PLTW Grants (various programs)

PLTW Grants (various programs) is sponsored by Project Lead The Way and partners (e.g., Burns & McDonnell, Lam Research). Project Lead The Way (PLTW) partners with foundations and companies to provide STEM grant opportunities for implementing or expanding PLTW programs in PreK-12 schools. These grants help fund curriculum implementation and professional development for teachers.

Secure STEM Education Grants | Empower Classrooms with PLTW STEM and CTE Grants for Your School PLTW provides STEM and CTE-aligned curriculum grants for elementary schools, middle schools, and high schools to implement or expand PLTW Launch, PLTW Gateway, PLTW Computer Science, PLTW Engineering, and PLTW Biomedical Science STEM programs. We work with companies and foundations across the U.S. to make these grants possible.

Explore PLTW Grant Opportunities Eligible Groups: Who Can Apply Ineligible Groups: Who Cannot Apply PLTW & Partner Grant FAQs How to Apply for PLTW Grants? Our grant cycle runs from July 1 through June 30 each year. Schools may submit one application per PLTW program during a cycle.

Grants are awarded throughout the year, with the largest number typically distributed at the end of the fall semester and early spring semester. Others are awarded on a rolling basis. To maximize consideration, we recommend submitting in the fall semester , when the greatest number of opportunities are available.

All applications remain on file until June 30 , allowing schools to be considered for multiple grant opportunities within the same cycle. View the PLTW Grants Application Guide for additional guidance. Eligible Groups: Who Can Apply Who Can Apply for PLTW Grants?

Project Lead The Way (PLTW) provides grant funding to support the implementation and expansion of PLTW programs in schools across the United States. Our grantmaking is aligned with our mission to "Empower students to thrive in an evolving world." While each PLTW grant opportunity has its own unique criteria, all applicants must first meet our basic eligibility requirements.

All eligible schools must be located within the U.S. or its territories. Traditional public schools Private nonprofit schools Meeting the basic eligibility criteria does not guarantee that a school will qualify for every grant opportunity. We encourage applicants to carefully review the specific requirements outlined in each grant’s application materials.

View the PLTW Grants Application Guide for more information. Ineligible Groups: Who Cannot Apply Who is Not Eligible for PLTW Grants? At PLTW, our commitment is to maximizing the impact of funding.

To ensure grants drive meaningful and sustainable results for our partner schools, eligibility is limited to well-established educational institutions and qualifying organizations with clear alignment to PLTW’s mission and operational guidelines. While we recognize the valuable role of diverse groups within the broader education community, certain entities fall outside our funding scope.

PLTW does not make grants to the following groups: For-profit entities or companies After-school clubs or extracurricular-only programs Schools or organizations located outside the United States and its territories. Our current operational and compliance infrastructure is designed to support domestic grantmaking activities. As such, we are unable to consider international applications at this time.

PLTW & Partner Grant FAQs Below, you'll find answers to common questions about the grantmaking and application process. View the PLTW Grants Application Guide for more info and a pre-application checklist. Why does each grant have its own criteria?

PLTW grants are funded by corporate, foundation, and government partners. Each partner may focus on specific programs, grade bands, or geographic regions that align with their workforce and community priorities. That’s why eligibility can vary by grant.

Do I need to apply separately for each opportunity? No. You only need to submit one application per PLTW program . We’ll match you automatically to all the grants your school qualifies for.

Can I save my application and return later? Yes. Use Save and Return Later .

Your application will not be considered until you click Save & Submit . Can I edit my application after submitting? No. Applications cannot be edited once submitted.

Can I preview the application? Yes. Once you begin an application in myPLTW, you can download a full PDF preview.

What kinds of questions will I be asked? The application helps you articulate your plans for PLTW, including: Which courses, units, or modules you want to offer and when Student and school demographics Financial plan for sustaining the program beyond the grant period What is PLTW looking for in a strong application?

Readiness: Feasible, well-thought-out plan Support: Leadership committed to long-term success Access: Broad student reach Impact: Clear, measurable outcomes Sustainability: Financial/organizational stability after the grant period Additional Grant-Specific Requirements Each grant opportunity may include additional eligibility criteria or priority considerations based on: PLTW program to be offered PLTW program implementation stage Search for PLTW STEM and CTE Grant Opportunities No items currently match your filtering criteria.

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