For A List of This Year's Educational Grants That Were Awarded December 5, click here (Link)
Teachers:The Foundation’s criteria for funding grant applications give priority to projects which are repeatable, innovative and serve the greatest number of students. The Foundation strives to support a variety of educational projects which otherwise would not exist.
The routine has become familiar, and the students and teachers know as soon as they see the man in a tuxedo carrying balloons that this isn't a proposal, a 
singing birthday card or a promo for a movie -- it's the annual presentation of South Whidbey Schools Foundation innovative teaching grants.
The presentations create a buzz of excitement on every district campus with the surprise announcements of grants funding for purchase of scientific, photo and video equipment, music, art supplies,equipment, books and computer software.
The community partnership between the South Whidbey Schools and the South Whidbey Schools Foundation began when a group of concerned citizens realized an additional source of funding was necessary to encourage staff and students to extend the reach for excellence beyond the usual classroom experience.
The non-profit organization was formed in 1995 and receives tax-exempt donations from individuals and firms for use in programs to enrich the offerings of the South Whidbey School District. Almost $50,000 has been awarded since 1996 for innovative teaching programs.
The deadline for grant requests is October 21. Grants are announced in early November.
- cover page (for project information)
- Project Description
- Timeline/Budget
- Proposed evaluation and space for additional information
- Final Report - to be completed before the end of the school year
The Foundation awards grants once a year, in the Fall. The deadline for grant requests is early November with awards announced in December. The due date for the final grant report is usually in May.If you have questions about the grant process, please call a board member.