Provider Supports
VELA Education Fund
VELA invests in everyday entrepreneurs – students, parents, teachers, and community leaders – who are meeting learners’ and families’ needs with nontraditional approaches to education.
Micro Grants in Tarrant County
Micro grants will be awarded to early-stage everyday entrepreneurs who are innovating outside the traditional education system. The application is intentionally simple and streamlined to facilitate a fast and flexible funding approach that enables entrepreneurs to quickly put their ideas into practice to meet learners’ and families’ immediate needs.
Amount
Awards amounts are $2,500 and $10,000.
Example
Barefoot University Forest School, started in Texas by two moms who wanted to provide their children with more outdoor learning experiences.
Timeline
Micro grants will be offered twice per year. The next application window will open in April. Sign up for VELA’s newsletter to learn more and be notified when the application opens.
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