For Teachers

We want to see you grow. Whether you're looking to fund your next classroom project or take the next step in your career, we're here to support you every step of the way. This page is for you.

How to Apply for  Teacher Grants

1. You have your idea

Classroom project, technology. If it serves your students, it counts.

 2. You apply

Submit your grant application during fall or spring application  windows. Tell us what you want to do and why it matters.

3. We review

Our Foundation team and board review applications based on how they'll impact student learning and growth.

 4. You Get Funded (or We Keep in Touch)

If approved, you receive your grant. If not this cycle, we  encourage you to apply again next semester.

Teacher Grants

“These bikes have been very beneficial to our students with special needs.” - Ms Hart, Special Ed Teacher

The AmTryke, funded by HCSF grants, has so many benefits. These bikes build strength and coordination, and provide sensory aid. Also, the children get a break from the classroom and have a chance to interact with others students and teachers as they ride around the school.

View Our Fall 2025 Grants

Teacher Grants

An amazing HCSF Grant application for the Hovercraft Project was approved in Fall 2024, thanks to our community’s generous giving. It is a fully immersive STEM experience where 5th grade students build, test, and ride hovercrafts. This year the 5th graders will collaborate with Physics students at HHS for the Hovercraft experience.

View Our Fall 2025 Grants

Teacher Grants

“I was the proud recipient of one of the grants that has changed the lives of several students and also raised a lot of money for our special ed department! Truly blessed! Thank you Homewood City Schools Foundation!” - Ms Bridgewater - HHS, Special Education

Thanks to one of our Fall 2025 Grants, our HHS students have been hard at work designing and crafting with Personalized Patriot and Patriot Printables, our new school-based business! From custom decals to personalized labels, the possibilities are endless!

View Our Fall 2025 Grants

National Board Certification

We believe in your growth as an educator. The Foundation provides financial support for Homewood teachers pursuing National Board Certification —  because investing in you means investing in your students.

What we cover:

Financial assistance for certification fees and preparation coursework.

Why It Matters:

Homewood is one of only four districts in Alabama recognized as a National Board Accomplished District. We currently have 60 certified teachers and  22 more in process.