VEA Wants to Fund Your Classroom Project!
Got an innovative idea you’ve been itching to try with your students but just don’t have the money to make happen? Your Union is ready to help you turn your creativity loose!
Plan out your idea and then apply for a VEA Mini-Grant in any amount up to $500. If you’re selected, you’ll be set to launch your idea to improve student learning. Projects should be student-centered, developmentally appropriate, and aligned with the curriculum. The VEA is proud to support member projects each year through the Mini-Grant program.
The application for the 2023-24 VEA Mini-Grants:
Closes: Saturday, September 30th, 2023
Questions? Contact Isabel Sullivan in VEA Teaching & Learning at isullivan@veanea.org or 800-552-9554, ext. 332.
Meet our 2021-22 award winners
The NEA Foundation offers competitive Learning & Leadership and Student Achievement grants of up to $5,000 for a range of professional development and instructional improvement endeavors. Application deadlines vary by program.
Two $2000 scholarships will be awarded to two high school seniors intending to pursue a career in education. A letter of nomination from a current Virginia Education Association (VEA) member or VEA-Retired member is required.
The NEA Foundation and the NEA offer a range of awards, including the following:
The NEA Foundation Award for Teaching Excellence
Awarded to a distinguished Association member for “professional practice, advocacy for the profession, community engagement, leadership in professional development and attention to diversity.” Each affiliate of the NEA submits one candidate. Visit the NEA Foundation website for details.
NEA Human and Civil Rights Awards
The NEA’s division of Human and Civil Rights conducts an annual awards program honoring distinguished leaders in education and other settings. Descriptions of award categories are available here. For more, contact NEA Human and Civil Rights at 202-822-7700.
According to a poll conducted by Virginia Commonwealth University, 66% of Virginians say public schools do not have enough funding to meet their needs.
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