Texas Instruments Foundation: STEM Education Grants
Eligibility
Nonprofits and educational organizations can apply, but TI Foundation is largely invitation-based. Most grants are initiated through TI employee recommendations or direct relationships with the Foundation team. Schools connected to TI employees or located in North Texas have the best opportunity.
- Eligible: Nonprofits and educational organizations
- North Texas (Dallas area) schools have strongest access
- TI employee connections open most doors
- Priority: Girls, students of color, and students from low-income families in STEM
Program Goals
The Texas Instruments Foundation, based in Dallas, is one of the most active corporate education funders in the state. TI Foundation focuses on K-12 math and science education with a particular emphasis on programs that serve underrepresented students. STEM programs with strong track records and clear learning outcomes are the best fit.
The Foundation also supports teacher development and curriculum innovation in addition to equipment grants. Programs that help girls and students of color enter STEM careers receive strong consideration.
How to Apply
Most TI Foundation grants are initiated through TI employee recommendations. The best path is to find TI employees connected to your school or community and invite them to visit your program. Employee champions can advocate internally for a grant relationship. Review ti.com/foundation for any open grant cycles.
Grant Award Amount
Grants typically range from $25,000 to $500,000. Multi-year commitments are common for programs with strong results. Teacher development and curriculum innovation receive consistent support alongside equipment grants.
Allowable Purchases
TI Foundation grants can support equipment, curriculum, teacher development, and program operations. Tools that align with math, science, and computing education are strong eligible purchases.
Forward Education Tools That Qualify
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micro:bit Classroom Kits
Physical computing tools with direct connections to electronics and engineering - areas where TI has deep expertise and passion. Ideal for programs serving underrepresented students in STEM. -
MicroChat AI Literacy Kit
AI literacy curriculum that prepares students, especially girls and students of color, for careers in the technology sector that TI helps power. -
Forward Education Teacher Training
Professional development for math and science teachers on physical computing and AI literacy. Aligns with TI Foundation's emphasis on teacher effectiveness.
Keep in Mind
The Foundation prioritizes organizations where TI employees are personally engaged. Find TI employees through LinkedIn, local STEM networks, or community groups and invite them to see your program firsthand.
TI Foundation explicitly prioritizes programs serving girls, students of color, and low-income students in STEM. If your program serves these populations, lead with that data in your application.
The Foundation is headquartered in Dallas and most active in North Texas. If you are in the DFW area, your geographic proximity to TI increases your chances significantly.
Like most corporate foundations, TI wants to see documented results before making a significant investment. Track student data, collect teacher feedback, and build a portfolio of program evidence.
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 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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