WEF General Grants (Spring Cycle)

The Westerville Education Foundation offers grant funding for innovative and creative projects that enhance education for students in Westerville City Schools.

Geographic Scope: Westerville City Schools, Ohio

Eligibility:

• Teachers, staff, and students of Westerville City Schools are eligible to apply

Focus Areas:

• Innovative educational projects
• Creative learning experiences
• Student enrichment programs
• Examples include: STEM initiatives, arts programs, literacy projects, social-emotional learning, intercultural understanding, outdoor learning, media production

Award Examples:
Past grants have ranged from $500 to $7,800+ (2020 Fall cycle totaled $24,667 across 11 proposals)

Background:

• Westerville Education Foundation has been funding innovation in education since 1993
• Tax-exempt charitable organization (tax ID: 31-1400718) under Section 501(c)(3)
• Community-supported through sponsors and donors

Application Process

Timeline:

• Spring cycle deadline: Information posted in spring on website
• Fall cycle also available

Required Materials:

1. Completed grant application form
2. Required photo of applicant or applicant group
3. Optional: Short video explaining the project or demonstrating the proposed initiative

Submission Format:

• Submit via website application portal
• All materials must be received by stated deadline time
• Late submissions not accepted

Eligibility:

• Open to teachers, staff, and students of Westerville City Schools

Support Available:

• FAQ resources available on website
• Foundation staff available to help with partnerships or application questions