Broward Education Foundation Innovative Teacher Grants
Eligibility
K-12 teachers in Broward County public schools may apply. Projects must demonstrate innovation in instruction that increases student engagement and learning outcomes. All subject areas are eligible.
Program Goals
The Broward Education Foundation Innovative Teacher Grants support teachers in Broward County public schools who are developing creative, student-centered classroom programs. The foundation invests in teacher creativity to improve student outcomes across the country's sixth-largest school district. Grants fund materials, tools, curriculum, and resources for approved innovative teaching projects.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Applications are submitted online through the Broward Education Foundation website. The current cycle deadline is November 30, 2026. Submit a project description, innovation rationale, student learning goals, and budget. Teachers must be employed in Broward County public schools.
Cycle Notes
BEF Innovative Teacher Grants run on an annual cycle with a fall deadline. The 2026 deadline is November 30. Visit browardeducationfoundation.org for the current application and guidelines.
Grant Award Amount
Grants award up to $2,000 per classroom project for materials, curriculum, equipment, and supplies tied to the approved innovative instruction 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 BEF innovative classroom projects in South Florida
- MicroChat AI Literacy Kit — AI literacy for creative teaching programs in Broward County
- Coding for Good Kit — project-based CS curriculum for innovative teacher grants
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for BEF Innovative Teacher Grants in Florida?
K-12 teachers in Broward County public schools may apply. All subject areas are eligible for innovative classroom projects.
How much funding is available through BEF Innovative Teacher Grants?
Awards are up to $2,000 per classroom project.
Can BEF Innovative Teacher Grant funds be used for STEM and coding tools?
Yes. BEF 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 Florida schools apply for BEF Innovative Teacher Grants?
Apply online at browardeducationfoundation.org by November 30, 2026. Submit a project description, innovation rationale, student goals, and budget.
How can Forward Education help with BEF Grant funding?
Forward Education provides curriculum alignment documents, official pricing letters for grant budgets, and letters of support for Florida schools. Our STEM kits are purpose-built to meet the learning outcomes BEF 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 — Florida 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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