What we go after
The things schools rarely have budget for.
Real requests we hear, and the kind that turn into funded applications.
What’s the catch?
There isn’t one. This should have existed a long time ago.
Professional development
Training, coaching, institutes, coursework.
- “Summer institute registration and travel for a team of four”
- “Year-long instructional coaching”
Conference costs
Registration, travel, lodging, and sub coverage.
- “A national conference for three teachers, plus subs”
- “State association registration and a hotel”
Paraprofessional support
Training and credentials for aides and assistants.
- “Crisis intervention certification for classroom aides”
- “Training for one-on-one student support”
New-teacher support
Mentoring, induction, and first-year costs.
- “Mentor stipends for a three-year induction program”
- “Classroom setup for first-year hires”
Certification and endorsements
Exam fees, coursework, and add-on credentials.
- “ESL endorsement coursework for three teachers”
- “National Board Certification fees”
Projects and materials
What teachers would otherwise pay for themselves.
- “STEM lab equipment for a new elective”
- “Art supplies for a community mural”
We fund needs, not products.
Your school picks its own providers. We never recommend vendors or take a cut.
GuideWhy these needs go unfunded:Follow the School Dollar