Teacher Impact Grants

Teacher Impact Grants

Overview: Grants that fund school science projects and beyond, supporting classroom projects in STEM, visual and performing arts, and other educational initiatives. The Foundation for OCPS has awarded more than $3 million to educators for their classroom projects.

Award Details

• Award Range: $500 to $15,000
• Focus Areas:
- STEM education and science labs - Visual and performing arts projects - Classroom equipment and supplies - Project-based learning initiatives
• Geographic Scope: Orange County Public Schools, Florida
• Types of Grants: Named grants available including Lockheed Martin STEM grants, Florida Education License Plate fund, and Phoenix Foundation of Central Florida Morning Glow grants

Example Projects Funded

• Project Lead the Way biomedical curriculum kits and lab equipment
• Art supplies (brushes, colored pencils, markers, paint, paper)
• Musical instruments (bongos, maracas, tambourines, xylophones)
• Visual arts materials for portrait drawing and papier-mâché projects
• STEM lab experiments and design challenges

Impact

Teacher impact grants have funded learning resources that have had a lasting impact on thousands of students. The grants support hands-on learning experiences and innovative classroom projects.

Contact Information

• Address: 445 W. Amelia St., Suite 901, Orlando, FL 32801
• Phone: (407) 317-3261
• Email: foundation@ocps.net
• Administrator of Philanthropic Strategy: Margaux Pagan

Application Process

Timeline: Information on teacher impact grants is typically available online in late spring for the following school year.

Eligible Applicants: Teachers in Orange County Public Schools

Application Details: Specific application procedures were not provided in the available content. Contact the foundation for current application information and deadlines.