Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Teacher's Program

Overview: NAEIR's Teacher's Program provides licensed teachers and eligible education professionals with free or deeply discounted access to donated classroom supplies and educational materials.

Geographic Scope: National (United States)

Focus Areas:

  • Elementary and middle school classroom supplies

  • Educational materials and resources

  • Brand-name products including pens, pencils, crayons, art supplies, books, stationery, highlighters, scissors, and incentive items (stickers)

  • Seasonal supplies themed around holidays (Christmas, Easter, Halloween)

  • Apparel (rare availability)
  • Eligibility:

  • Licensed teachers who actively work in a classroom

  • Paraprofessionals

  • Librarians

  • School counselors

  • Social workers

  • Psychologists

  • Other education professionals (subject to approval)

  • All applications are subject to approval
  • Key Requirements:

  • All products received must be used solely in the classroom for students

  • Products cannot be bartered, traded, sold, or exchanged for goods or services

  • Products cannot be given to volunteers, officers, clergy, or employees for personal use

  • Members must maintain adequate books and records reflecting merchandise received

  • An order must be placed at least once every two years to keep account active
  • What They Fund/Provide:

  • Free registration for qualified teachers

  • Unlimited access to extensive online inventory (with exception of Big Book Catalog)

  • Free shipping for online inventory orders

  • Palletized items available (shipping charges applicant's responsibility)

  • Products only cost nominal handling and processing fees (typically less than one-third of retail/discount store prices)

  • Products donated by well-known companies: Crayola, Newell Brands, 3M, Avery Products, Hallmark, Walgreens, and others
  • Contact Information:

  • Address: 560 McClure Street, Galesburg, IL 61401

  • Phone: 1-800-562-0955 (ext. 406 for Member Relations)

  • Email: info@naeir.org

  • Website: naeir.org
  • Background:

  • Instituted in 2012 in response to community needs

  • Program formally launched August 14, 2012

  • One of NAEIR's initiatives to support teachers who typically spend $500-$600 out of pocket annually for basic school supplies

  • NAEIR (National Association for the Exchange of Industrial Resources) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Galesburg, Illinois

  • Member of Independent Sector, the national organization bringing together nonprofits, foundations, and corporate giving programs
  • How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Complete the online Teacher's Program Application
    - Visit the application page at https://www.naeir.org/members/teachers-program/teachers-application/
    - Provide required information including first name, last name, and email address
    - Provide school name, address, and phone number
    - Provide your position at the school
    - Provide home address and phone number (used for summer shipping)

    2. Application Review
    - All applications are subject to approval by NAEIR
    - Applicants will receive an email verification once application is received
    - New members cannot use the shopping website until approved

    3. Membership Activation
    - Once approved, members can immediately start shopping and saving
    - Registration is completely free
    - Only nominal handling and processing fees apply to products selected

    4. Account Maintenance
    - If membership has been deactivated, contact NAEIR to update and reactivate
    - If school location changes, update membership with new school's name, address, phone number, and position
    - To keep account active, place at least one order every two years

      Required Materials

    • First name
    • Last name
    • Email address
    • School name, address, and phone number
    • Current position/title at school
    • Home address and phone number

      Submission Format

    • Online application form at naeir.org

      Additional Notes

    • No application fee
    • No deadline specified; rolling admissions
    • Account reactivation available for former members

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    teacherseducation

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