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Supporting Effective Educator Development (SEED) Program is sponsored by U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED). The SEED program provides funding to increase the number of highly effective educators by supporting the implementation of evidence-based practices that prepare, develop, or enhance the skills of educators to improve student outcomes.
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Opportunity Listing - Supporting Effective Educator Development 84. 423A Supporting Effective Educator Development 84. 423A Agency: Office of Elementary and Secondary Education Assistance Listings: 84.
423 -- Supporting Effective Educator Development Program Last Updated: May 13, 2026 View version history on Grants. gov The Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is soliciting applications in support of the administration of the Supporting Effective Educator Development (SEED) program on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
The SEED program provides funding to increase the number of highly effective educators by supporting the implementation of evidence-based practices that prepare, develop, or enhance the skills of educators to improve student outcomes. These grants will allow eligible entities to develop, expand, and evaluate practices that can serve as models... to be sustained and disseminated.
Applicants can receive competitive preference points to projects or proposals endorsed by a Governor or chief State education official for purposes of implementing the project or proposal. Applicants can also receive competitive preference points for projects or proposals that are designed to responsibly advance artificial intelligence and/or prioritize and expand Registered Apprenticeships.
Public and state institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education For-profit organizations other than small businesses Other Native American tribal organizations Nonprofits non-higher education with 501(c)(3) Nonprofits non-higher education without 501(c)(3) Federally recognized Native American tribal governments To receive funds under this program, an applicant must be:An institution of higher education (IHE) that provides course materials or resources that are evidence-based in increasing academic achievement, graduation rates, or rates of postsecondary education matriculation;A national nonprofit entity with a demonstrated record of raising student academic achievement, graduation rates, and rates of higher education attendance, matriculation, or completion, or of effectiveness in providing preparation and professional development activities and programs for teachers, principals, or other school leaders;The Bureau of Indian Education; orA partnership consisting of--One or more entities described in paragraph (a) or (b); andA for-profit entity.
Note: If you are a nonprofit organization, under 34 CFR 75.
51, you may demonstrate your nonprofit status by any of the following means: (1) proof that the Internal Revenue Service currently recognizes the applicant as an organization to which contributions are tax deductible under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code; (2) a statement from a State taxing body or the State attorney general certifying that the organization is a nonprofit organization operating within the State and that no part of its net earnings may lawfully benefit any private shareholder or individual; (3) a certified copy of the applicant"s certificate of incorporation or similar document if it clearly establishes the nonprofit status of the applicant; or (4) any item described above if that item applies to a State or national parent organization, together with a statement by the State or parent organization that the applicant is a local nonprofit affiliate.
Grantor contact information File name Description Last updated SEED_FY_2026_Application_Notice_and_Instructions__4_30_2026. pdf SEED FY 2026 Application Notice and Instructions _4 30 2026. pdf Apr 30, 2026 06:09 PM UTC Link to additional information https://www.
ed. gov/grants-and-programs/teacher-preparation-grants/supporting-effective-educator-development-grant-program Funding opportunity number : Cost sharing or matching requirement : Funding instrument type : Opportunity Category Explanation : Category of Funding Activity : Your account requires additional identity verification.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible entities as defined by the program, likely including educational institutions and organizations focused on educator development. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Supporting Effective Educator Development (SEED) Program is funded by U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Teacher and School Leader Incentive Fund 84.374A - DOL-OESE-33844 is sponsored by U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED). This program assists States, local educational agencies (LEAs), and nonprofit organizations in developing, implementing, improving, or expanding comprehensive performance-based compensation systems or human capital management systems for teachers, principals, or other school lea…
Charter School Program Grants to State Entities 84.282A is sponsored by U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED). Through CSP State Entity grants, the Department awards grants on a competitive basis to State entities that, in turn, award subgrants to eligible applicants for the purpose of opening new charter schools and replicating and expanding high-quality charter schools.
Training Program for Federal TRIO Programs - ED-GRANT-26-026 is sponsored by U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED). This program provides grants to train the staff and leadership personnel employed in, participating in, or preparing for employment in, projects funded under the Federal TRIO Programs, to improve project operation.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program (ED/IES) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Education, Institute of Education Sciences (IES). This program provides funding for small businesses to conduct research and development of innovative education technology products. It emphasizes rigorous research and the potential for commercialization to bring products to schools. Projects can leverage AI functionalities, interactive learning, and assistive technologies for students and educators. The program has an annual allocation of $10 million for new ed-tech products.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program (ED/IES SBIR) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Education, Institute of Education Sciences (IES). This program provides funding to small businesses for research and development of innovative education technology products for students and educators. It supports prototypes, product development, and evaluation, with a focus on emerging technologies like AI, VR, AR, and adaptive tutors. The program is administered by the Institute of Education Sciences, the research branch of the Department of Education.
Educational Technology, Media, and Materials for Individuals with Disabilities Program (Stepping-up Technology Implementation competition) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Education. This program aims to improve results for students with disabilities by promoting the development, demonstration, and use of technology; supporting educational activities of value in the classroom for students with disabilities; providing captioning and video description; and ens…
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