Foundation Update July 2022
Educators’ Big Night Returns to In-Person CelebrationEducators’ big night was one to remember! On May 13, more than 600…
3 states in the Deep South are collaborating to advance community schools
Editor's Note: This article is by Jennifer Kotting, PhD and originally appeared on the Brookings Institution website. Kotting is…
How to Start the Grant Application Process
By Jesse GraytockGrants Manager, The NEA FoundationEvery month, I get dozens of calls from educators asking how to make…
Privacy Policy
Donor Privacy PolicyThe NEA Foundation values each of our donors and takes their privacy very seriously. To that end,…
Grantee Discussion: Where do you look for outside funding?
Now more than ever, savvy teachers and education-support professionals are looking beyond their districts to fund innovative projects.As an…
Grantee Discussion: How did you continue group professional development after your funded year?
Group Learning & Leadership Grants have allowed many of you and your colleagues to explore education theory and practice…
Simpler is Better
We’re pleased to announce the launch of the updated NEA Foundation Web site. By organizing the site by our…
Making Science “Click” With Students and More Projects Worth Replicating
Ever wonder what grantees accomplish with the $2,000 or $5,000 funding they receive from the NEA Foundation’s Student Achievement…
“Keep Austin Wired” with the NEA Foundation’s online courses
By Jesse GraytockGrants ManagerThe motto of Austin, Texas, home of the 2013 National Council of Urban Education Associations’ fall…
Lessons Learned: Grantee Jenna Hixson says her students can’t just watch a movie anymore
Tell us about your plans for your NEA Foundation grant project.Half of my students are economically disadvantaged and have…
Lessons Learned: Relationships with students and families shine positive light on classroom environment
Tell us about your plans for your NEA Foundation grant project."STEM Scientists" is a program that has created a…
Lessons Learned: On second chances and hope— through education
Tell us about your plans for your NEA Foundation funded grant project.The grant provided funding for me to attend…
Lessons Learned: Gardening, Puppets, and English Language Learners
Tell us about your plans for your NEA Foundation grant project.As part of our “Language Acquisition through the Arts,…
My Day in Sixth Grade Math Class
By Jesse GraytockNEA Foundation Grants ManagerThe NEA Foundation“Are you a secret agent?”That’s how I was greeted as I entered…
These Educators Are Having the Best Summer Ever
While many of their students soak up the joy of a homework-free summer, educators who received $2,000 Learning &…
5 Educators Tips to Prep for the New School Year
We asked a recent NEA Foundation grant recipient what she does to prepare for the upcoming school year. Check…
How a Texas School District Finds Innovation in Teaching with Peer Assistance and Review
This blog series spotlights current teams of the NEA Foundation Institute for Innovation in Teaching & Learning. The Institute…
A Library for Every Learner: Meet Excellence in Education Award Winner Heather LaBarbara
This blog series features five educators who will be honored by The NEA Foundation with the prestigious 2016 Horace…
The NEA Foundation wants you to fill in the blank: “Education means…”
Every student deserves a great public education, but what exactly does that mean? The NEA Foundation wants to hear…