Research Grants for Educational Outcomes in Underserved Communities in Tennessee (USA)
GrantID: 757
Grant Funding Amount Low: $25,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $350,000
Summary
This grant opportunity provides funding to support research and evaluation projects aimed at improving educational outcomes for children and youth, particularly those from under-resourced and underserved communities. The funding is intended for work that generates evidence, informs practice, and supports strategies to advance equity in education. Award amounts vary based on project scope and duration, with grants typically ranging from approximately $100,000 to over $350,000. Projects may span multiple years and focus on rigorous study designs to evaluate existing programs or generate new insights into effective educational strategies.
Eligible applicants are primarily nonprofit organizations, research institutions, universities, and other entities qualified to conduct educational research or program evaluation. These grants are generally not available to individuals or for-profit entities and are not intended for direct service delivery or classroom instruction. Instead, the funds are designed to enable organizations to carry out collaborative research, assess program effectiveness, and produce findings that can be shared broadly to influence policy and practice.
The grants are available across the United States, with a focus on projects that address national educational challenges and equity gaps. Applications are evaluated based on methodological rigor, potential for impact, and alignment with priorities such as closing opportunity gaps, supporting early childhood education, and promoting academic achievement in K–12 settings. While the primary recipients are organizations engaged in research and evaluation, the ultimate benefits extend to the communities and students served by the programs studied, as well as the broader educational field, through evidence-informed insights and recommendations. The funding supports projects that aim to strengthen knowledge, inform practice, and drive improvements in educational outcomes on a systemic level.
Those working in Awards and located in Tennessee may meet the eligibility criteria for this grant. To browse other funding opportunities suited to your focus areas, visit The Grant Portal and try the Search Grant tool.
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