Federal Project Grant Award Summary

The University of Toledo received a $866,372 Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Elementary and Secondary Education under the American History and Civics Education program (CFDA 84.422) for the period of October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. The Fundamental Principles Initiative supports the development and delivery of evidence-based educational initiatives designed to enhance the teaching and learning of American history, civics, and government at the elementary and secondary school levels. As an eligible institution of higher education with demonstrated expertise in historical methodology and civics education, the University of Toledo is positioned to develop instructional strategies, professional development activities, and educational programming that strengthen student understanding of American civic institutions, with particular emphasis on serving students from low-income and underserved populations.

The project aligns with the American History and Civics Education program's mandate to support innovative approaches to civic education, consistent with similar funded initiatives that have included digital storytelling, teacher professional development, curriculum innovation, and civic engagement programs. The award supports the university's capacity to conduct evidence-based work in educational research and program development across its Toledo, Ohio location, contributing to the Department of Education's broader goals of improving civics and American history instruction in U.S. schools.