Funding Amount

Up to $230,000+ (300+ grants awarded annually)

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Classroom Grants

Geographic Scope: Berkeley Unified School District (BUSD), Berkeley, CA

Program Status: Active and ongoing since 1984

Overview:
Classroom Grants have been a staple of Berkeley public school classrooms since 1984. The program provides funding for innovative and creative classroom projects initiated by teachers.

Eligible Projects:

  • Small projects requesting consumable classroom supplies

  • Single field trips

  • Innovative ideas including socio-emotional training

  • STEM curriculum development

  • Literacy materials and programs

  • Play-based learning materials

  • Arts and cultural programs

  • Science curriculum and materials
  • Award Amount:
    In 2014-15, the program awarded over $230,000 to 292 grants. Approximately 300+ applications are reviewed annually.

    Review Criteria:
    Grants Committee reviews applications for:

  • Creativity

  • Budget detail

  • Overall impact
  • Contact Information:

  • Email: info@schoolsfund.berkeley.net

  • Phone: 510.644.6244

  • Address: PO Box 2066, Berkeley, CA 94702

  • Office: 2020 Bonar Street, Suite 130, Berkeley, CA 94702
  • Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    k-12-schoolsteachersstem-educationartsliteracyacademic-enrichment

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