[Greater Worcester Community Foundation](https://greaterworcester.org)

January 2027: Grant report due (required of prior-year FOLK grantees) (projected)

Up to $400 for individual projects, up to $800 for collaborative projects; must be spent within 18 months.

Supports innovative, student-focused projects by Killingly Public School educators to enhance curriculum and inspire engagement.

--- ## Description The Friends of Learning in Killingly (FOLK) Fund, managed by the Greater Worcester Community Foundation, provides grants to support innovative educational projects in Killingly Public Schools. Established by alumni, the fund aims to encourage creative curriculum enhancements, foster student participation, and inspire a love of learning. Grants are available for a wide variety of projects, including curriculum materials, experiential learning opportunities, new program pilots, and support for school clubs, with particular emphasis on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) fields. --- ## Due Dates - January 2027: Grant report due (required of prior-year FOLK grantees) (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Individual project grants: up to $400 - Collaborative project grants: up to $800 - Funds must be spent by the end of the next school year (up to 18 months from award) There is no limit to the number of applications an individual educator or school can submit. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be educators working in a Killingly Public School. - Projects must have direct student benefit, with priority for those emphasizing student participation. - Applicants must receive administrative approval for their project before applying. - Funds cannot be used for grants to individuals, scholarship funds, or capital expenses. - Prior-year FOLK grantees are required to submit a grant report to be eligible for future funding. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted online via the [Greater Worcester Community Foundation grants portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=greaterworcester). - First-time applicants must email [Sarah Shugrue](mailto:sshugrue@greaterworcester.org) to obtain an account. - Applicants must complete all sections of the application, including a narrative and a [budget form](https://stdidgreaterworcesteprod.blob.core.windows.net/greaterworcester/documents/FOLK-BUDGET-FORM.xls). - Prior-year grantees must complete and upload a [grant report form](https://stdidgreaterworcesteprod.blob.core.windows.net/greaterworcester/documents/FOLK-Fund-Grant-Report-2025-NB.docx). - All supporting materials (budgets, reports, attachments) must be uploaded through the portal. - For questions, applicants are encouraged to contact program staff for assistance. --- ## Additional Information - No overhead cap is specified; applicants are encouraged to request the true costs necessary for their project. - Multiple applications are permitted from the same educator or school. - Projects should align with FOLK Fund areas of interest, including curriculum enhancement, experiential learning, and STEAM initiatives. - All applicants are encouraged to attend the annual grantee reception if invited. --- ## External Links - [FOLK Fund Program Page](https://greaterworcester.org/for-non-profits/competitive-grant-opportunities/friends-of-learning-in-killingly-folk-fund) - [Applicant Resources](https://greaterworcester.org/for-non-profits/competitive-grant-opportunities/applicant-resources) - [How to Apply](https://greaterworcester.org/for-non-profits/competitive-grant-opportunities/applicant-resources/how-to-apply) - [FOLK Budget Form (XLS)](https://stdidgreaterworcesteprod.blob.core.windows.net/greaterworcester/documents/FOLK-BUDGET-FORM.xls) - [FOLK Grant Report Form (DOCX)](https://stdidgreaterworcesteprod.blob.core.windows.net/greaterworcester/documents/FOLK-Fund-Grant-Report-2025-NB.docx) - [FOLKtales Newsletter](https://stdidgreaterworcesteprod.blob.core.windows.net/greaterworcester/documents/FOLKtales2024-Reduced.pdf) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Title | Email | Phone | |---------------------|------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------|--------------| | Sarah Shugrue | Director of Grantmaking and Capacity Building | [sshugrue@greaterworcester.org](mailto:sshugrue@greaterworcester.org) | 508-755-0980 | | Jonathan Cohen | Vice President of Community Impact | [grants@greaterworcester.org](mailto:grants@greaterworcester.org) | 508-755-0980 |

Friends of Learning in Killingly (FOLK) Fund

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