MNEA Gives Back

Missouri NEA wants to give back to members, students, and the education community.

MNEA and its partners offer a variety of scholarships and grants to further your education, fund your projects, or support your classroom activities.

The MNEA Charitable Fund receives donations from contributors to help fund the Gilbert Balderrama Scholarship, HOPE Fund grants, and CHEER grants.

Missouri NEA, NEA, and our partners offer a number of grants and other opportunities to help our members further their careers, participate in global studies, and fund their BIG ideas for student-centered learning projects. Questions? Contact MNEA Professional Practice Director Samantha Hayes at samantha.hayes@mnea.org or (573) 644-9625.
Missouri NEA, NEA, and our partners look out for our members. We offer a number of grants to help professional members further their careers, participate in global studies, and fund their BIG ideas for student-centered learning projects. Scan the list below to see which contests, scholarships, and grants may benefit you and your students. Questions? Contact MNEA Professional Practice Director...
Missouri NEA members want a way to support educators and students who need a little help financially. That's why Missouri NEA offers two charitable funds. Both of the funds allow tax-deductible contributions, and you have the option to give just once or set up a recurring contribution. You can submit requests for assistance at any time during the year to the HOPE Fund. Applications are reviewed by...
Grant Writing Tutorial The NEA Foundation's grant writing tutorial walks you through what you should include in a great grant proposal. Take the time to review this resource. It may move your grant from the bottom of the stack to the top of the list. Learn more >