NCTM Grants is a suite of grants from the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics through its Mathematics Education Trust that supports math educators in improving the teaching and learning of mathematics across PK-12 grade levels. The program funds diverse initiatives including classroom research, innovative lesson design, interventions for learners with disabilities, equity in mathematics education, and support for multilingual learners. Grant amounts range from $1,500 to $24,000, with the flagship Designing Innovative Lessons and Activities grant offering $5,000 plus up to two additional awards of $5,000 each. Eligible applicants include teachers, coaches, teacher-leaders, and doctoral candidates in mathematics education. Most grants have a November 1 deadline, with some due September 15 or May 1.

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.

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…