The Village Award
Funding Amount
$500
Deadline
Deadline not published
Grant Type
Foundation
Deadline history & next window
- Cycle
- Annual
- Tracked since
- April 2026
Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.
Can we apply?
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Eligible organizations
- Teaching in Detroit Public Schools or other Detroit educational institutions
- Clothes for students
Other requirements
- Must be a teacher in the City of Detroit
- Classroom and teacher supplies
- Art supplies
- Books for classroom use
Overview
Purpose: Recognizing exceptional teachers in Detroit who pour into young people each day in the classroom.
Eligibility:
- Must be a teacher in the City of Detroit
- Teaching in Detroit Public Schools or other Detroit educational institutions
Eligible Uses:
- Classroom and teacher supplies
- Art supplies
- Books for classroom use
- Clothes for students
Philosophy: Acknowledges that teachers spend approximately $500 of their personal money annually on essential classroom items. This award helps offset those costs.
Geographic Scope: Detroit, Michigan only
Background: Part of the Strategic Community Partners Annual Scholarship Fund, recognizing that "it takes a village to raise our youth—and teachers are an undeniable part of the village."
How to Apply
How to Apply
Application Options:
- Self-Application: Teachers can apply directly using the application form
- Nomination: Community members can nominate exemplary Detroit teachers; SCP staff will contact nominees with instructions
Required Materials:
Specific materials not detailed in provided content; applicants should refer to the application form for complete requirements.
Eligibility Verification:
Applicants must demonstrate they are currently teaching in Detroit.
Process:
- Complete application form or submit nomination
- If nominated, await contact from SCP staff
- Awards announced annually
What Strategic Community Partners Inc actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990, 2022 — the most recent filing with itemized grants
- Grants in 2022
- 2
- Total given
- $115K
- Median grant
- $57K
- Range
- $20K–$95K
- By dollars: Michigan 100%. Top recipient cities: Detroit, MI.
Example grants
Detroit City Lions Youth Club · Detroit, MI
$95K
Developing Despite Distance · Detroit, MI
$20K
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
- Teachers
- Education
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