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Teacher-Leader Collaborative Grants Program

PHILADELPHIA ACADEMY OF SCHOOL LEADERS

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Funding Amount

$5,000 - $15,000

Deadline

May 2, 2026

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Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Teacher-Leader Collaborative Grants Program

Overview: A grants program that calls for teachers to team up with their administrators to devise a plan that addresses school-based problems.

Geographic Scope: Philadelphia, PA

Eligibility:

  • Teams of teachers and administrators from Philadelphia schools

  • Must be working collaboratively on a school-based problem

    • What They Fund:

  • School-based improvement projects developed jointly by teacher-administrator teams

  • Innovative project ideas addressing school challenges

    • Award Details:

  • Funding Amount: $5,000 - $15,000 per grant

  • Selection: Winners announced in late May

  • Program Status: Launched March 18, 2025; inaugural year selected 13 schools

  • Support: PMI Educational Foundation sponsors the program

    • Additional Program Elements:

  • Teacher-Leader Institute: Full-day professional development training for grant recipients to prepare them to undertake their individual projects

    • Contact Information:

  • Address: 1617 John F Kennedy Blvd Ste 1210, Philadelphia, PA 19103

  • Phone: 215.965.7945

  • Website: phillyschoolleaders.org

    • How to Apply

    Application Process

    Timeline:

  • Application Deadline: May 2, 2026

  • Winners Announced: Late May

    • Application Requirements:

  • Teams must consist of at least one teacher and one administrator

  • Develop a collaborative plan addressing a school-based problem

  • Submit application materials (specific format not detailed in available content)

    • Support Available:

  • Workshop held to help teachers and principals learn about the grant and tailor responses

  • 30+ educators attended inaugural workshop representing 15+ Philadelphia schools

    • Note: Detailed application materials, narrative questions, and submission instructions are referenced as available but specific details were not provided in the source material. For complete application details, refer to the grant program page or contact PASL directly.

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    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    teachersteacher-developmentk-12-schools

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