Who
Public and private school teachers and counselors in Oceana County are eligible to apply. You can only submit one application, and grants are limited to one per classroom and one per teacher per school year.
What
Grants can be up to $250 for specific projects or programs including: program enhancement that meets curriculum guidelines, expanding an already existing unit, student awards, special events, professional development, artists in residence and parent involvement programs.
Grants are not awarded for basic, everyday supplies. YAC does not typically fund field trips, iPads, or school store projects.
When
Applications are due by midnight on September 18th this year. Grant awards are distributed in early October.
How
Teacher mini-grant applications are submitted in our grant portal, GoApply – click here to apply.
An evaluation and photos will be required for each and every mini-grant that is funded. Please read the instructions below prior to creating your registration, or completing the application.
Teacher Mini-Grant Application Instructions
Teacher Mini-Grant Application Sample
Final Grant Report
Final Grant Reports are due at the end of the school year after the award is made. The Final Grant Report can be completing through the same GoApply portal and credentials with which you applied.
Questions?
Send an email to Hannah Naples or call the office at 231-869-3377
Past Grant Awards
2023 Teacher Mini-Grant
2022 Teacher Mini-Grants
2021 Teacher Mini Grants
2020 Teacher Mini Grants fall round
2019 Teacher Mini-Grants fall round
2019 Teacher Mini-Grants spring round
2018 Teacher Mini-Grants fall round
2018 Teacher Mini-Grants spring round