In partnership with Phoenix Suns/Phoenix Mercury Foundation, STEM Teacher Grants help bring learning to life for K-12, public and charter school teachers who lead innovative, hands-on activities that introduce STEM concepts to the classroom.
Donor Name: Arizona Public Service (APS)
State: Arizona
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 09/30/2025
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
This program offers grants of up to $2,500 to K-12 educators who teach in public and charter schools located in the APS service territory. Approved grants will be provided to the school or school district for distribution to the teacher recipient who will use the grant money in accordance with the approved budget. Project funds must be spent on designated budget items within the school year in which they are approved.
Uses of Funds
Funds may be used to purchase equipment, classroom supplies and/or other items that would otherwise not be supported by the school or school district and are a part of the project activities.
Project Criteria
- An innovative approach to learning within the STEM subject areas
- Measurable, realistic goals to improve student achievement obtainable within the grant period
- An interdisciplinary approach that invites increased knowledge and application of STEM-related subjects
- Clearly defined and valid objectives and outcomes
- Well-defined activities specifically related to the project goals
- An itemized, reasonable budget that relates back to the project
- A realistic evaluation demonstrating quantifiable results
- All publicity pertaining to the STEM Teacher Grants must include acknowledgement of support by APS and Phoenix Suns/Phoenix Mercury Foundation.
For more information, visit APS.
