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

October 15, 2026

Grants typically range from $100 to $1,000; up to 75% of total project costs covered.

Supports innovative projects that enrich the educational experience of Lenox Public Schools students and teachers.

--- ## Description The Lenox Education Enrichment Foundation (LEEF) is an endowed fund managed by the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation. Its mission is to enhance and enrich the educational experience of students and teachers in the Lenox Public Schools by supporting innovative, high-impact projects. LEEF encourages proposals that foster academic excellence, creative exploration, and achievement through new programs, extracurricular activities, visiting speakers, artists-in-residence, professional development, equipment, library resources, and field trips. The fund emphasizes collaborative and interdisciplinary efforts, prioritizes projects with volunteer involvement and additional support, and seeks to make a lasting positive impact on the school community. --- ## Due Dates - October 15, 2026: Grant application deadline for Lenox Education Enrichment Foundation (LEEF) --- ## Funding Amount - Typical grant awards range from $100 to $1,000. - Grants may cover up to 75% of the total project cost. - No single project will be funded for more than three years. - Continued funding is not guaranteed; grantees may reapply in subsequent years. --- ## Eligibility - Eligible applicants include students, teachers, administrators, staff, parents, nonprofits, and community members associated with Lenox Public Schools. - Projects must directly enhance the educational experience of Lenox Public Schools students and teachers. - Grants will not replace public funding for the school district and are intended to cover direct project costs, not salaries. - Projects that have already taken place (retroactive funding) are not eligible. - Preference is given to projects with volunteer involvement, additional sources of support, and collaborative/interdisciplinary approaches. - Proposals must have the support of a faculty or staff member within the relevant discipline or department. - 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 - Review the full guidelines on the [LEEF grant page](https://berkshiretaconic.org/grants/lenox-education-enrichment-foundation-leef). - Prepare a proposal detailing the project, its impact, and budget (not to exceed 75% of total costs). - Secure support from a relevant faculty or staff member. - Submit your application via the [online application portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=berkshire) by October 15, 2026. - Applications are reviewed by an advisory committee and final approval is given by the Berkshire Taconic board. --- ## Additional Information - Priority is given to proposals that demonstrate excellence, significant impact, and feasibility. - The fund aims to support a diverse range of initiatives, including independent study, creative projects, professional development, equipment, and field trips. - Grants are not intended to support ongoing operational expenses or salaries. --- ## External Links - [LEEF Grant Guidelines & Application](https://berkshiretaconic.org/grants/lenox-education-enrichment-foundation-leef) - [Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Home](https://berkshiretaconic.org) - [Online Application Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=berkshire) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |----------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [info@berkshiretaconic.org](mailto:info@berkshiretaconic.org) | | Grants Assistance | [grants@berkshiretaconic.org](mailto:grants@berkshiretaconic.org) | | Phone | 413.229.0370 | | Contact Form | [Contact Us Page](https://berkshiretaconic.org/about/contact-us) |

Lenox Education Enrichment Foundation

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