​How to Apply for a Mini-Grant

The application process is short and straightforward. Click the button below to download and print the application below. 

 

Once complete, submit via email to Kathleen.

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For any questions or concerns please contact: Kathleen

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​Clear articulation of a good original teaching idea, along with its expected impact, are the basis of a successful application. 

Pre-approval by applicant’s principal is required for all proposed projects.

The deadline to apply is Monday, October 3.  Winners will be announced by DECEMBER (date TBA)

 

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2022 Mini-Grant Application

Mini Grant applications are NOW OPEN!!! The DEADLINE TO APPLY is OCTOBER 3, 2022. Winners will be announced by December, 2022

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

How are grants selected and approved for funding?

The Woodland Hills Foundation puts together a Selection Committee comprised of community representatives and WHF board members.  Awards are based on those grants judged as having the best overall quality, innovation of the idea, and the projected impact of the grant as presented in the proposal. The number of grants made is also influenced by the funds the WHF raises for the Mini-Grant Program. 

 

What happens after a Mini-Grant is awarded?

The awardee signs a Mini-Grant Agreement form, and then WHF issues a grant check directly to him or her.  Awardees must complete their projects by the end of the current school year and then submit an Expense Report (including receipts for all expenditures) and a simple Project Report (typically with a few photos and/or samples of student work).  Any undocumented funds or any unspent balance of the grant must be returned to the WHF to be used towards future Mini-Grants.

 

Who can answer questions about Mini-Grants?

Kathleen may be contacted at kathleen.whfoundation@gmail.com or Mary may be contacted at mary.whfoundation@gmail.com; and both would be happy to answer any questions about Mini-Grants and the application process.

 

Tips for Completing a Successful Mini-Grant Application:

 

DO:

• Succinctly describe the overall intent of your mini-grant project in a sentence or two.  Then elaborate to add to reviewers’ understanding and appreciation of the project.

• Articulate how the project is innovative, creative and/or multi-disciplinary.  How will the project enhance or add a new dimension to the required curriculum?

• Think of ways the project might involve your students with other students in the school or district, family or community members.  Will there be a presentation, a celebration or a performance at the conclusion of the project?  Will students prepare an exhibit, an audio or video tape or other lasting documentation to share the project?

• Discuss your ideas with your principal early in the planning process.  Pre-approval by a building’s principal is required for all proposed projects. The principal will be contacted by the foundation upon the receipt of your proposal.

• Consider a joint proposal with a colleague.   What different skills or expertise might he or she bring to enhance the effort and broaden the impact?

• Describe how you will measure the success and impact of the project.

• Plan a realistic schedule.  Projects must be complete by the end of the current school year.  Remember that a brief final project report and expense report will be expected.

• Prepare a realistic budget.  Document proposed costs. 

• Prepare your online application using the link above. Save completed application and email it to minigrant.whfoundation@gmail.com. If needed, you may mail the application to WHF, PO Box 321, Turtle Creek, PA  15145.

• Meet the deadline which is October 30th. Online submissions must be time stamped on or before the deadline date.  

 

DON’T:

• Don’t simply repeat past successes.  Try new ideas or take build upon past successes to move the concept to a new level.

• Don’t apply with a project that is already in progress.  Mini-Grants are not retroactive.

• Don’t propose standard field trips as projects.  Innovative excursions with modest transportation costs can be included as an essential part of the project.

• Don’t include costs for purchasing “souvenirs” (t-shirts or hats) or prizes/awards.

• Don’t include costs for materials that should be provided by the school district (text books, calculators or standard supplies).

• Don’t hesitate to contact Kathleen Good at kathleen.whfoundation@gmail.com with any questions you have about the application process.