The deadline for submitting a 2022 Grant Application has now passed. If you applied, you should have received an email on or about 2/10 regarding the status of your grant.
The Troy Foundation for Educational Excellence would like to thank you for your interest in applying for a multi-teacher grant. This application is open to K-12 classroom teachers, GROW program teachers, and K-12 building principals. 

The application and process has been updated for 2022, so be sure to read through this page and the application carefully. We will also be updating the FAQ section at the bottom of this page as we receive questions, so please be sure to refer back to this page as you apply for your grant. 

There is no single-teacher grant application for this year. ​

Below you will find the rubric for this year's application, a link to the online application, the timeline for this year, and information about the Grant Workshop that we will host in January. 

Grants will be accepted until midnight on January 28, 2022. 

1/19 UPDATE - GRANT DEADLINE EXTENDED TO JANUARY 28, 2022!

If you have any questions regarding the grants, please contact: 
Scott Germansky, TFEE Grant Administrator
    email: sgermansky@troy.k12.mi.us
    text: 248-459-3910
Alison Hendry, TFEE Executive Director
    email: ahendry@troy.k12.mi.us 
    text: 231-313-9910
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Grant scoring Rubric
Please review the grant scoring rubric prior to submitting your application. The grant rubric can be downloaded by clicking the button below. 
Multi-teacher grant application
When you open application form, Google will give you the option to sign in. If you do so, responses typed into the form will automatically be saved for 30 days.

If you would prefer to draft your application in a word document, you can download the template below, and then copy and paste your responses into the online application. The template contains the full application, without section breaks and may be a useful resource as you work on your application. Please note that applications must be submitted using the link above. 
TFEE Grant Workshop
The TFEE Grant Application date for the 2021-22 school year is coming up soon (January 21)!  We understand that this year is turning out to be yet another extraordinary year of uncertainty for all of you, and we recognize that you may be thinking…
  • How in the world do I even think about applying for an innovation grant when there are huge uncertainties for this school year?  How can I predict what I will be able to do with my students?
  • Applying for a grant sounds complicated - I’m not sure of the process.
  • I am so overwhelmed I don’t have time to think about one more thing…
If any of these statements resonate with you, you might find our TFEE Grant Workshop helpful.  In this participatory Zoom session, we will share and discuss great ideas for innovation in uncertain times, review the grant application process (with mentor texts), and make sure that your questions are answered.  

​Click the button below to register to join us on Monday, January 10 from 7:30-8:15 PM. 
Grant Timeline
Dec. 15, 2021 - Grant application opens for submissions
Jan. 10, 2022, 7:30 PM - TFEE Grant Workshop (Register Here)
Jan. 28, 2022, midnight - Deadline for grant submissions
Jan. 31 - Feb. 4, 2022 - Grants reviewed 
Feb. 7 - 11, 2022 - Notice sent to grant applicants 
May 16, 2022 - All grant funds claimed by this date
​June 1, 2022 - All grant evaluations returned to the TFEE

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Will the tfee be accepting applications for single teacher grants? 
At this time, the TFEE is only accepting applications for multi-teacher grants. 
Do Teachers have to plan a joint activity to qualify for a multi-teacher grant? 
No. While joint activities would certainly qualify to apply for a multi-teacher grant, they are not the only way to qualify. Teachers who teach the same or similar classes may apply together for materials that would be shared between them, or which would be of benefit to all teachers in the group. You could be in the same building, or different buildings. There are many ways to group together to qualify for a multi-teacher grant, so be creative! And if you have questions, please reach out to either Scott or Alison (contact info above). 
How will I know if my grant has been awarded?
During the week of February 7, the TFEE will contact the teacher listed as the primary applicant to let them know the result of the application.
Any other tips or hints for me as i fill out our application? 
The TFEE is looking for quality over quantity in these applications. 

Keep in mind that while many of our grant readers are involved in education, some are not. Be sure to explain acronyms and any education-specific jargon that is used in the application. Do not assume that the person reading your application is a fellow educator. 

Do not include links out to videos or other websites. Do your best to explain your project using just the grant application. 

Grants must include a detailed cost breakdown of your project. Your grant application will not be considered without this breakdown. 
What is the maximum award amount? 
The maximum award is $800 per applicant. For example, if 3 teachers/staff are involved in the project, the maximum possible award is $2,400. If 10 teachers/staff are involved, the maximum possible award is $8,000. 
Can I save my progress on the online Application? 
The online application was built using Google Forms. Google now gives you the option to sign into Google to save your progress. Below is a picture showing where you will find this option. ​
If you would prefer not to sign into Google, your progress will not be saved. Instead, you can use our Grant Application Template to work on your application, and then cut and paste the answers into the Google Form when you're ready. 

Please note, grant applications will only be accepted via the Online Application. 
Is there a way to view the full grant application? 
Yes! By downloading the Grant Application Template, you will be able to see the full application without the section breaks that exist in the Online Application. 
Can I apply for more than one grant?
Yes! Individual teachers can be involved in more than one grant application. 
Can a club apply for a grant? 
Clubs are not eligible to be considered for a TFEE classroom grant. 
What is the timeline for grants this year? 
Dec. 15, 2021 - Grant application opens for submissions
Jan. 10, 2022, 7:30 PM - TFEE Grant Workshop (Register Here)
Jan. 21, 2022, midnight - Deadline for grant submissions
Jan. 24 - Feb. 1, 2022 - Grants reviewed 
Feb. 7 - 11, 2022 - Notice sent to grant applicants 
May 16, 2022 - All grant funds claimed by this date
​June 1, 2022 - All grant evaluations returned to the TFEE
Who can apply for a grant? 
TSD K-12 classroom teachers, GROW program teachers, and K-12 building principals may apply for TFEE multi-teacher grants. 
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