Texas · State Competitive Grant

DonorsChoose: Classroom Technology and STEM Projects

Funding

Varies - crowdfunded project by project

Grade Focus

K-12

Application Due

Rolling - no deadline

Level of Gov't

Crowdfunding Platform

Eligibility

Eligible: Any U.S. public school teacher (verified account required)
No application deadline or competitive review
Projects go live immediately after posting and teacher verification
Texas teachers benefit from active corporate matching campaigns throughout the year

Application and Distribution

DonorsChoose has no deadline. Create an account at donorschoose.org, verify your teaching position, and post your project anytime. Projects can be live for up to 4 months. Corporate matching windows open and close throughout the year - check the DonorsChoose promotions page to time your posting for maximum impact.

Grant Award Amount

Projects can request any amount from a few hundred dollars to several thousand. Most technology projects funded through DonorsChoose range from $500 to $3,000. Corporate matching programs can fully fund projects that meet specific criteria (school type, subject area, location). Most well-written projects with good photos are fully funded within a few weeks.

Allowable Purchases

Forward Education Products for This Grant

These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.

micro:bit Starter Kit — Programmable microcontroller kits that introduce hands-on coding and electronics projects. Qualifies as CS/coding hardware for K-12 classrooms and supports physical computing education goals.
MicroChat — AI-powered classroom learning tool that introduces students to artificial intelligence and machine learning concepts. Qualifies for AI literacy, educational technology, and computer science grant programs.
Coding for Climate Kit — Hands-on curriculum kit teaching climate science, environmental data collection, and coding-based problem-solving. Aligns with STEM and environmental literacy grants; cross-curricular science and CS integration.

Keep in Mind

Photos make a huge difference

Projects with photos of your classroom and students get funded faster. Upload a real photo of your teaching space and, if possible, a photo of students doing related work.

Tell a specific student story

The most-funded projects tell the story of one or two specific students who will benefit. Name them (with permission), describe their situation, and explain what this project will change for them.

Promote your project

DonorsChoose does not guarantee funding - you need to share your project link. Post it on social media, email it to family, and ask your school community to share it. Your personal network is your fastest path to full funding.

Check for active matching campaigns

Corporate matching periods can double your donations or fully fund your project. Visit donorschoose.org/promotions before posting to see what matching opportunities are currently active.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for DonorsChoose: Classroom Technology and STEM Projects in Texas?

Any U.S. public school teacher can create a free account and post a project on DonorsChoose. No district approval is required to post a project. Teachers at Title I schools often see faster funding and additional matching from corporate partners. Eligible: Any U.S. public school teacher (verified account required) No application deadline or competitive review Projects go live immediately after posting and teacher verification Texas teachers benefit from active corporate matching campaigns throug

How much funding is available through DonorsChoose: Classroom Technology and STEM Projects?

Funding varies by cycle and applicant. Check the current program guidelines for up-to-date award amounts.

Can DonorsChoose: Classroom Technology and STEM Projects funds be used for STEM and coding tools?

Yes. DonorsChoose: Classroom Technology and STEM Projects 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 schools apply for DonorsChoose: Classroom Technology and STEM Projects?

How can Forward Education help with DonorsChoose: Classroom Technology and STEM Projects funding?

Forward Education provides curriculum alignment documents, official pricing letters for grant budgets, and letters of support for Texas schools. Our STEM kits are purpose-built to meet the learning outcomes DonorsChoose: Classroom Technology and STEM Projects funds. Contact us before submitting your application.

Grant Support

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 — TEKS, Common Core, and state 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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