Every student deserves to feel seen and heard in their classroom. Envision Equity Grants enable educators to implement innovative methods of teaching and learning with the aim of deepening their commitments to anti-racism and all forms of equity, while advancing students’ understanding of world cultures, civic engagement, and democracy.
Application Timeline
Application Period
March 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Notification: july | Please register by April 28th
Overview
Envision Equity Grants support project-based learning and help educators to advance students’ cultural understanding and appreciation, anti-racism commitments, and understanding of civic engagement and democracy.
Envision Equity Grants are available to educators, specialized instructional support personnel, and education support professionals who are pursuing project-based learning, partnerships, or resources rooted in advancing equity in the classroom and beyond.
Envision Equity grants will fund projects up to $5,000. Grants fund activities for 12 months from the date of the award.
Examples of Possible Uses of Funds
This is not an exhaustive or prescriptive list.
- Bring trainers to your school to support culturally-sustaining teaching and learning;
- Purchase and implement new social and emotional learning curriculum materials;
- Pay for supplies to implement project-based learning, addressing a real-world challenge;
- Develop stronger education-focused family, school, and community partnerships;
- Gain access to resources that can help to deepen students’ understanding of racial equity and anti-racist commitments and actions;
- Implement projects elevating student voice and supporting students’ engagement in civic and community life.
Application Registration
The NEA Foundation recently transitioned to a new grants application system to provide an upgraded experience for our applicants and grantees. To receive access to an application, follow the steps below!
If you have any questions, please contact GrantsAndPrograms@nea.org
Visit the registration link. If you’re new to our system, select “Create Account” on the right-hand side to start your registration.
Respond to the question “What is your purpose for registering?” by selecting: “I am applying for the Grants to Educators” Application
Fill in details about your workplace.
Enter your NEA membership information, including your NEA membership number. To be eligible, you must be an active NEA member.
After you submit your registration, our team will review your information and verify your NEA membership status. This process may take up to 3 business days.
Once approved, you will receive an email with your login information, granting you access to the portal and application forms.
If your NEA membership is not active, you will not be granted access to the application portal.
