Educational Development Grants

Strong principals and inspiring innovative classroom teachers are essential to the success of our Eastern Washington Catholic schools. Nazareth Guild is committed to supporting these transformational leaders through grant programs that support and retain the very best leadership talent for our Catholic schools.

For more information contact (509) 744-3259 or email [email protected]

Teacher Initiative Grants

Nazareth Guild Teacher Initiative Grant Program promotes innovation in Catholic school education by supporting a teacher’s creative project or initiative for the classroom or school. Moreover, these grants fund innovative projects benefiting students, classrooms, multiple grade levels, and long-term spiritual growth. For more information, contact your Catholic school principal.

Application Process: OPEN

Teacher Initiative Grant Application

Deadline: November 20, 2026, by 11:59 pm

View Previous Grant Recipients

View our 2025-2026 Teacher Initiative Grant recipients (PDF)

View our 2024-2025 Teacher Initiative Grant recipients (PDF)

View our 2023-2024 Teacher Initiative Grant recipients (PDF)

View our 2020-2021 Teacher Initiative Grant recipients (PDF)

View our 2019-2020 Teacher Initiative Grant recipients (PDF)

View our 2018-2019 Teacher Initiative Grant recipients (PDF)

Continuing Education Grants

Nazareth Guild, in partnership with Gonzaga University and the Diocesan Office of Education, is proud to announce professional development opportunities for Catholic school educators. These courses are being offered at no cost to participating Catholic school teachers, thanks to the generous support of Nazareth Guild and its donors.

For the 2026-2027 school year, two innovative four-month training programs are being offered to equip teachers across Eastern Washington with the tools and knowledge they need to support all learners. Upon successful completion, participants will earn continuing education credits, and help them foster a culture of shared expertise and in-house support among teaching staff.

More than a class, a certificate earned by each teacher marks a movement, a commitment to support our teachers and to ensure we see, support, and celebrate every child who walks through a Catholic school’s doors.

Classes Offered for 2026 -2027 School Year

Certificate in Inclusive Education (Round 2) – Spring 2027

Certificate in Climate Action Planning – Spring 2027 Classes beginning February 22, 2027

March 12th – All Day Diocese Teacher In-Service – AI for Teachers: Practical Tools for Inclusive Classrooms

For more information, reach out to the Office of Education.