DonorsChoose
Eligibility
US public school teachers in all states including South Carolina.
Program Goals
DonorsChoose connects public school teachers with donors who fund classroom projects. Teachers post a description and budget; donors contribute. When fully funded, materials are shipped.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Register and post at donorschoose.org. No deadline — post any time.
Cycle Notes
Rolling.
Grant Award Amount
Fully funded by donors. Amounts depend on project size.
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
- Climate Action Kit — a beginner-friendly STEM kit combining micro:bit sensors to code solutions for climate change and sustainability
- CodeCTRL controller with display for micro:bit — a handheld game-style controller for interactive games and physical computing
Frequently Asked Questions
Can SC teachers use DonorsChoose?
Yes. Any SC public school teacher can post projects.
How much can SC teachers raise?
Depends on project size and donor interest.
What projects succeed on DonorsChoose?
Hands-on STEM and coding projects with clear student impact.
How do SC teachers get started?
Register at donorschoose.org and post a project.
Can I request Forward Education kits on DonorsChoose?
Yes. Include specific kits in your project budget.
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 — South Carolina 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.
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