How much funding does Grant Allocation Request Program provide?

Funding amounts vary. Check the grant details for specifics.

When is the deadline for Grant Allocation Request Program?

The deadline is September 15, 2026.

Grant Allocation Request Program

REDWOOD HIGH SCHOOL FOUNDATION

Foundation Semi-annual Grants for K-12 Schools Grants for Education Academic Enrichment Grants STEM Education Grants

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Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

September 15, 2026

160 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Grant Allocation Request Program

Status: Active funding program for Redwood High School

Geographic Scope: Redwood High School only

Overview: Working in collaboration with Redwood High School, the Foundation raises funds to provide critical resources that make the school exceptional and benefit ALL Redwood students. The Foundation Allocation Committee reviews grant proposals from Redwood staff and students each Fall and Spring.

Focus Areas

Academics
Arts
Student support
Athletics
Campus improvements

Previous Grant Examples

Guest speakers and instructors
Instructional materials
Classroom furniture
Technology upgrades
Departmental supplies
Equipment (calculators, cameras, drones, welders, laser cutters, etc.)
Field trips and educational experiences
Student support programs and interns

What RHSF Does NOT Fund

Field Trips: Individual field trip requests should go directly to Principal Payne (annual field trip grant available)
Professional Development: Individual requests should go to Principal Payne (annual PD grant available)
Clubs: Individual club requests should go through ASB (RHSF previously approved doubling of ASB club funds)
Food: Individual classroom celebrations or student group social gatherings
Swag/Merchandise: Sweatshirts or RHS branded items that students keep
Gift Cards: Cannot be purchased through budget office

Grant Review Process

1. RHSF allocations executive team and administration conduct initial review assessing alignment, feasibility, and alternative funding availability 2. Qualifying applications are presented to the committee for review 3. Each grant reviewed on individual merit with emphasis on education/well-being impact and number of students impacted 4. Committee votes on each grant 5. Committee Chairs present recommendations to Executive Board 6. Executive Board votes to fund grants 7. Approved funds are immediately disbursed to school and managed by budget secretary

Note: Some requests may be delayed, partially funded, or denied depending on available funds.

Requirements Before Submitting

Carefully consider projects with greatest benefit to Redwood community
Prepare detailed budget information including all expenditures (including shipping, handling, sales tax)
Explore availability of funds from other sources
For technology requests: review TUHSD IT Standards
For classroom/departmental requests: get pre-approval from department head
For common area campus impact: get pre-approval from Saum Zargar

How to Apply

Grant Application Process

Grant Cycles:

Fall Cycle: Open for two weeks at beginning of September

- Committee reviews mid-October
- Board votes beginning of November
- Funds approved for immediate use

Spring Cycle: Open for two weeks at beginning of March

Application Steps

1. Receive grant application emailed to all RHS staff at start of each grant cycle 2. Complete application with all required information 3. Submit application during open grant cycle window 4. Application reviewed by RHSF executive team and administration 5. Committee presents to Executive Board for voting 6. Applicant notified of approval/partial funding/denial