How much funding does Virginia Swihart Beginning Teacher Fund provide?

Funding amounts vary. Check the grant details for specifics.

When is the deadline for Virginia Swihart Beginning Teacher Fund?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

How often is Virginia Swihart Beginning Teacher Fund offered?

Virginia Swihart Beginning Teacher Fund runs on an annual cycle.

Virginia Swihart Beginning Teacher Fund

New Haven Schools Foundation

Foundation Annual Grants for Teachers Grants for K-12 Schools Professional Development Grants

Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

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.

Overview

Small grants to help beginning teachers with their classroom needs and supplies.

Geographic Scope: New Haven Unified School District (CA, US)

Focus Areas:

Classroom supplies
Educational displays
Organizational tools
Art supplies
Items to personalize teaching space

Eligible Applicants: New teachers in their first year

Background: Virginia Swihart was a beloved teacher and administrator in the New Haven Unified School District who nurtured and supported new teachers. She established this fund to help beginning teachers transition to their new classrooms.

What Grants Cover:

Gift cards for classroom supplies and materials
Essential classroom setup items
Educational materials and displays
Organizational and decorative items

Key Information:

Helps new teachers turn empty classrooms into warm, inviting learning spaces
Small grants provided each year
Monies in the fund come from donations made by NHUSD staff
Some NHUSD staff members direct disbursements
This fund is not open for public applications - funds are distributed directly to new teachers