How much funding does Teacher Grants provide?

The listing does not state a funding amount. Check the funder's announcement for specifics.

When is the deadline for Teacher Grants?

The funder has not published the next deadline; based on past cycles it is expected around October.

Who is eligible for Teacher Grants?

Eligible applicants: Renton School District, Washington (all levels: elementary, middle, and high school); Teachers in Renton School District; Support staff in Renton School District.

How often is Teacher Grants offered?

Teacher Grants runs on an annual cycle. The next deadline is expected October 31, 2026.

Who has received Teacher Grants funding?

Renton Schools Foundation's IRS filings list 4 awards under this program (2021–2025). Recent recipients include Renton School District (Renton, WA), $596,899 in 2025.

Teacher Grants

Renton Schools Foundation

Foundation Annual Grants for Teachers Grants for K-12 Schools STEM Education Grants Music Education Grants

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Expected ~October

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Current deadline: October 31, 2026
Tracked since: April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: October

From the program guidelines: “Timeline: Applications open in October annually”

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Renton School District, Washington (all levels: elementary, middle, and high school)
Teachers in Renton School District
Support staff in Renton School District

Overview

Supports innovation in the classroom by providing direct grants to teachers and support staff for use in classrooms to support student learning.

Background

Launched: 2015-16 school year
Total Granted (2015-2026): Over $326,000 to 231 teachers and support staff
2024-25 Grants: Over $42,000 awarded

Geographic Scope

Renton School District, Washington (all levels: elementary, middle, and high school)

Focus Areas

Literacy: High-interest books, dual language materials, graphic novels, reading programs
STEM: 3-D printing, GPS units, boat design/build materials, advanced mathematics software, science equipment
Music & Arts: Musical instruments, sheet music, art supplies, choir materials, ensemble resources
Multi-disciplinary: Audio-video kits, makerspace materials

What Gets Funded

Classroom materials and equipment that support student learning innovation, including:

Books and reading materials
Technology and software
Art and music supplies
Science equipment and materials
Design and building materials

Eligibility

Teachers in Renton School District
Support staff in Renton School District

Community Partners

Bergquist Family Fund
Joy Poff Fund for Education and Families
Harper Engineering

Contact

Contact Person: Kayla Steckler

How to Apply

Application Process

Timeline: Applications open in October annually

Steps:

Renton School District Community Relations Office sends email to all teachers/educators with application information
Submit grant proposal through process outlined in email notification

Required Materials:

Grant proposal (specific requirements sent via email)

Contact for Questions:

Kayla Steckler (Renton Schools Foundation)

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Past recipients of this program

Recent awards under this program (from Renton Schools Foundation's IRS filings)

Renton School District

Renton, WA · 2025

$597K

4 grants in Renton Schools Foundation's 2021–2025 filings reference “Teacher Grants” in their stated purpose. Amounts and places as reported by the funder.