Funding Amount

$500

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

The Village Award

Award Amount: $500

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."

    Contact: info@strategiccommunitypartners.org

    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:
    1. Complete application form or submit nomination
    2. If nominated, await contact from SCP staff
    3. Awards announced annually

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    teacherseducation

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