Supporting Effective Educator Development: $90 Million Available, Apply by June 1, 2026

The U.S. Department of Education opened the Supporting Effective Educator Development (SEED) competition with $90,000,000 in available funding. The program supports evidence-based projects that prepare, develop, and strengthen educators to improve student outcomes.

What the Funding Covers

• Programs that recruit, prepare, or develop highly effective teachers, principals, and school leaders.
• Evidence-based models that can be expanded, evaluated, and shared with other education organizations.
• Projects that responsibly advance artificial intelligence in educator development.
• Projects that prioritize or expand Registered Apprenticeships connected to educator pipelines.

Who Can Apply

Eligible applicants include institutions of higher education, national nonprofit organizations, the Bureau of Indian Education, and qualifying partnerships that include eligible education or nonprofit entities plus a for-profit partner. Certain tribal governments are also eligible.

How to Apply

• Deadline: June 1, 2026 at 11:59:59 PM ET
• Apply: Review the application notice and file through the Simpler.Grants.gov listing
• Program page: U.S. Department of Education SEED program page

Key Funding Details

• Total funding: $90,000,000
• Expected awards: 30
• Cost share: Yes

Source: Simpler.Grants.gov opportunity listing