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IDEATION FUND

COMPLETE CLASSROOM MAKEOVER

Ideation Fund

Houston ISD Foundation’s Ideation Grant (previously known as the Innovation Fund) enables teachers and schools to implement innovative learning opportunities in the class room. In 2020-2021, the Foundation funded over $247,000 to 26 campuses ranging from robotics to literacy.

Money raised through Foundation events, such as the annual Golf Tournament and State of the Schools, allows the foundation to continue support and provide Innovation Grants to HISD campuses.

CATEGORIES

INDIVIDUAL TEACHER GRANT

TEACHER COLLABORATIVE GRANT

INDIVIDUAL SCHOOLS PK-12

MULTI-SCHOOL COLLABORATIVE GRANT

Overview & Timeline

Learn more about the Innovation Fund, eligibility and the timeline of events.

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Application

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Past Winners

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Complete Classroom Makeover

This grant aims to bridge the gap of classroom equity by providing new teachers with funding ranging from $1,000 – $2,500 to build out comfortable, exciting classrooms that are more conducive to student learning. New teachers (on average) spend $1,000 – $2,000 to design and stock their classroom. Things teachers are regularly asked to supply for their classrooms (or given a limited supply of) include basic school supplies, inclusive/adaptive materials, technology, books, furniture, mental health resources, and PPE, cleaning, or safety equipment.

Overview & Timeline

Learn more about the Complete Classroom Makeover, eligibility and the timeline of events.

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Application

Once you’ve read through the process and overview, fill out an application.

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Small Investments. Big Ideas.