InstaGrants

CSF awards InstaGrants to fund smaller, innovative ideas that can be implemented quickly during the current school year without requiring significant implementation support.

Eligibility

• Ideas for grant applications originate from Chappaqua teachers, administrators, parents and students
• Must be innovative ideas costing $2,500 or less
• Must not require significant implementation support
• Initiatives must take place during the school day
• Must impact a significant number of students
• Must not be fundable through the school district budget

Geographic Scope

• Limited to six Chappaqua schools:
  • Horace Greeley High School
  • Seven Bridges Middle School
  • Robert E. Bell Middle School
  • Westorchard Elementary School
  • Roaring Brook Elementary School
  • Douglas Grafflin Elementary School

Application Timeline

• Review Process: Applications are reviewed and approved throughout the school year
• Implementation: Fast track review allows implementation during the current school year

Contact

• Email: connect@chappaquaschoolfoundation.org
• Website: chappaquaschoolfoundation.org

Example Funded Projects

• Grafflin Kindergarten Multicultural InstaGrant - $2,507.85
• Bell Middle School Music Recording & Reflection
• Grafflin Hydroponics Tower System
• Roaring Brook 1st Grade Flexible Library Space
• Horace Greeley Pollinator Garden Tools
• Douglas Grafflin Physical Educations Snowshoes

How to Apply for InstaGrants

Detailed application instructions are available on the "Apply for a Grant" page on the Chappaqua School Foundation website. The process involves:

• Application Period: Rolling - applications accepted throughout the school year
• Review Process: Fast track review compared to Traditional Grants
• Implementation: Approved grants can be implemented during the current school year

For complete step-by-step instructions and required materials, visit the Foundation's "Apply for a Grant" page.