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Spark Grants are small, flexible grants designed to give classroom teachers with innovative ideas the resources they need to “spark” a love of learning. For projects that will enhance student learning. Funding may be requested for one-time expenses, such as field trip expenses, classroom materials, equipment, software licenses, and other resources that would not normally be available. 

To support the professional development of NEA members by providing grants to: Individuals to participate in high-quality professional development like summer institutes, conferences, seminars, travel abroad programs, or action research Groups to fund collegial study, including study groups, action research, lesson plan development, or mentoring experiences for faculty or staff.

To recognize their hard work and dedication to local youth. Funding is intended for professional development or classroom use. The Foundation seeks to honor innovative educators who go above and beyond to make a difference in their students' lives.

Tools for Schools Grant" to supplement our Cache County classrooms with an arsenal of much-needed books, equipment and supplies.

For local community needs throughout the 64 towns served by the Foundation.  Requests are in the areas of education, human services, and arts and culture.  

For arts education programs in PreK-12 public schools in Saratoga, Mongtomery, and Fulton Counties.

A program or initiative designed to benefit the environment Examples of Eligible Programs Trail building or restoration projects Park beautification events Litter prevention initiatives Earth study missions Sustainable land management activities Community environmental educational projects Youth educational engagement events

Professional Development grants are to help finance professional development opportunities for North Carolina public school educators.

Student Learning grants are for projects that enhance or increase student learning. 

The North Carolina Foundation for Public School Children awards annually a limited number of Parent Involvement Grants, up to $1,000, to low-wealth schools or school districts to increase, improve and enhance parent involvement in their children’s education. Priority is given to districts in Tier 1 counties.