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APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDINGDirections: Complete the cover sheet. The principal must sign the cover sheet. Send the cover sheet to [email protected] as a PDF.
Leave the unsigned cover sheet as the first page of the application. See the next page for further directions.DATE AMOUNT OF FUNDING REQUEST
PROJECT TITLE
CONTACT PERSON(S) EMAIL
SCHOOL:
PRINCIPAL’S ENDORSEMENT:As the building principal, I have reviewed this application. By signing this application, I indicate my support for the application and the project.
I also confirm that the resources requested in this application are not already accessible to the applicant.
__________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________Print Name Principal’s Signature
Our mission: The Southington Education Foundation, Inc. is committed to instilling a life-long love of learning in all children through innovative, creative learning experiences that expand upon existing educational opportunities. The foundation will partner with the community to secure resources, inspire excellence, and enrich student achievement.(Established 2009, Revised 2015)
APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDINGImportant: The grant committee will use a “blind” review process in evaluating each proposal. In
order to maintain the integrity of the process, DO NOT include the names of the applicants, schools, or other identifying features in the Grant Application below. Please submit a typed, complete
application electronically, including the unsigned cover page, in WORD format to [email protected] at any time of the year.
DIRECTIONS WHEN REQUESTING TECHNOLOGY:
1. When technology is requested, applicants must gain approval of the SPS Director of Technology to ensure that all equipment and technical aspects of program are compatible with the school network/equipment and that chosen technology is the most suitable, and cost-effective means of carrying out the project. Please submit a letter from the SPS Director of Technology with your application stating this.
2. Obtain district technology pricing from the SPS Director of Technology for inclusion in your budget. 3. Consider the computing hardware currently available in your school before submitting a request for
such equipment.
This Box is For Committee Use Only: Grant Number:
PROJECT TITLE:
AMOUNT OF FUNDING REQUEST:
GRADE LEVEL: (Place an X next to the grade level to be served by this grant award)
_____Preschool _____Elementary _____Middle School _____High School _____Other
SIGNIFICANCE: Explain why this project is important, what specific needs it will fulfill, and how it will advance teaching and learning.
ALIGNMENT: Describe how the project aligns with the SEF mission (see above), including a vision for increased S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) learning opportunities and/or developing 21st century skills (e.g., critical thinking,
This Box is For Committee Use Only: Grant Number:
PROJECT TITLE:
AMOUNT OF FUNDING REQUEST:
advanced communication and social skills, technology literacy, leadership) using innovative instructional approaches.
OBJECTIVES: List the primary objectives of the project.
PLAN OF ACTION: Describe how aforementioned objectives will be accomplished including timeline for implementation. (If your project is time sensitive, please indicate which weeks or months it will occur.)
IMPACT: List anticipated learner outcomes. Include how many and which students will be served (e.g., targeted groups of students in district, specific grade levels/department, or schools).
EVALUATION: Explain how the objectives and learner outcomes will be evaluated. Include intervals for measuring progress, as appropriate.
SUSTAINABILITY: Explain how the project will be sustained after SEF funds have been expended.
OUTREACH: Describe how SEF will be acknowledged when this project is introduced, published, or shared in educational presentations.
BUDGET: Provide detailed projected costs for research, site visits, instructional materials,
This Box is For Committee Use Only: Grant Number:
PROJECT TITLE:
AMOUNT OF FUNDING REQUEST:
equipment, and/or installation. Complete the budget table on the next page. All applicants are expected to submit an itemized budget.
BUDGET SUMMARY
Directions: Please fill in the top section of the table (Project Title, Amount Requested, and the Start and End Dates for the Budget). Then itemize your budget.
This Box is For Committee Use Only: Grant Number:
Project Title:
Amount Requested:
Start Date End DateBudget Period:
Itemized Expenses:List quantity, item name, cost per unit, total cost for quantityInclude shipping/handling costsProvide the TOTAL cost for all items at the bottom of the last columnQuantity Item Name Cost per Unit Total Cost for item
INCLUDE SHIPPING AND HANDLING COSTS
For further information, questions, or to submit an application, please contact [email protected].
Please anticipate confirmation of receipt within one week of submission. All applications will be reviewed on a regular basis. Applicants may be invited to present their thoughts/reasons for applying for the grant at an SEF grant committee meeting or at an SEF Executive Board meeting.
Thank you for your interest and support of the SEF mission. Through creative and innovative learning experiences student learning is enriched.
Application REV. 10.6.17; 5.30.18, 8.27.19
