NATIONAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATESPub 78
Pub 78
AI Summary
The National Education Association of the United States is a 501(c)(5) organization that focuses on supporting educational initiatives through a substantial grantmaking scale, having distributed $135.3 million to 620 grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the NEA can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE NATIONAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES (NEA) IS A NOT-FOR-PROFIT ORGANIZATION INCORPORATED UNDER AN ACT OF THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS. OUR MISSION IS TO ADVOCATE FOR EDUCATION PROFESSIONALS AND TO UNITE OUR MEMBERS AND THE NATION TO FULFILL THE PROMISE OF PUBLIC EDUCATION TO PREPARE EVERY STUDENT TO SUCCEED IN A DIVERSE AND INTERDEPENDENT WORLD. OUR VISION IS A GREAT PUBLIC SCHOOL FOR EVERY STUDENT.
Cause Areas
1
Education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
CALIFORNIA TEACHERS ASSOCIATION
$138.9M
11%
NEW JERSEY EDUCATION ASSOCIATION
$64.5M
5%
PENNSYLVANIA STATE EDUCATION ASSOCIATION
$59M
4%
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Total No. of Grants
203
Median 1st year grant
$30K
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 NATIONAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES?
No. NATIONAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does NATIONAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES give?
NATIONAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES primarily gives to organizations located in California, Michigan, and New Jersey. 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 NATIONAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES’s grants?
The largest share of grants from NATIONAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $30 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does NATIONAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES make each year?
In 2024, NATIONAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES awarded about 200 grants, totaling nearly $135.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did NATIONAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES fund recently?
In 2024, NATIONAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES awarded grants to about 620 grantees. Recent grantees include CALIFORNIA TEACHERS ASSOCIATION, NEW JERSEY EDUCATION ASSOCIATION, and PENNSYLVANIA STATE EDUCATION ASSOCIATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to NATIONAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES?
NATIONAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.