The Pasco Education Foundation is proud to help leverage dollars from the community to support local schools in the areas that they need it most. We fund projects that improve student learning and make a positive, long-term impact in the classroom. Our program provides our schools and educators with an opportunity for financial support for innovative and creative curriculum, special activities, and classroom or school projects.
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Our 2026/2027 Innovative Classroom Projects and Project L.E.A.D. applications will be coming soon!

Great news! The applications will have a new format: a shorter, easier application, the ability to save as you go, and the ability to keep track of your history. We can’t wait for you to check it out!

Every great classroom moment starts with an idea, and Innovative Classroom Projects are here to help make it happen. The Pasco Education Foundation provides Pasco County educators with the financial support to bring creative curriculum, special activities, and hands-on projects to life, inspiring students and empowering the teachers who serve them. Individual projects are eligible for up to $1,000; funding for group projects may vary.
Open June – September 15.
Applications received by July 15 will be reviewed and awarded in August.
Applications received by September 15 will be reviewed and awarded in October.

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The Pasco Education Foundation’s Project L.E.A.D. program supports educators bringing bold ideas to life. We fund school-wide and district-wide projects that advance student learning, build resilience, and open new pathways for every student. Awards start at $2,500.

Open year-round.

Please allow 4-6 weeks for review.

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Strong schools are built by strong people. The Pasco Education Foundation is committed to investing in the educators and staff who make that possible. Whether you’re an individual looking to advance your education, a team seeking resources for professional growth, or a leader building capacity across your school or department. Awards vary based on the program.

Open year-round.

Please allow 4-6 weeks for review.

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Your growth matters – to you, your students, and the future of Pasco County Schools. The Employee Education Program provides financial assistance to district employees pursuing degrees, certifications, or coursework that helps them do what they do best, even better. Award amount: $500.

Open year-round.

Please allow 4-6 weeks for review.

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Thank you, Suncoast Credit Union and Duke Energy, for your support in our programs!

Suncoast Credit Union is committed to investing in student learning and making a lasting, positive impact in schools. These awards support school-wide projects that use innovative curriculum and creative activities to enhance student learning.

Duke Energy is dedicated to creating unique learning opportunities that help students explore energy and engineering concepts in schools and classrooms within the Duke Energy service area. 

Every teacher has creative and innovative ideas to help their students engage in learning. Unfortunately, classroom budgets do not leave much for purchasing the supplies to bring those ideas to fruition. Each year, our classroom grant program provides teachers across Pasco County the financial resources they need to inspire learning amongst their students. Individual projects have a limit up to $1,000. Group projects may vary. Open August – Mid-September.

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Geared toward school-wide and district-wide programs, Project L.E.A.D. matches a portion of private contributions to fund needs in the following impact areas: STEM Education, Literacy, Low-performing Students, Teaching Quality/Professional Development, Career/Technical Education (CTE), and Increasing Graduation Rates. This form is for all requests over $1,000 and must meet requirements for state reporting, including a mid-year status update, and year-end review. Open year-round.

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Suncoast Credit Union wants to continue their investment in student learning and make a positive, long-term impact at your school! For school-wide projects that use innovative and creative curriculum, and special activities. Awards up to $5,000. Open August – September 30.

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Duke Energy is partnering with the Pasco Education Foundation to provide unique learning opportunities for students to explore energy and engineering concepts in Duke Energy service area schools. To see a list of their Pasco County serviced schools click here. Awards up to $3,000. Open August – September 30.

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We wanted to share important changes regarding our board-approved “special funds requests” policy. Due to budget constraints, we highly encourage you to submit your requests for the year at this time. Departments requesting assistance for food and staff incentives will be limited, and priority will be given to student-centered functions. Monetary support will only be granted in gift card form. Your department representative will be responsible for coordinating, purchasing, and arranging pick-up/delivery of items.

Gift card purchases will need to submit purchase receipts to the Foundation.

Please submit all requests a minimum of 4 weeks before the event.

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