MICHIGAN EDUCATOR WORKFORCE INITIATIVE
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The Michigan Educator Workforce Initiative is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking to support educational initiatives, primarily in Illinois, Arizona, and Michigan. With a total of $2.8 million in grants paid 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 initiative can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE MICHIGAN EDUCATOR WORKFORCE (MEWI) IS A STATEWIDE NON-PROFIT DEDICATED TO ELIMINATING THE EDUCATOR SHORTAGE IN MICHIGAN. BY CREATING NEW TEACHER PROGRAMS, SUPPORTING THE DEVELOPMENT OF VETERAN TEACHERS, AND INVESTING IN GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES FOR SCHOOL AND SYSTEMS LEADERS, MEWI IS WORKING TO ENSURE EVERY MICHIGAN PUBLIC SCHOOL STUDENT IS SURROUNDED BY EXCELLENT EDUCATORS.
Cause Areas
2
Education services
Elementary and secondary education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
GOLDEN APPLE FOUNDATION FOR EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING
$1.5M
54%
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION FOR A NEW AMERICAN UNIVERSITY
$716.1K
26%
SURGE INSTITUTE
$381K
14%
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Total No. of Grants
5
Median 1st year grant
$716.1K
Median 2nd year grant
N/A
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MICHIGAN EDUCATOR WORKFORCE INITIATIVE?
No. MICHIGAN EDUCATOR WORKFORCE INITIATIVE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does MICHIGAN EDUCATOR WORKFORCE INITIATIVE give?
MICHIGAN EDUCATOR WORKFORCE INITIATIVE primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, Arizona, and Michigan. 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 MICHIGAN EDUCATOR WORKFORCE INITIATIVE’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MICHIGAN EDUCATOR WORKFORCE INITIATIVE fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $716 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MICHIGAN EDUCATOR WORKFORCE INITIATIVE make each year?
In 2024, MICHIGAN EDUCATOR WORKFORCE INITIATIVE awarded about 5 grants, totaling nearly $2.8 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MICHIGAN EDUCATOR WORKFORCE INITIATIVE fund recently?
In 2024, MICHIGAN EDUCATOR WORKFORCE INITIATIVE awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include GOLDEN APPLE FOUNDATION FOR EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING, ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION FOR A NEW AMERICAN UNIVERSITY, and SURGE INSTITUTE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MICHIGAN EDUCATOR WORKFORCE INITIATIVE?
MICHIGAN EDUCATOR WORKFORCE INITIATIVE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.