Investing in Classroom Culture
Catalyst for Change is a competitive grant program that rewards teachers and schools for using innovative strategies to engage students in the classroom.
$115,000
invested in teachers through Catalyst for Change (2018-2019)
66%
of 7th grade students at Mebane Middle School saw increases in their math FSA scores
8
teacher projects funded through Catalyst for Change 2020
How to Apply
$2,000-$5,000 grants are awarded for grant proposals. Applications for fall 2020 will open in October. Applicants will provide project background information, including a timeline, budget, and expected outcomes. At the end of the project, grant recipients will provide project evaluation reports to The Education Foundation.
Projects that incorporate these other areas will receive additional consideration:
- Low-Performing Students
- Teaching Quality
- Literacy
- Career/Technical education
Who May Apply
Individual teachers, teams of teachers, principals, and other educators (e.g., guidance counselors, media specialists) may apply on behalf of their school and district-level staff.
Click the links below to view summaries of past Catalyst for Change funded projects, examples of successful applications, and terminology to help you with getting your desired project results.
Apply Now
All applications must be typed and submitted via email to Director of Programs, Tia Paul, at The Education Foundation: brocktt@gm.sbac.edu.
Resources
The Florida Gap Map from the Florida Chamber of Commerce
Creating Strategic Impacts from The Florida Department of Education
Using EduData in Program Planning from the Florida Consortium of Education Foundations
Sponsors
Catalyst for Change grants are funded by the generosity of the following sponsors:
