Discounts & Deals for Teachers: Where To Find Free Money For Teachers, Tips and Tricks - post

As #educators strive to create engaging and effective #classrooms, ChildCareEd is sharing awesome deals, discounts, and grants currently available for #teachers. Be sure to take advantage of them.

Discounts for Teachers

• Adidas - The brand offers a 30% discount online and in store. A 15% discount is also offered at outlets.
• Asics - Teachers get a 15% discount on qualifying full-priced footwear and 30% discount on qualifying full-priced clothing and accessories both in store and online.
• Crocs - An education discount of 15% off is offered on all full-priced styles.
• Dockers - Teachers get a 25% discount on all Dockers apparel.
• Fruit of the Loom - Fruit of the Loom offers a 20% discount on all purchases for teachers. The discount can also be added to on-site offers that do not exceed 25% off.
• JanSport - The brand offers all eligible teachers in the U.S. a discount of up to 15% off.
• J.Crew - A 15% off discount is available for teachers at J.Crew stores and at jcrew.com. It can be used up to four times in a month.
• Kendra Scott - The brand offers a 15% discount to teachers in-store with a valid photo ID and online with ID.me verification.

• Aveda - With SheerID verification, teachers can receive 20% off purchases.
• Clinique - The brand offers a 20% off discount to teachers.
• CorePower Yoga - Teachers can get 20% off new memberships and class packs.
• GNC - On GNC.com, teachers can get a 10% discount in their cart along with additional limited-time discounts and special savings events.
• Headspace - The brand offers a #free subscription to teachers.

• BJs Wholesale Club - Verified teachers can get $30 off a one-year membership and an additional $10 reward.
• Factor - The food subscription service offers teachers 55% off their first box, with free shipping and 15% off other boxes for the next year.
• Hello Fresh - The first box is discounted for teachers at 55%, with free shipping and for 51 weeks teachers can receive 15% off boxes.

• Apple - Through the brand’s Apple Education Store, teachers can receive a 10% discount
• AT&T - Teachers and their families can receive a 25% discount on unlimited plans.
• Canva - Free access to Canva is available to teachers who are eligible with verification.

Classroom Supplies Discounts

• BLICK Art Materials - Educators will receive a 10% discount on purchases at BLICK Art Materials retail stores through the Preferred Customers program.
• JOANN fabrics and #crafts - Save 15% in-store and online with the JOANN Teacher Rewards Digital Discount Card.
• Michaels - The craft store offers a 15% discount on entire purchases including sale items with enrollment in the Michaels Teacher Discount Program.
• Office Depot and OfficeMax - The Office Depot OfficeMax Rewards Program allows teachers to receive 25% back in reward points throughout the year.

Types of Teacher Grants

• Professional Development Grants:

  • NEA Foundation Educator Grants: Up to $5,000 for public school teachers to fund professional development experiences that improve practice and student achievement.
  • Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellowship Program: Offers an $8,200 monthly stipend for K-12 STEM teachers to work in federal agencies, enhancing their understanding of education policy and programming.
  • Fund for Teachers Grants: Provides $5,000 for individuals and $10,000 for teams to create self-designed professional development opportunities based on their unique needs.
  • McCarthey Dressman Education Foundation Grants: Up to $10,000 per year for innovative teaching methods and strategies in K-12 education.

• Classroom Enrichment Funds:

  • DonorsChoose.org: A crowdfunding platform where teachers can post project proposals for classroom supplies and receive donations directly from the public, allowing for personalized classroom needs.
  • NEA Foundation Student Success Grants: Up to $5,000 for programs that enhance student academic achievement, focusing on critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • The NEA Foundation's Student Achievement Grants: Designed to support programs that improve #students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with awards of $2,000 to $5,000.

• STEM-Focused Grants:

  • AIAA Foundation Classroom Grant Program: Grants up to $500 for K-12 teachers to enhance STEM education through innovative teaching methods and materials.
  • ACS-Hach High School Chemistry Classroom Grant: Up to $1,500 for high school chemistry teachers to promote engaging scientific exploration and enhance classroom learning.
  • Toshiba America Foundation Grants: Varies by project, aimed at supporting innovative STEM projects in middle and high school classrooms.

• Humanities Grants:

  • James Madison Graduate Fellowships: $24,000 for graduate students committed to teaching American history at the high school level, emphasizing the importance of constitutional education.
  • Emerging Teacher-Leaders in Elementary School Mathematics Grant: Up to $6,000 for #math teachers in grades Pre-K through 5 to strengthen their teaching methods and enhance student #engagement.

Tips for Securing Grants

• Identify Specific Needs: Clearly define what you need funding for, whether it’s classroom supplies, professional development, or specific projects.
• Research Grant Opportunities: Look for grants that align with your goals and the needs of your students. Local businesses and organizations may also offer funding.
• Prepare a Strong Proposal: Your application should be well-organized, free of errors, and clearly articulate the impact of your project on student learning.
• Highlight Unique Aspects: Make your application stand out by emphasizing what makes your project unique or particularly beneficial to your students.

References

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