Foundation for Excellence in Teaching and Learning

Grants support educational excellence

Since its inception, the Foundation has funded 868 projects and awarded more than $2.4 million in grants. For more information, contact Pat Reisenger, director, 651-227-9541 or 800-652-9073.

Program Details

2009 grant recipients

2009 classroom, ESP and Affinity grants (PDF, 6 pages)

Overview of grant programs

Classroom Grants

For our members who are licensed and work with students.

Professional Development Grants

For our members in educational support professional unions.

Affinity Grants

Grants for external organizations.

Other Grant Programs

AFT Innovation Fund

Apply by May 25 for this unique, union-led reform effort to boost student achievement.

NEA Foundation

United Educators Financial Literacy Grant

Apply by July 31 for a $250 grant to teach financial literacy.

Minnesota Office of Grants Management

School Grants