NEA Professional Excellence Innovation Grants
Grants for NEA local and state affiliates to build professional learning for their members.
Key facts
- Funder
- National Education Association
- Status
- Open
- Next deadline
- November 9, 2026
- All deadlines
- Amount
- Typically $5,000–$30,000
- Who can apply
- professional-associations, Education organizations
- Where
- United States (national)
- Topics
- Professional development
- Official page
- https://www.nea.org/resource-library/nea-professional-excellence-innovation-grants
- Apply
- https://www.nea.org/resource-library/nea-professional-excellence-innovation-grants
- Last verified
- October 13, 2026
Deadline note: Cycle 1: November 9, 2026. Cycle 2: April 5, 2027. Contingent on available funding.
About this funding
Supports NEA affiliates implementing or developing resources and practices that meet member-identified professional learning needs. Typical awards $5,000-$30,000, contingent on available funding.
How to apply
Apply on the funder's official website. K-12 Funding does not accept applications.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for NEA Professional Excellence Innovation Grants?
professional-associations, Education organizations
How much funding does NEA Professional Excellence Innovation Grants offer?
Typically $5,000–$30,000
When is the NEA Professional Excellence Innovation Grants deadline?
November 9, 2026. Cycle 1: November 9, 2026. Cycle 2: April 5, 2027. Contingent on available funding.
How do I apply for NEA Professional Excellence Innovation Grants?
Apply on the funder's official website. K-12 Funding does not accept applications.