Illinois · National Grant

Glenn W. Bailey Foundation

Funding

Varies

Grade Focus

K–12

Application Due

By invitation/LOI; no fixed deadline — submit Letter of Inquiry via gwbaileyfoundation.org

Level of Gov't

Private – Corporate (National)

Eligibility

Illinois K-12 schools and educators. Funds STEM programs with proven, measurable outcomes that are sustainable and scalable.

Program Goals

Funds STEM programs with proven, measurable outcomes that are sustainable and scalable.

Read the Grant

Application and Distribution

Visit the program website for current application guidelines and deadlines. By invitation/LOI; no fixed deadline — submit Letter of Inquiry via gwbaileyfoundation.org.

Cycle Notes

Recurring. Check the program website for current cycle information.

Grant Award Amount

Varies. Check the program website for current award amounts and eligibility details.

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
CHARGE Battery Pack for micro:bit — a compact rechargeable power solution that makes micro:bit projects fully portable
Forward Education Learning Platform — curriculum-aligned STEM lessons, coding tutorials, career profiles, and PD courses

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Illinois schools apply for Glenn W. Bailey Foundation?

Yes. Illinois schools are eligible. Funds STEM programs with proven, measurable outcomes that are sustainable and scalable.

How much does Glenn W. Bailey Foundation provide?

Varies. Check the program website for current amounts.

How do Illinois schools apply?

Visit the program website for current application guidelines. Deadline: By invitation/LOI; no fixed deadline — submit Letter of Inquiry via gwbaileyfoundation.org.

What can the funds purchase?

Programs aligned to STEM, Coding, Physical Computing. STEM kits, coding tools, and curriculum are typically eligible.

How can Forward Education help?

We provide curriculum alignment to Illinois CS and STEM standards, pricing letters, and letters of support for grant applications.

Grant Support

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 — Illinois 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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