GAR Foundation Educator Initiative Grant
Up to $5,000 (one classroom) or $10,000 (multiple classrooms) for Summit County, Ohio K-12 educators. Exact 2027 dates to be confirmed.
Key facts
- Funder
- GAR Foundation
- Status
- Expected to reopen
- Next deadline
- Not announced
- Amount
- Up to $5,000 or $10,000
- Who can apply
- Teachers, Schools
- Where
- OH
- Topics
- Innovation, Professional development
- Official page
- https://www.garfoundation.org/eig
- Apply
- https://www.garfoundation.org/eig
- Last verified
- October 13, 2026
Deadline note: Opens early December 2026, closes mid-February 2027; exact dates not yet confirmed.
About this funding
LOCAL ONLY: teams of K-12 educators in public, private, parochial or charter schools in Summit County, Ohio. Grants up to $5,000 to improve achievement in one classroom, or up to $10,000 for two or more classrooms, grade levels or departments. Not funded: teacher stipends, capital improvements, student incentives, clothing or standard school supplies.
How to apply
The 2027–2028 cycle opens in early December 2026 and closes mid-February 2027 (exact dates not yet published). Download the Applicant's Guide from the GAR Foundation website.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for GAR Foundation Educator Initiative Grant?
Teachers, Schools
How much funding does GAR Foundation Educator Initiative Grant offer?
Up to $5,000 or $10,000
When is the GAR Foundation Educator Initiative Grant deadline?
Not announced. Opens early December 2026, closes mid-February 2027; exact dates not yet confirmed.
How do I apply for GAR Foundation Educator Initiative Grant?
The 2027–2028 cycle opens in early December 2026 and closes mid-February 2027 (exact dates not yet published). Download the Applicant's Guide from the GAR Foundation website.