[Saginaw Community Foundation](https://www.saginawfoundation.org)

November 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

Up to $1,500 per project; typically for one academic year

Supports Saginaw County educators in developing innovative educational projects that enhance student engagement and learning beyond standard school budgets.

--- ## Description This program provides competitive mini-grants to Pre-K–12 educators and instructional staff in Saginaw County, Michigan, enabling them to design and implement creative educational projects that fall outside traditional school budgets. The grant aims to engage students of all learning styles, foster subject understanding, spark curiosity, and build confidence in learning. For educators, it encourages the development and sharing of innovative teaching methods, creation of dynamic classroom environments, and professional growth. Projects are evaluated based on their impact on students, alignment with curriculum, innovation, sustainability, and enhancement of educator skills and resources. Grantees must report project outcomes and may be invited to present their work to the advisory committee. --- ## Due Dates - November 2026 (anticipated/projected full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum grant award: $1,500 per project - Funding is intended for projects implemented within one academic year - Only one grant will be awarded per individual per year --- ## Eligibility - Open to all Pre-K–12 educators and instructional staff in Saginaw County, Michigan - Multiple applications may be submitted, but only one grant per individual per year - Projects must supplement the school curriculum and cannot be funded by existing school budgets - Not eligible: facilities renovation, religious activities or teachings, non-academic projects, trips outside the region, tuition for special classes, “bag of books” projects, accelerated reading/math programs, sound systems, or interactive whiteboards --- ## Application Process - Contact the program officer to obtain a required proposal number before submitting an application - Submit a completed application form, including: - Project narrative (max two single-spaced pages), covering purpose, impact, implementation/timeline, and evaluation - Detailed budget and sources of revenue/expenses - Any supporting documentation for expenses - Applications may be submitted via email, fax, or mail to the Saginaw Community Foundation - Grantees are required to submit a final report by July 1 following project completion and may be asked to present their project to the advisory committee --- ## Additional Information - Projects should emphasize innovation and direct student impact, rather than basic technology purchases or facility needs - Equipment (e.g., cameras, tablets) or field trips may be included if integral to the project’s educational goals, but should not be the primary focus - Grant recipients must demonstrate how the project cannot be funded by existing school resources --- ## External Links - [Program Page: Grants for Excellence](https://www.saginawfoundation.org/grants-for-excellence) - [Grant Application Form (PDF)](https://saginawfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Grants-for-Excellence-Application-Form-2025-2026-DRAFT.pdf) - [Saginaw Community Foundation Homepage](https://www.saginawfoundation.org) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Email | Phone | Address | |----------------|-----------------|-----------------------------------------------|-----------------|------------------------------------------| | Chamika Ford | Program Officer | [chamika@saginawfoundation.org](mailto:chamika@saginawfoundation.org) | (989) 755-0545 | 1 Tuscola, Suite 100B, Saginaw, MI 48607 | General inquiries: [info@saginawfoundation.org](mailto:info@saginawfoundation.org) ---

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