Hizon Foundation Teacher Grant Application

2025 Hizon Foundation Teacher Grant Application
2025 Hizon Foundation Teacher Grant - Now Open for Applications!

The Hizon Foundation is excited to announce its 2025 Teacher Grant, aimed at supporting K-12 educators globally in enhancing STEM, social-emotional learning (SEL), and arts education. These grants are designed to empower teachers working in underserved communities, providing them with resources to create engaging and impactful learning experiences.

Grant Details:

Grant Amount: $500 per teacher
Eligibility: Open to K-12 public school teachers worldwide
Focus Areas: Projects that enhance STEM, SEL, or art education

Grant Programs:

STEM & Art Education Grant
This grant supports teachers dedicated to innovative STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) and art projects, especially in rural or low-income communities. Funds can be used for hands-on science activities, art installations, or other creative projects that enhance student engagement.

Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Grant
This grant focuses on supporting educators who are committed to fostering emotional awareness, resilience, and interpersonal skills in students. Funds can be used for activities like mindfulness exercises, peer support programs, and other initiatives that promote students' mental and emotional development.

Key Dates:

Applications Open: November 12, 2024
Application Deadline: January 8, 2025
Finalist Interviews: January 25-26, 2025
Recipients Announced: February 14, 2025

Additional Incentive: Teachers demonstrating a sustainable plan to continue their project beyond the grant period may apply for an additional sustainability bonus of up to $200.

For more information, please visit: www.hizonfoundation.org

Appy Now! [Complete the online application form below]

About The Hizon International Foundation:
The Hizon International Foundation is a non-profit organization promoting transformational change through education and improving lives. We advocate for children, single mothers, underserved communities, and the poor, partnering globally to promote well-being and environmental stewardship. For more information, visit www.hizonfoundation.org.
Are you a current teacher in a public school?*

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Are you a current recipient of the Patrocinio De Guzman Scholarship?*

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Please select which grant you are applying for and provide a brief description of your project.

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STEM & Art Education Grant: This grant is for teachers who aim to enhance STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) or art education in their classrooms. It is designed for educators working in rural or low-income communities who are lacking access to quality resources. Funds can be used for classroom supplies, innovative projects, or activities that engage students in creative learning. Example Use: Implementing hands-on science experiments, building art installations, or introducing coding projects.Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Grant:This grant supports teachers focused on promoting social-emotional learning in their classrooms. It is intended for educators teaching students emotional awareness, resilience, and interpersonal skills to improve overall well-being. Funds may be used for activities, resources, or projects that nurture students’ mental and emotional development. Example Use: Developing mindfulness exercises, implementing peer support programs, or introducing role-playing activities that teach empathy and communication skills.
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1. Tell us your story: Why did you become a teacher, and what motivates you in your work?*

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2. Why do you need this $500 grant? How will it benefit your classroom or students?*

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3. Who will benefit from this grant? Provide details about the # of students, school, or community that will be impacted.*

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4. What is your teaching style? Describe how you engage students and foster a love for learning.*

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5. How do you manage your well-being and that of your family while teaching?*

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6. Share a successful classroom project you’ve done: How did you make it resourceful, and what impact did it have?*

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7. What are your top 3 proposals for using this grant in the 2025 school year?*

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8. Who is your role model, and how has this person influenced your teaching?*

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As a grant recipient, you will be required to submit quarterly progress reports. These reports will help track your success and ensure you are on track to receive the second installment of $250 after the 6-month review. PLUS, at the 6-month review, teachers who demonstrate significant progress will be eligible to apply for a Sustainability Bonus ($100-$200). This additional mini-grant is awarded to teachers who can outline a plan to ensure their project’s impact lasts beyond one school year. How would you ensure that the benefits of this project will continue to impact students in the long term? Describe your vision for sustaining your project’s success beyond the initial grant funding.*

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Please attach a letter of support from your school administration (principal or head of school) endorsing your application and verifying that your project aligns with the school’s educational goals. (Max file size 1MB)*

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9. Are you willing to volunteer and assist our foundation in enhancing the lives of others?*

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10. If grant funds are unavailable, would you still be interested in a year-long mentorship?*

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11. Why should you receive the 2025 Hizon Foundation Teacher Grant?*

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Hizon International Foundation (HIF) board members, employees, family members of Patrocinio De Guzman and their immediate family members (spouses, parents, children, siblings and their respective spouses, regardless of where they live) or persons living in the same households of such employees, whether or not related, are not eligible to apply for the scholarship. HIF will determine eligibility at its sole discretion. Partners or relations of partner staff of the institutions involved in the launch of scholarship, and relations of the judging committee are not eligible to apply.
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2025 Hizon Foundation Teacher Grant Application

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Please select which grant you are applying for and provide a brief description of your project.