How much funding does REF Grant Program provide?

REF Grant Program provides $30,000 - $40,000 (total annual pool; individual grants vary) in funding.

When is the deadline for REF Grant Program?

The deadline is November 1, 2026.

REF Grant Program

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Funding Amount

$30,000 - $40,000 (total annual pool; individual grants vary)

Deadline

November 1, 2026

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Grant Type

foundation

Overview

REF Grant Program

Overview: The Rye Education Foundation (REF) provides grants to support innovative educational projects in the Rye School District (NH, US).

Geographic Scope: Rye School District, New Hampshire

Eligibility:

Any teacher, staff member, or school representative of the Rye School District

All grant requests must be approved by the applicable school's principal

Technology-related grants or grants placing demands on network resources must also be reviewed by the technology coordinator

Focus Areas (with preference given to):

Curriculum enhancement in core content areas and foreign language

Arts, music, and drama

Physical education and "real world" learning

Projects using innovative teaching methods and curricula that promote creative thinking and leadership skills

Projects benefiting the greatest number of students

Projects with potential benefits extending more than one school year

Projects encouraging partnerships and collaboration among educators, students, parents, and community

Funding Details:

REF generally has $30,000 to $40,000 per year in available grant funding

Individual grant amounts vary (see Past Grants)

Grants may receive full or partial funding

REF may receive more worthy proposals than it can fund and may encourage resubmission in a subsequent cycle

Award Notification: Applicants will be notified of grant awards no later than six weeks after submission

Contact: refgrantscommittee@gmail.com

How to Apply

Application Process

Submission Deadlines:

November 1 for winter/spring implementation

April 1 for the following fall implementation

How to Apply:

Applications must be submitted to the REF Grants Committee by the deadline dates

Applications are submitted using the REF website

Required Application Materials:

Completors must submit a completed REF Grant Application that includes:
1. Project title
2. Project rationale (Why is the project needed?)
3. Project's goals and outcomes
4. A plan to achieve the goals and outcomes
5. Whom the project will serve
6. A realistic/cost-effective budget
7. Evaluation criteria

Pre-Submission Requirements:

All grant requests must be approved by the applicable school's principal prior to submission

Technology-related grants or grants placing demands on network resources must also be reviewed by the technology coordinator

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Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

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