NewSchools Venture Fund 2026 Funding Opportunity

The NewSchools Venture Fund is providing funding for innovative education initiatives in 2026, focusing on areas like reimagining teaching, creating new learning solutions, and supporting innovative schools. The application deadline is January 8, 2026, with a rolling review process that rewards early submissions, and they are looking for ideas that align with their investment criteria, including alignment with focus areas, community engagement, team strength, inclusion, and financial sustainability.

The NewSchools Venture Fund is offering a 2026 funding opportunity to education leaders and entrepreneurs with innovative solutions to advance education, specifically targeting those who expand what defines effective education. The fund aims to support individuals and organizations developing bold visions for public schools, creating learning solutions, reimagining teaching practices, and empowering students with learning differences.

The final application deadline is January 8, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. PT; however, an eligibility form must be completed as the first step to determine alignment with the fund's strategy. Early submission of the eligibility form is highly encouraged because applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Applicants submitting by December 1, 2025, will receive an update on their application status by the end of January, while all other applicants will receive an update by March. This rolling review process provides an incentive for early application.

The NewSchools Venture Fund supports early-stage organizations and new initiatives within existing organizations, focusing on areas like Innovative Schools, Learning Solutions, Teaching Reimagined, and Learning Differences. Successful applicants must align with at least one of these investment areas and demonstrate visionary leadership.

The fund's investment criteria include alignment with their focus areas, strength of the idea, community engagement, quality of the team, inclusion practices, and financial sustainability. These criteria ensure that funded projects are impactful, equitable, and likely to have lasting effects on the education landscape.

Support resources are available to applicants, including webinars and office hours, to assist with the application process. The final office hour is scheduled for January 7, offering last-minute support to those completing their applications.

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