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Innovation Grant Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is an Innovation Grant?

    An Innovation Grant is a grant award for project ideas designed to enrich and expand the learning experience of CCPS students in their classes.

  • Who can apply for the grant?

    Any Chesterfield County teacher or staff member is eligible to apply. You do not have to be a licensed teacher to apply.

  • How many applications can an applicant submit?

    An applicant can submit as many applications as they would like. However, only one will be considered for an award.

  • What is the application process timeframe?

    Applications for the 2025 Innovation Grants will be accepted through April 7, 2025.

  • What type of project should I submit?

    Any type of creative and innovative type of idea should be submitted.

  • Are the grant funds disbursed to me or my school?

    After a grant recipient is selected, the funds are sent to their school.

  • Can I keep grant funds that are not spent?

    No, any funds not spent should be returned to Chesterfield Education Foundation.

  • Are there any reporting requirements?

    Yes, Grant recipients are asked to submit a mid-year report and a final report.

  • What is the most amount I can be awarded for an Innovation Grant?

    The maximum award is $5,000.00.

  • Who needs to approve my project idea?

    The grant applicants should receive the approval of their principal or department director prior to submitting their application.

  • Can the Innovation Grant be used to buy equipment?

    Applications will be shared with the Technology Department and CTE to vet any technology requests. Our goal is not to supplant the normal school budget for technology. Previous grant money has been used to purchase iPads, etc.

  • I was as previous Innovation Grant Recipient: Can I apply again?

    Yes, you can be a "repeat" innovation grant recipient if you have a new idea for a grant.

  • What if I want to replicate a previos Innovation Grant for my school? Is that allowed?

    Yes, we welcome and encourage you to apply and let us know how the Innovation Grant might impact your school.

Our Impact This Year

  • Students Served in Our County

    64,000+

  • Percentage of CCPS Schools Accredited by VDoE

    100%

  • National Blue Ribbon Schools

    7

  • National ESEA Distinguished Schools

    8

  • Languages Spoken by Students

    15+

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