You & Me Community Grant

You & Me Community Grant

Funder: Arcadia Educational Foundation (AEF)

Geographic Scope: Arcadia community, California

Award Amounts:

Up to $1,000 for individual applicants

Up to $2,500 for group projects

Deadline: October 14, 2026 (annual)

Program Overview

The You & Me Community Grant Program was made possible by a generous $100,000 donation, which AEF is allocating over a 10-year period. This fund was established to support meaningful projects that combine learning with community service. Each year, AEF reviews proposals and awards funding to eligible educational projects that benefit the Arcadia community.

Funded projects may include:

One-time events

Year-long programs

Multi-year initiatives

Who Can Apply

• AUSD students (individuals or groups)
• School counselors
• School clubs
• Classes
• PTSAs

Eligibility Requirements

Each project must include:
• An educational component
• Support for or benefit to the Arcadia community
• Sustainability features (preferred)

Application Requirements

• Completed application form
• Adult sponsor (required)

Reporting Requirements

• A final report is required upon project completion
• For multi-year projects, progress reports must be submitted at least once per school year

Contact

info@ArcadiaEdFoundation.org

Application Process

1. Complete the application form
2. Secure an adult sponsor
3. Submit by October 14, 2026

Required Materials

• Completed application form
• Adult sponsor
• Project details including:
- Educational component - How the project supports or benefits the Arcadia community - Sustainability features (if applicable)

Reporting Requirements

• Final report upon project completion
• Progress reports (for multi-year projects) at least once per school year

Submission

For application form and more information, visit the grant page or contact: info@ArcadiaEdFoundation.org