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Great Public Schools Fund (GPS Fund) is sponsored by National Education Association (NEA). These grants advance the goal of great public schools for every student, helping NEA State and Local Affiliates enhance the quality of public education by developing, implementing, and leading an agenda that engages members with an emphasis on student-centered success and well-b…
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You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience. The NEA’s Great Public Schools Fund Grants (GPS Fund Grants) advance the goal of great public schools for every student.
GPS Fund Grants are intended to help NEA State and Local Affiliates enhance the quality of public education by developing, implementing and leading an agenda that engages members with an emphasis on student-centered success and well-being through union-led efforts.
NEA State and Local Affiliates, either individually or as partnerships between multiple Affiliates, may apply for GPS Fund Grants to advance the goal of great public schools for every student. Grants will be awarded to Affiliates who demonstrate capacity and competency through initiatives and partnerships to generate and advance student-centered policies and professional practice programs.
The goals of the Great Public School (GPS) Grant Fund are to: Generate and develop innovative ideas designed to promote sound practice. Capture key learnings that promote student success. Develop and deliver supports - by members for members - that promote professional excellence.
Establish new organizational partnerships toward improving professional practice and aligning it with organizational priorities; and Cultivate sustainable programs to be reproduced and amplified by other Affiliates to make meaningful change in public education for educators and students.
2026-27 Application Deadlines The application process for the GPS Fund grant program is currently being revised to comply with new Grant Guidelines recently approved by the NEA Board of Directors. Updated application information will be available in Fall 2026. Learn more about other grants available to NEA affiliates.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: NEA State and Local Affiliates. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Applications for Great Public Schools Fund (GPS Fund) are due February 1, 2027. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Great Public Schools Fund (GPS Fund) is funded by National Education Association (NEA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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