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

October 15, 2026

Grants generally range from $1,000 to $3,000; funds must be spent within 12 months.

Supports innovative educational programs and enrichment activities for students and teachers in the Pine Plains Central School District.

--- ## Description The Pine Plains Endowed Educational Enrichment Fund (SEED) is designed to enhance and enrich the educational experience of students and teachers in the Pine Plains Central School District in Pine Plains, New York. Established in 2011, SEED leverages private philanthropic resources to support innovative, challenging programs that extend beyond what is typically funded by public sources. The fund supports a broad range of formal and informal initiatives, including academic projects, athletics, cultural programs, and community services, with the goal of fostering student achievement and creativity. --- ## Due Dates - October 15, 2026: Application deadline --- ## Funding Amount - Typical grant awards range from $1,000 to $3,000. - All awarded funds must be used within twelve months of receipt or returned to SEED. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be teachers, administrators, or staff of the Pine Plains Central School District, or nonprofits proposing projects that fulfill the fund's mission. - Projects must benefit the Pine Plains Central School District. - Grants are intended to cover direct project costs (not salaries) and should not replace public funding. - Preference is given to creative educational projects, including but not limited to: - Independent study - New or pilot programs - Residency programs - Visiting speakers - Library resources - Scientific, athletic, or technical equipment - Organizations that discriminate on the basis of age, race, national origin, ethnicity, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or religious belief are not eligible. --- ## Application Process - Review the [grant guidelines](https://berkshiretaconic.org/grants/pine-plains-endowed-educational-enrichment-fund) for detailed eligibility and requirements. - Applications must be submitted through the [Berkshire Taconic application portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=berkshire). - Prepare a clear project description, timeline, and budget. - Applications are reviewed by the SEED board (community members, parents, and teachers), with final approval by the Berkshire Taconic board of directors. - Applicants may be contacted for follow-up questions during the review process. --- ## Additional Information - Grants do not support salaries or replace public funding. - All awarded monies must be expended within one year. - Projects are evaluated on excellence, impact, and feasibility. --- ## External Links - [Pine Plains Endowed Educational Enrichment Fund Guidelines & Application](https://berkshiretaconic.org/grants/pine-plains-endowed-educational-enrichment-fund) - [Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Homepage](https://berkshiretaconic.org) - [Application Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=berkshire) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |-------------|------------------------------------------------------------| | Email | [info@berkshiretaconic.org](mailto:info@berkshiretaconic.org) | | Phone | 413.229.0370 | | Contact Page| [Contact Us](https://berkshiretaconic.org/about/contact-us) |

Pine Plains Endowed Educational Enrichment Fund

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