Williamston Schools Foundation Teacher/Staff Grants

The Williamston Schools Foundation awards grants that supplement and enhance the curriculum within Williamston Community Schools. Since 1981, the foundation has provided more than $1.6 million to support unique and innovative educational projects.

Geographic Scope: Williamston Community Schools, Michigan

Eligible Applicants: Teachers and staff at Williamston Community Schools

Focus Areas: The foundation has historically funded projects in:

• Creative Arts ($592,332 total)
• College Scholarships ($100,518 total)
• Language Arts ($58,273 total)
• Life Skills ($25,963 total)
• Math & Science ($129,572 total)
• Physical Fitness ($113,552 total)
• Social Studies ($208,949 total)
• Technology ($219,185 total)
• STEM, elementary literacy, special needs reading, blended learning

Funding History: Over 44 years, WSF has provided $1.8 million to schools. On average, WSF provides more than $40,000 in grants annually.

Requirements:

• All grant applications must be supported and signed by the building principal and project leader
• Applications reviewed by WSF grants committee using a grant evaluation scorecard
• Final report required after project completion

Schools Served:

• Williamston High School
• Williamston Middle School
• Explorer Elementary School
• Discovery Elementary School

Contact Information:

• Phone: 517-655-7513
• Email: wsf@williamstonschoolsfoundation.org
• Mailing: P.O. Box 70, Williamston, MI 48895

Application Process

1. Online Submission: Applicants are encouraged to apply online using the online form
2. Hard Copy Required: A hard copy of the application with signatures from the building principal and project leader must be delivered to the foundation
3. Review: All applications are reviewed by the WSF grants committee using a grant evaluation scorecard
4. Reporting: A final report is required after project completion

Required Documents

• Williamston Schools Foundation Grant Application
• Williamston Schools Foundation Grant Score Card
• Williamston Schools Foundation Grant Final Report
• Principal signature
• Project leader signature

Questions

Contact the foundation coordinator with any questions about the application process.