Teacher Impact Grants

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.