Application Questions







Do I have to have the exact pricing for each item on my budget?

No. We understand prices can change over time and vary by store. Just estimate as closely as possible.





How do I know if my school is in a TVA service area and receives power from a TVA distributor?

Grants are open to all teachers or school administrators in public and private schools, grades K through 12, that are located in the TVA service area and receive power from a TVA distributor. To check to see if your school is in a TVA service area and receives power, follow the links on the right side at the top of this page.





What projects are NOT eligible for a grant?

Funds may not be used for furniture, cash, gift cards, travel, salary, food, general office supplies not related to STEM activities, or sports. Consumables are only allowable if the funding is requested for pandemic response (See more details in the Pandemic Response section ).





I can't get the form to work. Can I apply via email?

We're sorry but all applications must come through the online form. If your school internet or computer blocks typeform, please try applying with a different computer or on a wifi connection from home or a public place outside of your school building.





Can my school apply for more than one grant? Can I apply for more than one grant?

Yes and yes! We cannot guarantee we will be able to fund multiple grants from one school or person, but you are more than welcome to apply with as many ideas as you would like.





A vendor wrote my application for me, is that ok?

If we receive multiple applications with the same language written by a vendor, those applications will be disqualified. Your application should be your own, unique work.





Will I be notified if I receive a grant or not?

Yes, we will notify all grant applicants regarding the status of their application in mid to late-December 2020.





If my application is funded, when can I expect to receive funds?



We expect for accepted grants to receive their funding in early spring. Once an applicant receives notification of acceptance, we will call for the applicant's organization's W9. After the successful successful submission of a W9, applicants can expect to receive a check to their district office in approximately 60 days.





For more questions, please contact us at tsin@battelle.org











Questions Once Awarded





Is there a required format for the statement of finance due by November 15?

Yes, the statement of finance must be submitted online through our portal: statement of finance form





For more questions, please contact us at tsin@battelle.org.