Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle
Annual
Tracked since
April 2026

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Overview

The Quest for Excellence mini-grants support the Foundation's and District's goal of increasing student learning and provide annual grants that enhance learning experiences fostering academic development.

Purpose:

  • Inspire teachers/administrators to experiment with tools and techniques beyond conventional textbooks and District funding provisions
  • Support educational initiatives that go beyond standard district resources

Geographic Scope: Scottsdale Unified School District (Arizona)

Impact: More than $350,000 awarded since 2008

Alignment: Requests must align with the strategic goals of the district

How to Apply

Application Process

  1. Contact SUSD Foundation with preliminary information about your initiative
  2. Submit details about your proposed project/program
  3. SUSD Foundation Board of Directors reviews each request at monthly board meetings
  4. Board ensures requests align with district's strategic goals
  5. Applicants will be updated promptly on decision

Note: The Foundation encourages applicants to use their imagination and work collaboratively to support educational excellence in Scottsdale schools.

What Scottsdale Unified School District Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025
2
Total given
$128K
Median grant
$64K
Range
$39K–$89K
  • By dollars: Arizona 100%. Top recipient cities: Scottsdale, AZ.

Example grants

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    $39K

IRS Form 990, 2025. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Education
  • Teachers
  • Academic enrichment
  • K-12 schools

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