Rise Up! Grant Program

Geographic Scope: Dr. MLK Jr. Academy (Sausalito, CA area)

Eligibility: Grant requests are open to all administrators, teachers and staff at Dr. MLK Jr. Academy

Funding Focus:

• Projects that directly benefit students
• Educational initiatives and programs
• School-based improvements and resources

What They Fund:

• Educational programs and resources that directly benefit students
• Projects demonstrating clear educational value
• Initiatives with demonstrated fiduciary responsibility

What They Do NOT Fund:

• Basic educational needs (paper, pencils, etc.)
• Basic cleaning supplies (paper towels, Clorox wipes, etc.)
• Maintenance service requests
• Facilities improvements or schedule changes

Application Guidelines

• Grant requests must directly benefit students
• Requests should be clear, thoughtful and well researched
• Must demonstrate fiduciary responsibility
• Applicant must carefully research and substantiate the grant amount requested
• If granted, applicant agrees to accomplish/implement stated goals within the limits of the award
• Applicant must demonstrate follow-through and complete implementation within specified timeframe

Important Notes

• All funding decisions made by the Board of Directors on a rolling basis
• Foundation consults with SMCSD administration to avoid funding projects already budgeted by the district
• First step: Contact Principal Amy Hale to verify if district funding is available
• Basic needs and maintenance requests should be directed to campus administrator

Contact Information

Address: P.O. Box 2925, Sausalito, CA 94966

Organization: Rise Up! 94965 Foundation - 501(c)(3) Non-profit organization

Tax ID: #33-1066498

Grant Application Process

1. Pre-application Step: Contact Principal Amy Hale first to determine if district funding is available through SMCSD
2. Submit Application: Complete the Grant Application Form
3. Review: Funding decisions made by Board of Directors on a rolling basis
4. Upon Award: Commit to accomplishing/implementing stated goals within the specified timeframe and grant award limits

Application Requirements

• Clear, thoughtful, and well-researched proposal
• Demonstration of fiduciary responsibility
• Substantiated grant amount request with careful research
• Evidence of how project will directly benefit students

Required Materials

Specific required documents not detailed in provided content. See application form for complete requirements.

Submission Information

• Application Portal/Form: Available at grant application page
• Email: info@riseup94965foundation.org
• Mailing Address: P.O. Box 2925, Sausalito, CA 94966