Louisiana · Private Foundation Grant

AEP Foundation Grants (formerly SWEPCO Teacher Vision)

Funding

Varies

Grade Focus

K-12

Application Due

Annual — check aepfoundation.org

Level of Gov't

Private Foundation

Eligibility

K-12 teachers and schools in AEP/SWEPCO service areas in northwest Louisiana. The AEP Foundation replaced the former SWEPCO Teacher Vision grant program.

Program Goals

Support classroom innovation and STEM education in AEP service communities. The AEP Foundation funds teacher-led projects in science, technology, engineering, and math that would not be possible without external support.

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Application and Distribution

Applications are submitted through aepfoundation.org. The program replaced the old SWEPCO Teacher Vision grant. Check the AEP Foundation website for current Louisiana eligibility and program cycles.

Cycle Notes

Annual cycle. Dates and program structure updated from the SWEPCO era. Monitor aepfoundation.org for current application windows.

Grant Award Amount

Award amounts vary by cycle and project scope. The former SWEPCO Teacher Vision program awarded classroom-level grants. Check aepfoundation.org for current award ranges under the AEP Foundation umbrella.

Allowable Purchases

Forward Education Products for This Grant

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is SWEPCO Teacher Vision still available?

The SWEPCO Teacher Vision brand has been replaced by the AEP Foundation grant program. Check aepfoundation.org for current programs.

Which parts of Louisiana does AEP/SWEPCO serve?

SWEPCO (now AEP) serves northwest Louisiana including Shreveport and Bossier City areas.

Can science and technology projects qualify?

Yes. STEM classroom projects are a strong fit for AEP Foundation grants.

Grant Support

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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

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