Anchorage Schools Foundation Project Grants

The Anchorage Schools Foundation Project Grants support innovative educational projects within the Anchorage School District, inviting applications from school professionals. Grants typically range from $100 to $750 and should impact multiple students. Awards are made in late November, with projects to be completed in the academic year. Eligible applicants must work at the school where the project occurs, and principal authorization is required. Final reporting is due a year after the award.

Description
The Anchorage Schools Foundation was created to support activities that enhance students’ success in the Anchorage School District. School professionals are invited to apply, including principals, teachers, nurses, counselors, administrators, and certified staff. Projects should reflect an innovative or creative approach to education; impact multiple students; and be completed within the current academic year.
Award Size
Typical grant awards range from $100 – $750.
Project Period
Awards are ideally made in late November, and grant funds are sent out in late December. Projects should be planned, and funds spent for the school year’s 3rd and/or 4th quarter. Final reporting is due a year after the award date. Extensions may be requested, but teachers are not eligible to re-apply for funding if they have an active project underway.

Eligibility

The applicant must work at the school where the grant project activities occur. The authorizing official of the school should be the principal. The ASD Grants Office requires a copy of all grant applications.