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APPLY FOR A GRANT

HOW TO APPLY FOR AN NKSF GRANT

Fall 2024-2025 Grant Application Information

Due: September 18, 2024

Introduction

The North Kitsap Schools Foundation is accepting grant applications for the following areas of emphasis:

  • Programs and/or materials that deepen and enrich student learning experiences in all subjects.

  • Innovative STEM/CTE/STEAM programs and/or equipment.

  • Innovative programs that provide direct support to students who are underperforming.

All applications should enhance and support the North Kitsap School District core curriculum and strategic goals.

Note

Maximum award per classroom is $5,000. Grant applications that include more than one classroom or school can exceed $5,000 and will be considered. Please be specific about the number of classrooms/teachers or schools that will be included in the grant request and clear in how the expenses are calculated for the grant. All grant monies are to be used by the end of the school year in which they are awarded, and expenditures coordinated with the school office manager.

Conditions for Grant Awards Recipients

Grant recipients are required to complete the NKSF Grant Impact Summary detailing results of the grant-funded program no later than June 1st of the current school year. Find the form at www.nkschoolsfoundation.org. Failure to complete the summary may impact eligibility for future awards. The summary may be shared with donors to show them the results of their gift.

In addition, NKSF requests grant recipients also make best efforts to:

  • Collect and submit pictures, videos and other artifacts related to the grant’s implementation for display at Foundation events, social media, and shared with donors and supporters.

  • Publicize their use of the grant and provide evidence of how the grant-funded program was promoted to the school community.

Steps For Submission

  1. Complete the North Kitsap School District Grant Approval Form and the North Kitsap Schools Foundation Grant Application.

  2. Review the checklist and application with your principal and affirm their approval in the appropriate location on the checklist.

    • Technology requests must be approved separately, prior to submitting. If a technology related request is not pre-approved, the grant application will fail the review process. Complete a Technology Request Form so that any technical needs can be aligned with the current systems.

    • Ensure any bids received to calculate the cost of your grant request has an expiration date after the date you expect to order materials or services.

    • IMPORTANT: Your school principal’s signature is required on the NKSD Grant Approval form prior to submitting your application. Please allow enough time to get required principal approval and submit before the deadline.​​

  3. ​Scan and email the completed NKSD Grant Approval and NKSF Grant Application to the North Kitsap School District offices (nksfgrants@nkschools.org).

    • ​​Submit an electronic copy only. Paper copies will not be accepted. Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.

  4. Grant applications will be reviewed by the District Service Council for compliance with the district’s mission and core curriculum.

The North Kitsap Schools Foundation follows North Kitsap School District guidelines related to district level approval for specific types of grant applications.  There are no restrictions on types of grants that will be considered but it is recommended that an applicant seek pre-approval before starting an application if there are any questions.

Please send questions to grants@nkschoolsfoundation.org

Timeline

Grant Submissions Due: September 18, 2024
District Grants Review and Approval: October 4, 2024

Foundation Grants Review and Approval: October 14, 2024 (NKSF board meeting)

Foundation Submission to District Finance: October 18, 2024

Grants Announced to Applicants: November 1, 2024

Due to staff shortage, Grant Announcements may be delayed to November 8th

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