What We Fund

WE GRANT

Up to $30,000 over 2 years

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TO WHOM

Teams of three to six teachers (TK-12)

see Eligibility Criteria

FOR WHAT

Professional learning, collaboration time, and project supplies

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RESULTING IN

Innovative projects that have meaningful positive impact—on teachers, schools, districts and/or beyond

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AWARDEE COHORTS ARE

Selected annually

A new selection process begins each Fall, awards are announced in the Spring, and awardees are invited to a Summer convening. Applications are reviewed by the Intrepid Philanthropy Foundation Board, our Advisory Board, and education experts. We value innovation, collaboration, and meaningful impact.

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PROJECTS MUST FULFILL THESE

Criteria

REJUVENATING

Renew educators’ passion for and commitment to teaching.

RELEVANT

Demonstrate relevance for teachers, schools and/or beyond.

IMPACTFUL

Have the potential to have school-wide, district-wide and/or system-wide impact.

ELEVATING

Enhance teacher leadership skills.

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Important Dates

Oct 5 – Nov 14, 2023 LOIs Accepted for 2024 Grant Cycle (rolling submissions)
By mid-Dec 2023 Invitations to Apply Extended to Selected LOI Submissions
Spring 2024 LIGHT Awards Grants Made

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