[Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation](https://berkshiretaconic.org)

October 14, 2026 | October 15, 2026

Awards typically range from $100 to $2,500 per project; most grants average around $1,000.

Supports innovative educational projects that enrich the learning experience of Chatham Central School District students and teachers.

Applicants must obtain principal sign-off for all proposals.

--- ## Description The Chatham Education Foundation, administered through the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation, provides annual grant funding to support creative, innovative, and enriching educational projects for students and teachers in the Chatham Central School District. The Foundation aims to supplement district resources by encouraging projects that generate excitement about learning, with a focus on both the arts and humanities as well as projects across all disciplines. Awards are intended to act as a catalyst for new ideas and thoughtful experimentation in education. --- ## Due Dates - October 14, 2026: Annual application deadline (applications accepted year-round until this date) - October 15, 2026: Full application deadline (as listed on Berkshire Taconic) --- ## Funding Amount - Grants typically range from $100 to $2,500 per project - Most awards average approximately $1,000 - Funding can be used for materials, travel, project costs, and associated expenses --- ## Eligibility - Open to teachers, students, administrators, visiting artists, scholars, community members, and cultural or educational institutions - Projects must benefit Chatham Central School District students and teachers - Funding is for projects not otherwise supported by the district’s budget - All applicants (including teachers) must obtain a sign-off from the principal of the school where the project will take place - Non-district applicants must also obtain a sign-off from a school representative - The Foundation does not fund organizations that discriminate based on age, race, national origin, ethnicity, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or religious belief --- ## Application Process - Applications are accepted online via the [Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation grant portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=berkshire) - The application is available year-round until the annual October 14 deadline - All proposals must include a project description, learning goals, budget, and information on additional funding or in-kind support, if applicable - Review criteria include project excellence, potential impact, and feasibility - Applications are reviewed by the Chatham Education Foundation Governing Board, with final approval by the Berkshire Taconic Board of Directors --- ## Additional Information - Both new and previously funded projects are encouraged to apply - Preference is given to projects with significant impact on the school community - Grant cycles are annual, and decisions are typically made after the October deadline --- ## External Links - [Chatham Education Foundation Grant Guidelines & Application](https://berkshiretaconic.org/grants/chatham-education-foundation) - [Chatham Education Foundation – How to Apply](https://www.chathameducationfoundation.com/grants/how-to-apply/) - [Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Grant Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=berkshire) - [Chatham Education Foundation Main Site](https://www.chathameducationfoundation.com) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Email | Phone | |---------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------|---------------| | General Inquiries (Berkshire Taconic) | [info@berkshiretaconic.org](mailto:info@berkshiretaconic.org) | 413.229.0370 | | Grants Assistance | [grants@berkshiretaconic.org](mailto:grants@berkshiretaconic.org) | | | CEF Chairperson (Judith Matthews) | [judi.m.matthews@gmail.com](mailto:judi.m.matthews@gmail.com) | |

Chatham Education Foundation

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