Alabama · State/Utility Grant

TVA STEM Classroom Grants

Funding

Up to $5,000

Grade Focus

K-12

Application Due

September 15, 2026

Level of Gov't

State/Utility — Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) + Buck Institute for Education

Eligibility

K-12 teachers in TVA service area schools in northern Alabama. Schools served by TVA in Madison, Morgan, Limestone, Lawrence, Colbert, Lauderdale, Franklin, and surrounding counties are eligible. Confirm your school's TVA service area at tva.com.

Program Goals

TVA STEM Classroom Grants fund hands-on STEM learning projects at K-12 schools in the Tennessee Valley region. Projects using project-based learning to address real-world science, technology, engineering, and math challenges are prioritized. Coding, robotics, and environmental science programs are strong fits.

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Application and Distribution

Applications submitted through the TVA education portal. The September 15, 2026 deadline is firm. Teachers apply individually and receive equipment or program support. Check tva.com/education for the current application form.

Cycle Notes

Annual competitive cycle. September 15, 2026 deadline. Awards announced in fall. Monitor tva.com/education for next cycle dates.

Grant Award Amount

Up to $5,000 per classroom grant. Funds can be used for STEM equipment, curriculum materials, and project-based learning tools. One of the highest-value classroom grants available to northern AL schools.

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
Climate Action Kit — a beginner-friendly STEM kit combining micro:bit sensors to code solutions for climate change and sustainability
CHARGE Battery Pack for micro:bit — a compact rechargeable power solution that makes micro:bit projects fully portable

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Alabama schools are in the TVA service area?

Northern Alabama counties including Madison, Morgan, Limestone, Lawrence, Colbert, Lauderdale, Franklin, and surrounding areas. Check tva.com to confirm your school's service area.

What types of projects does TVA fund?

Hands-on STEM and project-based learning projects — coding, robotics, environmental science, and engineering are strong fits.

What is the award amount?

Up to $5,000 per classroom grant.

When is the deadline?

September 15, 2026.

How can Forward Education help?

Our Coding for Good Kit and CodeCTRL controller are designed for the hands-on, project-based STEM learning TVA prioritizes. We can provide curriculum alignment and a project outline.

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