Herb Kohl Educational Foundation Teacher Fellowships
Eligibility
Wisconsin K-12 public school teachers nominated by their school. The Kohl Foundation awards fellowships based on teaching excellence, innovation, and student impact.
Program Goals
The Herb Kohl Educational Foundation recognizes Wisconsin's outstanding teachers with fellowships that provide $6,000 directly to the teacher plus a $6,000 matching grant to their school for classroom resources.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Apply through kohleducation.org by January 5, 2027. Teachers must be nominated.
Cycle Notes
Annual cycle. January 5, 2027 deadline. Monitor kohleducation.org for future cycles.
Grant Award Amount
$6,000 to the teacher fellow plus $6,000 matching grant to their school for classroom use.
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- Coding for Good Kit — an all-in-one coding, robotics, and AI literacy toolkit using micro:bit for real-world challenges
- CodeCTRL controller with display for micro:bit — a handheld game-style controller for interactive games and physical computing
- Forward Education Learning Platform — curriculum-aligned STEM lessons, coding tutorials, career profiles, and PD courses
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Kohl Fellowship?
Wisconsin K-12 public school teachers nominated for teaching excellence.
How much does the Kohl Fellowship provide?
$6,000 to the teacher plus $6,000 to their school.
What does the $6,000 school grant fund?
Classroom resources and materials chosen by the teacher.
How do Wisconsin teachers apply?
Apply at kohleducation.org by January 5, 2027.
Can Kohl school grant funds be used for STEM tools?
Yes. The school matching grant funds classroom resources including STEM materials.
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 — Wisconsin 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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