Professors Sarah McCarthey and Mark Dressman from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign founded the McCarthey Dressman Education Foundation to assist dedicated teachers in creating extraordinary programs. They did so in recognition of the many challenges teachers face and how that can come at the expense of our most vulnerable students.
The Academic Enrichment Grant can be used for classroom or after school learning programs targeting low income students. Applications will be accepted until April 15, 2024 or when they reach 200 applicants, whichever comes first. Awards of up to $10,000 or $20,000 over two years are available.
Eligibility
This grant is open to educators in the United States who:
- Work in a school or at a non-profit organization
- Work with Pre-K – Grade 12 students
- Work with students from low income households
- Have the skills and experience to complete the proposed project
- Are willing to collaborate with the Foundation
Application Requirements
All applications must include:
- Two references such as books, articles, or models that support the project
- A timeline for executing the project
- A complete budget
- Three references to whom the Foundation can send information
