THE NEA FOUNDATION FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF EDUCATION
AI Summary
The NEA Foundation for the Improvement of Education is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on enhancing educational opportunities through strategic grantmaking. In 2025, the foundation awarded a total of $1.4 million across 50 grantees, operating on a relationship-based, invitation-only model. It does not accept unsolicited proposals; however, nonprofits can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting to engage with the foundation.
Mission Statement
THE FDN. WORKS IN PARTNERSHIP WITH OTHERS TO ADVANCE THE ABSOLUTE BEST IN PUBLIC EDUCATION.
Cause Areas
1
Education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Aaron E Henry Community Health Services Center Inc
Clarksdale, MS
$675K
8%
National Center for Youth Law
Oakland, CA
$640K
7%
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR MISSISSIPPI
Jackson, MS
$566K
6%
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Total No. of Grants
29
Median 1st year grant
$25K
Median 2nd year grant
$50K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE NEA FOUNDATION FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF EDUCATION?
No. THE NEA FOUNDATION FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF EDUCATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE NEA FOUNDATION FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF EDUCATION give?
THE NEA FOUNDATION FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF EDUCATION primarily gives to organizations located in Arkansas, Mississippi, and District Of Columbia. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE NEA FOUNDATION FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF EDUCATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE NEA FOUNDATION FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF EDUCATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE NEA FOUNDATION FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF EDUCATION make each year?
In 2025, THE NEA FOUNDATION FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF EDUCATION awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $1.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE NEA FOUNDATION FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF EDUCATION fund recently?
In 2025, THE NEA FOUNDATION FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF EDUCATION awarded grants to about 50 grantees. Recent grantees include Aaron E Henry Community Health Services Center Inc, National Center for Youth Law, and COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR MISSISSIPPI. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE NEA FOUNDATION FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF EDUCATION?
THE NEA FOUNDATION FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF EDUCATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.