Downers Grove Junior Woman's Club Announces D58 & D99 Grant Opportunity
The Downers Grove Junior Woman's Club (DGJWC) is pleased to announce the opening of its annual Teacher Grant Program for the 2024-2025 school year. The program aims to support educators in Downers Grove Districts 58 and 99 by providing funding for innovative educational tools, programs, and professional development opportunities.
Key Details:
Total Budget: $10,000
Maximum Grant Amount: $750 per recipient
Number of Recipients: At least 14
Application Period: September 24, 2024 - November 4, 2024
Grant Announcement: Week of December 16, 2024
Program Highlights:
The DGJWC Teacher Grant Program supports:
Educational tools and aids that enhance lessons or programs, directly benefiting students
Educator enrollment in courses, workshops, or programs that will positively impact their students
Previous grants have funded new reading program materials, social and emotional learning (SEL) aids such as wobble chairs, and multi-sensory learning tools.
Eligibility:
Full-time educators or professionals in Downers Grove Districts 58 and 99
U.S. Citizens or permanent legal residents of the United States
Note: Grant recipients from the 2023-2024 school year are ineligible for this cycle
Application Process:
Interested educators can apply online at https://forms.gle/uWnGgKa4w8K6SnsH6
Program Growth:
The Teacher Grant Program has seen increasing interest and impact:
2023-2024: 57 applications, 18 grants awarded
2022-2023: 35 applications, 26 grants awarded
October 10, 2024: Finalists Notified of Selection
October 22, 2024: Finalists Required to Present Proposal at DGJWC General Meeting
October 22, 2024: DGJWC Membership Votes
November 14, 2024: Award presented at DGJWC General Meeting
"We're thrilled to continue supporting our local educators through this grant program," said Krista Nadeau, Education Committee Co-Chair. "These grants enable teachers to bring innovative ideas and resources into their classrooms, benefiting our community's students directly."
For more information, please contact Krista Nadeau and Annie Sprau at education.dgjwc@gmail.com.