A number of federal government agencies offer grants for technology-based educational activities for children and adults. Programs support hardware, software, support services, teacher training and telecom infrastructure. The Federal Register provides each agency's timelines and requirements for submissions. Each federal agency operates its own Web site where you can access information about upcoming grant programs, download current applications and research recently awarded grants to understand the types of projects and collaborative partnerships that the agency supports. You can subscribe to these directly from their Web sites and receive information via e-mail.
Some programs request a preliminary application.
Officers can advise you about the scope and logistics of your project, appropriate materials to support your grant application and the kinds of partnerships that are most likely to be funded. Gather demographic and pertinent information about your school, district and community. Similarly, for organizations, document the types of services you provide, as exhibitions or social services, persons served, staff, operating budgets and the like. The purpose of the proposal should develop from the mission, objectives and strategies of your agency's strategic plan. All federal grant applications should be substantive and meet major national or local needs.