Helping Hand Grant
Funding Amount
Up to $1,000
Deadline
September 30, 2026
4 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Helping Hand Grant
Overview: Helping Hand Grants lend a "helping hand" in the form of funds to implement a small-scale project in the classroom and/or school that enhances student learning experiences.
- Who can apply: All educators employed by Barrington 220 District 220 who are involved in the instruction of students, club sponsors, or any related support services benefiting students
Eligibility
- Maximum request amount: $1,000 per grant
- Geographic scope: Barrington 220 School District (Illinois)
Funding
- Encourage curiosity
- Inspire students' passion for learning
- Provide enriching opportunities
- Enhance student learning experiences
Project Criteria
Projects should:- Application period for 2025-2026: Closed (awarded in November 2025)
- Next application period: Fall 2026
- Contact: Lori Madison, Grants Committee Lead
- Organization contact: Mary Dale, Executive Director at execdirector@220foundation.org
Additional Information
- Applicants may apply for both Helping Hand and Impact Grants, but not for the same project
- Detailed criteria and requirements available in application materials
Notes
How to Apply
How to Apply
1. Eligibility confirmation: Verify you are an educator employed by Barrington 220 District
2. Review requirements: Check detailed information for Helping Hand Grants criteria and restrictions
3. Prepare application materials: Gather required documentation (details in application portal)
4. Submit application: Complete application during designated application period
5. Review process: Grant Review Committee reviews applications on a competitive basis
6. Award notification: Selected grants recommended to Barrington 220 Educational Foundation Trustees for approval
- Application period: Fall 2026 (exact dates to be announced)
- Award announcement: November 2026
Timeline for 2025-2026 Cycle
- You may apply for both Helping Hand and Impact Grants, but not for the same project
- See detailed criteria and requirements in application materials
Notes
What Barrington 220 Educational actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2025
- Grants in 2025
- 1
- Total given
- $330K
- Median grant
- $330K
- By dollars: Illinois 100%. Top recipient cities: Barrington, IL.
Example grants
Barrington 220 School District · Barrington, IL
Fund programs
$330K
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