street, P.O. Box 1557, North Platte, Nebraska 69103

    • Funding Partner: Wilkinson Companies-Fat Dog's (matching foundation funds)

    How to Apply

    REACH Grant Application Process

    Application Timeline:
    1. Applications will open June 1, 2026 for the 2026-2027 school year
    2. Applications are submitted online
    3. Applications are reviewed by an independent grant committee, including NPPSD curriculum advisors and a member of the NPPSD IT team

    Application Steps:
    1. Discuss your project idea with your building administrator before submitting
    2. Complete the online REACH Grant application
    3. Submit application through the online portal
    4. Grant committee reviews applications using REACH Grant Policy Guidelines
    5. If funded, provide a summary of how the funds were used

    Evaluation Criteria - Projects Must:
    1. Demonstrate innovative and effective ways to meet student needs and be curricular in nature
    2. Pioneer new approaches instead of merely repeating an existing project (renewal of projects are appropriate)
    3. Not be currently eligible for support through the North Platte Public Schools' budget
    4. Increase student adjustment, interest and motivation to learn
    5. Meet the educational goals or mission of North Platte Public Schools, its buildings' strategic plans and/or the needs of its students
    6. Encourage team/joint application (teams supported)

    Required Materials:

  • Online application form

  • Project summary (to be provided after grant award)

    • Review Process:

  • Independent grant committee review

  • Includes NPPSD curriculum advisors

  • Includes NPPSD IT team member

  • Committee uses REACH Grant Policy Guidelines for determination

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    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    teachersk-12-schoolsacademic-enrichment

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