Principal's Emergency Fund
Funding Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Principal's Emergency Fund
Overview: Addresses critical needs by allowing principals and educators to quickly assist low-income students with urgent basic necessities.
- Established: November 2021
- Initial Launch: Six elementary schools in Renton School District
- Current Scope: All elementary schools in Renton School District
- Founders: Bob and Kerry Hodges
Background
- Renton School District, Washington (elementary schools)
Geographic Scope
- Individual donors
- First Financial NW Foundation
- Renton Regional Community Foundation CARES Fund
Funding Sources
- Clothing and shoes
- Public transportation
- Minor repairs to family vehicles
- Eyeglasses
- Prescription medications
- Fees for extracurricular programs
- Temporary housing for families
- Other urgent basic necessities
What This Fund Supports
- Low-income students in Renton School District elementary schools
- Identified by principals, teachers, counselors, and support staff
Eligibility
- Contact through Renton Schools Foundation
Contact
How to Apply
Application Process
Applications are submitted through school principals and educators who identify students with urgent needs. The process is designed to be quick and responsive to student circumstances.
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