Funding Research Request (Classrooms/School Sites) Find Funding » Funding Research Request (Classrooms/School Sites) Funding Research Request - Classroom(s) or School Site(s) Name * First and Last Title * School site * Email * Preferred Phone Number * Do you have approval from your site administrator to pursue funding? * Yes Not yet You must have this approval prior to the Grants Office conducting a search. Instructions Grant application formats and questions vary, however there are usually five main components: Need/Problem Statement, Project or Program Descriptions, Data/Measuring Outcomes, Budget, and Sustainability. Answer the questions below as best you can so the Grant Writer can conduct a more effective search. There may also be a follow up conversation to discuss additional details. Need/Problem Statement: What problem are you trying to solve with your project or problem? (Note: not having supplies such as laptops, music instruments, etc. is not a need) * Think of the larger problem rather stating that you need something for your school or classroom. Project/Program Description: what activities will take place in your project or program? * Be sure to describe all components of your project or program and why they are important to solving your overall problem. Data/Measuring Outcomes: what data will you collect to show program success? How will you collect the data? What are the intended outcomes? * Most funders will want at least one report that shows how the project or program has improved your stated problem/need. Think about quantitative and qualitative data. Budget: think about what you will need for you project or program to be successful and provide the estimated total cost. List approximate costs based on your research and why each item is important. * Be sure to consider if there are shipping costs, taxes, etc. Assume that changes cannot be made to the budget once the application is submitted. Each grant budget has to include a percentage for indirect costs for the district which can be discussed further with the Grant Writer. Sustainability: how will your project or program continue once the grant period is over? * Most grant periods are 1 to 3 years so consider the lifespan of what you're purchasing and how you will obtain future funding to replace them. Writing that you will "continue to find grants to fund the program" is not an acceptable sustainability strategy. When do you want the funding to start? * Most grant application cycles take several months from the future application deadline to award decision and receipt of funds. It’s rare to find a grant opportunity, apply for it, and receive funding in a timeframe of less than 3-4 months. Submit If you are human, leave this field blank. This form is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
