Technology, Engineering and Design Thinking Resource Grants
The Technology, Engineering and Design Thinking Resource Grants from Philanthropic Ventures Foundation support hands-on, project-based STEAM learning in Bay Area public schools.
Funder: Philanthropic Ventures Foundation
Due Dates: Applications open for 2026–2027 school year (rolling until funds are exhausted)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,000 per grant; limit one grant per teacher and five per school per year.
Summary: Supports hands-on, project-based STEAM education for TK–12 teachers in low-income Bay Area public schools.
Key Information: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis; check funder site for funding availability before applying.
Description
The Technology, Engineering and Design Thinking Resource Grants program, offered by the Philanthropic Ventures Foundation, aims to enrich STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) education in Bay Area public schools. These grants support hands-on classroom projects, acquisition of resources (such as reusable design thinking kits), professional development, field trips, and the integration of technology and engineering into the curriculum. The program encourages dynamic, project-based learning that connects classroom instruction to real-world experiences, fostering curiosity and problem-solving skills among students.
