NewSchools Ventures Fund offers education leaders the chance to bring their innovative ideas to life and join a national community of education innovators creating new possibilities and a just future for all students.
If you’re developing bold new visions for innovative public schools, creating math or literacy learning solutions, reimagining teaching to be more sustainable and joyful, or empowering students with learning differences, consider applying for direct funding support from NewSchools to advance your work.
Here’s what the nonprofit offers:
- Funding: One-year, unrestricted grants, ranging from $150,000 to $250,000, to help advance your work.
- Expert Support: One-on-one coaching and access to national experts.
- Community: Connection with peer organizations across the country.
The final application deadline for 2026 funding is January 8 at 11:59 p.m. PT. The first step is to complete the eligibility form to determine if your idea aligns with the NewSchools strategy. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. All applicants can expect to hear an initial update by March 2026 and a final decision by June 2026.
The NewSchools website provides a variety of resources to support applicants. For example, the freely downloadable 2026 Funding Application Guide lets applicants see questions in advance and review helpful information as they go through the application process. Interested applicants can also view the full 2026 Funding Opportunity webinar and slide deck to learn more about this funding opportunity and other investment areas and preview the application process.