Grant Application Cycle: September 15 - October 31, 2019
Grant Implementation Cycle: July 2020 - June 2021

Foundations in Education, through its Innovation and Leadership Grants Program, promotes excellence in the Diocese of Bridgeport Catholic Schools by providing educators with grant opportunities that fund innovation in classroom teaching and provide support for professional development and leadership formation.

The Innovation Grants Program promotes innovation in Catholic school education by supporting a teacher’s creative project or initiative for the classroom or school. Grants through this program are intended for innovative projects or initiatives that benefit multiple grade levels, and have a long-term impact on student learning. Collaboration is encouraged, whether across grades or even among schools.

The Leadership Grants Program promotes continuing professional education and leadership formation for current faculty in the form of grants for leadership development.

All grant applications require Principal review and approval prior to submission of this application. Grant applications are due by October 31, 2019.

Please note, applicants that were awarded grant funding for 2019 are NOT eligible to apply. Please contact Theresa Sciallo at tsciallo@diobpt.org with any questions.