Classroom Innovation Grants
It is time for 2026-27 Innovation Grant Applications! Apply now!!!
Grant applications must be submitted by 4:00pm on Oct. 29, 2026
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Education Foundation of Bloomington
Education Foundation of Bloomington
Classroom Innovation Grants
Classroom Innovation Grants
The Education Foundation of Bloomington has a Classroom Innovation Grant program. Each year, the EFB proudly funds Innovation Grants for the dedicated staff of Bloomington Public Schools.
These grants are more than just financial support; they are catalysts for transformative learning experiences. The Innovation Grants spark creativity and forward-thinking initiatives within classrooms, fostering an environment where imagination and knowledge collide. Our grants break down barriers, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to participate in enriching learning and educational programs.
At the heart of our mission is the belief that every student deserves access to an exceptional education. The EFB Classroom Grants program is not just about funding—it's about empowering educators and ensuring that every student can thrive. Join us in celebrating the spirit of innovation and student success as we continue to invest in the future of Bloomington Public Schools.
Final report due by June 30, 2027
It is time for 2026-2027 Innovation Grant Applications! Apply now!!!
The Education Foundation of Bloomington (EFB) is proud to announce it is now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 EFB Innovation Grants. Innovation Grants are earmarked for Bloomington Public Schools staff who submit Grant Requests to the EFB for innovative projects that fall outside the normal funding priorities of the Bloomington Public School District. 2026-27 grant applications must be submitted by 4:00pm on Thursday, October 29, 2026
Innovation Grants fund innovative educational curriculum material, equipment, or experiential event in classrooms and programs of the Bloomington School District. These grants cannot replace current curriculum, cover staff salaries or cover expenses for something where there are other avenues of financial assistance available within the district. This year’s Innovation Grants are funded by the Chip in For Schools Golf Classic and individual donations to EFB. For information on participating or donating, please see our website at www.efbmn.org.
Previous Classroom Grants
Purchase of a laminator & supplies made manipulative materials last longer so many students could use them for years.
Art Supplies at Choice Academy allow students to express themselves creatively.
Purchase of unique equipment for vocational education at Career & College Academy
A High School student driven science and math learning group purchases materials for their experiments
Purchase of materials to build Learning kits for various reading levels and various topics for use by speech pathologists throughout the district.
Purchase of materials to build Learning kits for various reading levels and various topics for use by speech pathologists throughout the district.
Purchase of Computer Language Books for entry level computer learning.
More Classroom Innovation Grants:
Equipped a Home Living Lab for students with disabilities at the High School level.
Purchased binding materials for 5 Elementary School Media Centers.
Purchased organizing bins to provide safe and organized storage for student instruments.
Purchased multicultural multilanguage books for the new Washburn ELC to encourage families to read with their students
Grant Reports for 2025-2026
Grant Report Forms
Grant Reports for 2025-2026
Grant Report Forms
All grantees must complete a Grant Report when their grant has been completed. 2025-2026 Grant Final Reports are due by June 30, 2026, or earlier if your grant is complete. Please use one of the forms below to complete your grant report. If your grant report includes a photo, please include a signed photo release form for any identifiable person in the photo who is facing the camera.
Exciting new experiences are happening for students in classrooms throughout the Bloomington Public Schools. In the past couple of years, EFB has provided grants that assisted staff in augmenting the tools they use as they encourage students to engage in art, physical education, music, math, science, and learning life
skills. Some grants helped to build more inclusive and relevant libraries for students’ reading enjoyment. Innovation Grants are funded through individual donations and our Chip in for Schools Golf Classic happening again July 2027.
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