[National Council of Teachers of English](https://ncte.org)

April 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)

Up to $4,000 per grant; awarded every two years

Supports research projects advancing language, literacy, and cultural education to improve English language arts instruction.

Applicants must be current NCTE members.

--- ## Description The NCTE Research Foundation Grants support scholarly projects that advance the teaching and learning of language(s), literacy (literacies), and culture(s) at all educational levels. The program seeks to fund research that improves the quality of English language arts instruction, with a strong emphasis on diverse topics such as underrepresented populations, equity pedagogies, curriculum changes, student learning, school policy impacts, community literacies, home-school literacy relationships, after-school programs, and literacy practices within and beyond school settings. --- ## Due Dates - April 2027 (anticipated/projected full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Up to $4,000 per grant - Grants are awarded every two years (odd-numbered years) - Funding is intended for research-related expenses in line with the program’s goals --- ## Eligibility - Proposals are invited from teachers, teacher researchers, and teacher educators. - **Applicants must be current members of the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE).** - Projects should focus on advancing research in language, literacy, and cultural education relevant to English language arts. --- ## Application Process - The official call for proposals will be available by January 2027. - Applications will require a detailed research proposal aligned with the Foundation's priorities. - Submission instructions and application forms will be published on the [NCTE Research Foundation Grants page](https://ncte.org/research/research-foundation-grants/). - Direct questions and requests for more information to [researchfoundation@ncte.org](mailto:researchfoundation@ncte.org?subject=Research%20Foundation%20Grants). --- ## Additional Information - The program encourages projects that reflect the diverse interests and needs of the NCTE membership. - Priority is given to studies that address equity, diversity, and the impact of instructional practices or policies on student learning and communities. - Past funded projects are listed on the [NCTE website](https://ncte.org/wp-content/uploads/GrantRecipients.pdf). --- ## External Links - [NCTE Research Foundation Grants Program Page](https://ncte.org/research/research-foundation-grants/) - [National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE)](https://ncte.org) - [Contact NCTE](https://ncte.org/contact-us/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------|---------------| | NCTE Research Foundation | [researchfoundation@ncte.org](mailto:researchfoundation@ncte.org?subject=Research%20Foundation%20Grants) | 217-328-3870 |

Research Foundation Grants - National Council of Teachers of English

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