Grant Application Guidelines

The Innovative Technology Education Fund (ITEF) offers a competitive grant program for schools located within our Geographic Service Area.  We invite accredited K-12 educational institutions, their classroom educators, and 501 (c) (3) non-profits who are partnering with accredited K-12 educational institutions to consider applying for a grant.  Project proposals may benefit individual classrooms, grade level(s), a school site and/or a collaboration with a 501 (c) (3) non-profit partner serving students and/or classroom educators from an accredited school.

The Innovative Technology Education Fund (ITEF)’s supports innovative ideas and models that enhance learning for students and classroom educators by focusing on:

• Student Achievement – Connecting students to the technological resources they need to reach high levels of educational success
• Extended Learning – Using technology to extend and enhance learning outside of the classroom
• Technology Skill Development and Transfer – Projects that support students and teachers in developing the skills and knowledge needed to function in and contribute to a technology-rich society

Special consideration will be given to wireless technology applications, K - Middle School applications, non-traditional students or student learning environments, projects benefiting students in economically disadvantaged areas, or from schools which currently perform at below-average levels in academic achievement.

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Grant Types / Grant Amounts:

Project Grants – These competitive grants are considered to be a one-time contribution and generally range from $1,000 USD to $25,000 USD.  Applicants can choose a project period of up to 12 months or up to 18 months in length.  Grant recipients will be asked to provide an interim report on project progress within six months of receiving their grant and a final report, including budgets and results/impact within 30 days of completing their project.

Board Directed Grants – These grants will be at the direction of the ITEF Board of Directors and will range from $25,000 USD - $100,000 USD annually.  These projects may span multiple years and will include a more in-depth evaluation to validate results / impact.  Please note:  There are no unsolicited proposals accepted for Board Directed Grants.

Grant Types Not Typically Funded:

• Individual Scholarships
• Annual Appeals, Endowments
• Political Activities
• Faith Based Organizations (unless supporting an accredited K-12 educational institution)

The final determination of grant recipient awards is at the sole discretion of the ITEF Board of Directors.

2008 Grant Timeline:

Online Letter of Inquiry Due:       August 22, 2008 (Closed)
Online Full Application Due:       October 31, 2008 (If invited to submit)
Grant Awards Announced:         December 5, 2008           

How to Apply:

The Innovative Technology Education Fund (ITEF) uses a online, application process.   When the grant application process is open you can:
Click Here to Take our Eligibility Quiz and begin the online grant application

Please feel free to give us a call if you have questions regarding your project or the grant application process (314) 317-2257.