| Funding Agency: | The National Education Association (NEA) Foundation for the Improvement of Education (NFIE). |
| Purpose: | The NEA makes grants to underwrite professional development or the implementation of innovative ideas that result in improved student achievement especially for the underserved. Students will engage in critical thinking and problem solving activities that will deepen their knowledge of standards-based subject matter. |
| Eligibility: | U.S. public school teachers, grades K-12 and public school education support professionals are eligible for awards. Preference will be given to NEA members. |
| Grade Level: | K-12 |
| Subject Area: | Professional Development |
| Deadline: | NFIE will accept applications on an ongoing basis |
| Total Funds Available: | |
| Average Award: | Grants range from $1,000 to $3,000 |
| Number of Years: | One Year |
| Contact: | NFIE, Attn: Learning and Leadership Grants or Attn: Innovation Grants 1201 Sixteenth St. NW, Suite 416 Washington, DC 20036-3207 Tel: (202) 822-7840 fax: (202)822-7779. |
| E-Mail: | info@nfie.org |
| Website: | NEA Foundation for the Improvement of Education |