EmpowerVetEd grant provides assistance in completing educator prep programs for military service members and veterans
3/4/2024
The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce and the Department of Veterans Services are seeking applicants for EmpowerVetEd Grants.
This grant opportunity is for institutions of higher education to provide financial incentives and assistance to eligible military individuals, including active duty service members, national guard, reserves, veterans, and their spouses, to enroll in and complete an approved educator preparation program as defined in Ohio law. Grant applications are due April 30.
The request for applications is available on EmpowerVetEd grants, and more information will be shared during a question and answer session March 12 via Microsoft Teams. Registration is required prior to attending.
Grant Timeline
Please note, the schedule below is subject to change at the discretion of the Department. Applicants will receive notice of any changes.
Email OhioMVEP@education.ohio.gov with questions or concerns regarding this grant application.
The EmpowerVetEd grant will be funded under fiscal years 2024 and 2025 via appropriations of House Bill 33 of the 135th General Assembly. A total of up to $2 million has been allocated for EmpowerVetEd grants.
The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact Aleshia McNutt, ADA coordinator, at ADAaccommodation@education.ohio.gov or (614) 387-2200 (voice) no later than March 7, 2024.