Martha Holden Jennings Foundation Grants-to-Educators
Eligibility
Ohio K-12 public school teachers may apply individually or in teams. Projects must be innovative classroom programs that improve student learning. There is no subject restriction. Priority is given to teachers who have not previously received a Jennings grant, though previous recipients may reapply.
Program Goals
The Martha Holden Jennings Foundation has been investing in Ohio public education since 1959. The Grants-to-Educators program provides individual classroom grants to Ohio K-12 teachers for creative, innovative instructional projects. With rolling monthly deadlines, the program is accessible throughout the year, allowing teachers to apply when their project is ready. The foundation prioritizes projects that demonstrate student impact and instructional creativity.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Applications are submitted online through the MHJF website. Deadlines fall on the 15th of each month throughout the year (10 months per year — check the website for any blackout months). Applications require a project description, learning objectives, and budget. Awards are typically announced within 4-6 weeks of the deadline.
Cycle Notes
Grants-to-Educators have rolling monthly deadlines on the 15th of each month. Apply whenever your project is ready. Visit mhjf.org for the current application portal and to confirm the application calendar.
Grant Award Amount
Grants-to-Educators awards range up to $5,000 per project for classroom materials, curriculum, equipment, and supplies tied to the approved innovation project.
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- micro:bit Starter Kit — physical computing for Jennings Foundation classroom innovation projects
- MicroChat AI Literacy Kit — AI and technology tools for Ohio teacher innovation grants
- Coding for Good Kit — project-based CS curriculum for Jennings monthly grant applications
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Martha Holden Jennings Grants-to-Educators in Ohio?
Ohio K-12 public school teachers may apply individually or in teams. All subject areas are eligible. Priority goes to first-time applicants.
How much funding is available through Jennings Grants-to-Educators?
Awards are up to $5,000 per project.
Can Jennings Grants-to-Educators funds be used for STEM and coding tools?
Yes. Jennings funds can support hands-on STEM materials, physical computing kits, and coding curriculum when they align to the program's stated goals. Document alignment to program objectives before purchasing.
How do Ohio teachers apply for Jennings Grants-to-Educators?
Apply online at mhjf.org by the 15th of any month. Submit a project description, learning objectives, and budget. Awards are announced within 4-6 weeks.
How can Forward Education help with Jennings Foundation funding?
Forward Education provides curriculum alignment documents, official pricing letters for grant budgets, and letters of support for Ohio schools. Our STEM kits are purpose-built to meet the learning outcomes Jennings funds. Contact us before submitting your application.
Need Help Writing Your Grant Application?
Forward Education works with schools and districts to build strong funding proposals. We can help you connect our tools to your grant requirements.
- Curriculum alignment documents — Ohio standards mapped to our kits
- Program quotes and pricing — classroom sets, bundles, and multi-site pricing
- Letters of support — documentation for grant applications
- Project ideas and scope-and-sequence — ready-to-use program outlines
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