BEYOND PENCILS & CRAYONS GRANTS (Marathon County)
Beyond Pencils & Crayons Grants fund innovative, curriculum-enhancing projects by Marathon County K–12 teachers to enrich education and foster classroom engagement.
Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin
Due Dates: September 30, 2026 (Application deadline; recurring annual deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 per grant; projects must be completed within the current school year.
Summary: Supports Marathon County K–12 teachers in launching creative, curriculum-enhancing projects that enrich education and foster community.
Key Information: Only K–12 teachers in Marathon County schools are eligible; projects must not be typically funded through district budgets.
Description
The Beyond Pencils & Crayons Grants program, offered by the Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin, is designed to support K–12 teachers in Marathon County who wish to implement innovative and creative projects that enhance their curriculum. The grant aims to enrich the educational experience for students and educators, motivate classroom engagement, and foster a sense of community. Projects should demonstrate educational value, address a specific need, be cost-effective, and provide opportunities not usually funded by school district budgets.
