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

October 15, 2026

Awards range from $100 to $2,500 per project; fund typically covers up to 75% of direct costs for pilot projects and up to 50% for established projects.

Supports projects that enrich arts and humanities experiences for students and teachers in the Ichabod Crane Central School District.

--- ## Description This opportunity provides funding for projects that enhance and enrich the experience of arts and humanities for students and teachers in the Ichabod Crane Central School District. The fund is designed to promote educational excellence through support for a wide range of initiatives, including independent study, new programs, creative extracurricular projects, visiting speakers, artists-in-residence, professional development, library resources, and class field trips. The arts and humanities are broadly defined to include all cultural and humanities disciplines, and preference is given to activities taking place within the school community. The fund aims to support high-quality, impactful, and well-conceived projects that go beyond what is supported by state and local funds. --- ## Due Dates - October 15, 2026: Grant application deadline for Ichabod Crane Central School District Arts and Humanities Fund --- ## Funding Amount - Individual awards typically range from $100 to $2,500 per project. - The fund will provide up to 75% of direct costs for pilot projects and up to 50% for established projects. - Funding amount may be adjusted based on the number of applications and funds available. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants may include students, teachers, administrators, parents, families, and community members proposing projects that benefit the Ichabod Crane Central School District. - Organizations serving the school community are also eligible. - Projects must enhance arts and humanities experiences for students and teachers. - Grants will not replace public funding for the school district. - Preference is given to activities within the school community. - Organizations that discriminate based on age, race, national origin, ethnicity, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or religious belief are not eligible. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted online via the [Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation grant portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=berkshire). - Applicants should clearly describe the project's quality, impact, and feasibility. - For previously funded projects, submission of a follow-up report is required before reapplying. - The Kinderhook Central School Education Foundation reviews applications and recommends funding to the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation board for final approval. - The board may adjust funding amounts as appropriate. --- ## Additional Information - Grants can be used for materials, travel, and associated project costs. - Examples of funded projects include visiting artists, art department projects, field trips, coding and robotics, and library resources. - Recent grants (2024) ranged from $815 to $2,500 per project. --- ## External Links - [Program Page: Ichabod Crane Central School District Arts and Humanities Fund](https://berkshiretaconic.org/grants/ichabod-crane-central-school-district-arts-and-humanities-fund) - [Application Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=berkshire) - [Ichabod Crane CSD Arts & Humanities Fund Information](https://www.ichabodcrane.org/district/iccsd-arts-humanities-fund/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |--------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | info@berkshiretaconic.org | | Grants Assistance | grants@berkshiretaconic.org | | Phone | 413.229.0370 | | Funder Contact Page | [Contact Us](https://berkshiretaconic.org/about/contact-us) |

Ichabod Crane Central School District Arts and Humanities Fund

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