Innovation in Learning Environments Grant 2026- A4LE Kansas City

Innovation in Learning Environments Grant 2026- A4LE Kansas City
The Kansas City Chapter of the Association for Learning Environments is proud to support efforts in education innovation by funding the work of teachers, administrators and schools to bring new ideas and opportunities to learners in our area. Up to four $2,000 Innovation in Learning Environments Grants will be awarded annually. Please see below for details on guidelines and eligibility.

Guidelines
- Grants can be used to fund efforts in curriculum or spatial development for learners of Pre-K to grade 12. Examples include makerspaces and associated equipment, flexible furniture, innovative instructional resources, collaborative learning support etc. If it pushes the boundaries of your current space and instructional efforts, it’s fair game!
- To help others be inspired by innovation, we will showcase the results of your grant at one of our Quarterly Conversation events where educators and designers meet to discuss opportunities in learning and space. A representative involved in the implementation may be requested to attend and give a brief presentation (10 min) of the outcomes or share their results via a short video.
- Technology and equipment will be considered (ex: 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC machines) with a direct association to innovation labs or equivalent programs for learning. Travel is not eligible.
  The outcome of this grant implementation needs to be completed within 6 months to allow for sharing of results at a future A4LE event or via a short video (details to be shared in the Fall 2026).
  Public and private school entities willing to share project outcomes at an A4LE event are eligible to submit. These must be school organizations that offer full time education to students in grades Pre-K to 12.
- The deadline for application is June 5, 2026 (extended). All submissions must include an itemized budget, to be uploaded in this form at time of submission.
- Questions? Please email Dr. Mandi Sonnenberg: msonnenberg@stteresasacademy.org or kcchapter@a4le.org.
Teacher/ Educator Name

First NameLast Name
Title or Role
Email (that you will be checking during the summer)
example@example.com
District or Organization Name
School Name
Principal First and Last Name
School Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number (that you will checking during the summer)
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
I have my principal's approval for this project.
Tell Us About Your Project!

Tell us about your project ideas! Please refrain from referencing your school or organization name in these descriptions as it will our selection committee to ensure an unbiased review of all applications.
Project Title
Project Description (max 500 characters or less)
How will this project impact innovation in education for your students beyond their current expertise?(max 500 characters or less)
Describe how the grant will impact the culture of your school? (max 500 characters or less)
Please share two specific goals and objectives for this projects (max 500 characters or less)
How will you measure success? (max 500 characters or less)
How long will it take to implement this project? (max 100 characters or less)
Will this project live on past the first year of implementation?
How many students will this project impact on a annual basis? (max 100 characters or less)
Upload an itemized budget for your project. Please make sure your Project Name is the only identifiable information on your document. A budget must be submitted to be eligible. PDFs are preferred.

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The board members of the Kansas City Chapter of the Association for Learning Environments will review the applications with the name and school entity information removed to provide an unbiased decision. Notification will be made on or before board members of the Kansas City Chapter of the Association for Learning Environments will review the applications with name and school entity information removed to provide an unbiased decision. Notification of award will be made on or before June 16, 2026.
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