The 2023 – 2024 Grant Cycle is currently OPEN!

The Lille Ruth Education and Development Grant provides first and second-year educators with grant funding to use for the purchase of the following:

  • Professional Development (Related to the field of Education)
  • Supplies for the Classroom
  • Materials for the Classroom
  • Technology for the Classroom

Important Dates

  • Application Due: September 15, 2023
  • Award Notification: September 30, 2023
  • Application Due: February 16, 2024
  • Award Notification: February 29, 2024

Eligibility Criteria

  • Applicant must be a graduate of a Historically Black College or University.
  • Applicant must be actively teaching in a public or charter school.
  • Applicant must be in their first or second year teaching.
  • Applicant must agree to participate in the LRED Mentoring Program for 1 year.

Document Required

  • Completed Application
  • Unofficial College Transcript
  • Letter of Teaching Assignment for current year
  • Letter of Recommendation

To Apply

Download the following application: Lille Ruth Education and Development Foundation Grant Application

All applications and required documents must be submitted by email to: connect@lillieruthed.org