Eligibility

Title I middle schools in the United States. Louisiana Title I middle schools serving underrepresented students in STEM are eligible.

Program Goals

Provide devices, connectivity, and STEM curriculum to Title I middle schools to close the digital divide. Verizon Innovative Learning schools receive technology and free curriculum resources.

Application and Distribution

Application through Verizon's Innovative Learning portal. Check verizon.com for current application windows. Title I status required.

Cycle Notes

Annual application cycle. Check verizon.com for exact dates. Program has been running for several years with periodic cohort expansions.

Grant Award Amount

Participating schools receive devices, free wireless data, and access to the Verizon Innovative Learning curriculum. Cash grant equivalents vary by cohort.

Allowable Purchases

Frequently Asked Questions

Does my school need to be Title I?

Yes. Verizon Innovative Learning targets Title I middle schools. Check your school's Title I status with your district.

Is curriculum included?

Yes. Participating schools get access to Verizon's STEM curriculum in addition to devices and connectivity.

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 — Louisiana 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

Download the Forward Education Grant Guide

Our grant guide helps educators find the right funding sources and build strong applications for STEM and coding programs.