Teacher Creativity Fellowship Program
The Lilly Endowment Teacher Creativity Fellowship supports Indiana K-12 educators in pursuing personally meaningful projects to renew enthusiasm, creativity, and innovative teaching.
Funder: Lilly Endowment
Due Dates: September 8, 2026: Full proposal submission deadline
Funding Amounts: Up to $15,000 per award; approximately 150 awards expected; grant period is 18 months.
Summary: Supports Indiana K-12 educators in pursuing intellectually enriching and personally renewing projects to foster creativity and enthusiasm in their careers.
Key Information: Proposals must be submitted as a single PDF by 6 p.m. (ET) on the deadline; only individual applications (no group proposals) are accepted.
Description
The program provides Indiana K-12 educators with fellowships for personal and professional renewal, encouraging them to design and undertake experiences that restore enthusiasm, stimulate creativity, and inspire innovative teaching. Projects may include travel, study, creative pursuits, or other activities that foster intellectual growth and personal fulfillment, with the expectation that renewed educators will enhance their students' learning experiences.
