Your Champion Impact
One Champion. One workshop. A ripple that reaches far beyond the room.
How It Works
The application process is simple. Submit your details, our team reviews within a week, and you receive free MicroChat licensing and resources to run AI literacy workshops with your community.
What Champions Receive
Each grant award is valued at $500+ and includes everything you need to run a successful AI literacy workshop for teachers or students.
1-Year MicroChat License
A free one-year classroom license valued at $200 USD — yours to use with any class or workshop.
Virtual Training Session
Live virtual professional development alongside other Champions from around the world.
Workshop Slides and Lessons
Ready-to-use slide decks and lesson materials for both teacher PD and student workshops.
Community Promotion
Opportunity for paid PD facilitation and promotion of your bio to 10,000+ educators in our network.
Who Can Apply?
This grant is exclusively for current and past micro:bit Champions — educators, trainers, and community leaders recognized by the Micro:bit Educational Foundation for their work advancing physical computing. If you hold or have held the Champion designation and want to bring AI literacy to your network, we'd love to hear from you.
micro:bit Champions are a global community — this grant is open to Champions worldwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have more questions? Reach us at training@forwardedu.com.
What is MicroChat?
MicroChat is Forward Education's micro:bit-native AI literacy software that lets students interact with a large language model directly through the micro:bit. It's designed to make AI concepts tangible and accessible for K-12 learners without requiring expensive hardware or complex setup.
Do I need to be a verified micro:bit Champion?
Yes. This grant is exclusively for educators who hold the official micro:bit Champion designation from the Micro:bit Educational Foundation. If you're interested in becoming a Champion, visit microbit.org/champions to learn more about the program.
How much is the MicroChat license worth?
Each MicroChat site license is valued at $200 USD. The number of licenses granted depends on the scope of your workshop and the number of educators you plan to reach. Our team will work with you during the review process to determine the right allocation.
I'm outside the United States — can I still apply?
Absolutely. micro:bit Champions are a global community and this grant is open to Champions worldwide. Just select your country in the application form and we'll work with you regardless of location.
How long does the review process take?
Our team reviews submissions within 3–5 business days. Once approved, grants are awarded within 1 week. We'll communicate with you via the contact email you provide throughout the process.
Ready to Claim Your Grant?
Fill out the form below to apply. Our team will review your submission and follow up within 3–5 business days.
