Supporting educators who drive meaningful change.

About
the Society's Grants

The Society for Educators offers a growing portfolio of competitive grants exclusively available to active paid members. These grants are designed to support innovative projects, professional development, and research that aligns with our mission of advancing education through equity, innovation, and professionalism.

Note: Only registered, paid members are eligible to apply.

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Available Grant Categories

Available Grant Categories

Grant Name Purpose Amount
(₦)		 Frequency
Innovation in Teaching Grant To fund classroom-based projects that use creative methods or technologies. Up to $250 2x/year
Educator Research Grant For members conducting educational research, policy analysis, or field studies. Up to $500 1x/year
Student Educator Microgrant For student members developing capstone, thesis, or teaching practicum projects. $100 2x/year
Travel & Conference Grant To support participation in education-related conferences or study trips. $200 Rolling
Community Impact Grant For education-focused community outreach projects (e.g., literacy, girls’ education, rural programs). $500 1x/year

Available Grant Categories

Innovation in Teaching Grant

$ 250 2x/Year
  • To fund classroom-based projects that use creative methods or technologies.

Educator Research Grant

$ 500 1x/Year
  • For members conducting educational research, policy analysis, or field studies.

Student Educator Microgrant

$ 100 2x/Year
  • For student members developing capstone, thesis, or teaching practicum projects.

Travel & Conference Grant

$ 200 Rolling
  • To support participation in education-related conferences or study trips.

Community Impact Grant

$ 500 1x/year
  • For education-focused community outreach projects (e.g., literacy, girls’ education, rural programs).

Eligibility

To be eligible:

  • You must be a paid member of the Society for Educators (Individual or Student).
  • You must have held membership for at least three months prior to application.
  • You must be implementing the project within an educational or community learning context.
  • Grant proposals must align with the Society’s mission.

How to Apply

  1. Download the Proposal Template→
  2. Complete the Grant Application Form →
  3. Upload your proposal (max 3 pages) + budget + 2 references
  4. Await review by the Grants Committee (decisions in 4–6 weeks)
Proposal Template
Grant Application form

Tips for Strong Applications

  • Focus on impact, feasibility, and sustainability
  • Be clear and concise with your budget breakdown
  • Show how the project aligns with equity and innovation in education

Member-Based Grants

Member-Based Grants

Members in good standing are eligible to apply for:

  • Research support
  • Innovation in teaching grants
  • Travel bursaries for the Annual Meeting
  • Microgrants for community education projects

Note: These grants are available only to active paid members.

How to Join

  1. Pay your membership fee online
  2. Receive a welcome pack, certificate, and access to all member privileges
BECOME A MEMBER

Questions? Email info@societyforeducators.org

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