Grant winners are listed on the website. See above for links to past years.

Any U-46 teacher or staff member may apply for grants.  You may apply for more than one grant.

Grants are evaluated by the U-46 Educational Foundation’s Grants Committee using a rubric. Among other criteria, they look for how the project/program impacts the academic, social/emotional, or safety needs of students, and whether grants would impact/benefit marginalized student groups. 

Grants selected by the Grants Committee are also reviewed by District leadership to ensure that the project can be completed as described.  

Projects cannot violate FERPA or the IDEA Act or any standing District policies. It is in the best interest of the grant applicant to check with his or her supervisor before submitting a grant proposal in order to ensure that the grant idea can be completed as described. 

Grant recipients submit a receipt for items purchased, and receive reimbursement for these expenses.  If this is not the most feasible method for purchasing grant items, other arrangements can be made on a case by case basis. For example, the Foundation can prepare a check to be sent to a vendor that provides an invoice. Items can also be purchased using the Foundation’s Amazon.com account. We understand that grant purchasing isn’t a one-size-fits-all arrangement, and we will work with you. Final receipts or invoices must be submitted by the end of the school year in order to be paid/reimbursed.

Yes, grant funds apply only to the school year for which they are awarded. Unused grant funding does not roll over to subsequent school years. This includes funds that have not been requested with an invoice or receipt by the end of the school year and checks that have not been cashed within 90 days of being issued. Uncashed checks older than 90 days may be voided. 

Prior to filling out an application, be sure to check with your building administrator to ensure that your project can be completed as described.

If you are awarded a grant, you will be expected to complete an evaluation of your grant project, due at the end of the school year. Evaluations should include photos from your project/program. So don't forget to take pictures that reflect the purpose of your project! ALSO, if you include students in your photos, please indicate that they have a media release consent form on file at your school. The U-46 Foundation needs to know upfront if select photos can be used to promote the Foundation when fundraising, updating the website, and posting on social media.

The Foundation's funding comes from your generous support!   When U-46 employees, families, and community members donate to the Foundation, we use that money to fund these grants for our teachers and staff. Your support of Employee Giving Campaigns, Annual Appeals, #GivingTuesday, and more, makes these grants possible. Thank you! We couldn't do it without you.