DonorsChoose: Classroom Technology & STEM Projects | California

Overview

DonorsChoose is the leading platform where California teachers post classroom project requests and receive direct funding from individual donors and corporate partners. STEM, robotics, coding, and physical computing projects are among the most-funded categories.

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Grant Award Amount

Project-based; typically $200–$2,000 per project (no ceiling with matching)

Eligibility

K–12 public and private schools
Classroom teachers applying directly
Nonprofit organizations supporting K–12 education

Application Due Date

Rolling; teachers may post projects anytime at donorschoose.org

How Forward Education Products Fit

Products aligned with this grant

micro:bit Starter Kit
Coding for Good kit
CHARGE climate sensor
MicroChat

Keep in Mind

Apply any time, but don't wait

This grant accepts rolling applications, but funds are limited. Submit as soon as your project is ready rather than waiting for a deadline.

Lead with learning outcomes, not equipment

Funders in this category care about measurable environmental literacy gains. Frame your request around what students will understand and do differently, with Forward Education tools as the vehicle to get there.

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