Funding Opportunities
Perkins V Career and Technical Education | Illinois | Forward Education
Federal formula funds for Illinois CTE programs. Equipment, curriculum, and teacher development for technology pathways.
IDEA - Individuals with Disabilities Education Act | Illinois | Forward Education
Federal formula funds for special education in Illinois. STEM tools supporting inclusive learning are allowable when documented in IEPs.
Title IV-A Student Support and Academic Enrichment | Illinois | Forward Education
Federal formula funds for technology, CS education, and digital literacy. At least 15% must fund technology including coding tools.
Title II Part A - Supporting Effective Instruction | Illinois | Forward Education
Federal formula funds for Illinois teacher professional development including CS and STEM training.
Title I Part A - Improving Basic Programs | Illinois | Forward Education
Federal formula funding for Illinois schools serving high concentrations of students from low-income families. Supports STEM and technology programs.
NOAA B-WET: Bay Watershed Education and Training | Illinois | Forward Education
Funds experiential watershed and coastal/ocean science education. Multiple US regions. Climate education and coastal STEM are strong fits.
Glenn W. Bailey Foundation | Illinois | Forward Education
Funds STEM programs with proven, measurable outcomes that are sustainable and scalable.
Best Buy Foundation: Teen Tech Centers & STEM Grants | Illinois | Forward Education
Supports Teen Tech Centers and STEM enrichment grants for underserved teens. Provides access to technology, coding, and digital skills.























