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

October 15, 2026

$500–$1,500 per award; typically for direct project costs, not salaries or equipment

Supports projects that foster academic excellence, creativity, and innovation for students and teachers in the Webutuck Central School District.

--- ## Description The Webutuck Quest for Excellence Fund is an endowed grant program designed to enhance educational experiences within the Webutuck Central School District. The fund supports initiatives that promote a culture of academic respect, high expectations, student initiative, creative thinking, innovation, and a passion for learning. Grants are intended to enrich both student and teacher experiences through independent studies, new programs, extracurricular activities, creative projects, visiting speakers, artists-in-residence, and professional development. --- ## Due Dates - October 15, 2026: Application deadline --- ## Funding Amount - Grants typically range from $500 to $1,500 per project. - Funding is intended primarily for direct costs of projects and learning experiences, not for salaries or equipment purchases. --- ## Eligibility - Open to students, teachers, administrators, community members, and nonprofits proposing projects that benefit students and teachers in the Webutuck Central School District. - Projects must enhance and enrich educational opportunities, not replace existing public funding for the district. - Examples of eligible projects include: - Independent study - New educational programs - Extracurricular activities - Creative projects (in or outside the classroom) - Visiting speakers or artists-in-residence - Professional development for teachers (with broad impact) - Library resources and class field trips - Projects must be completed by the end of the school year. - The fund does not support organizations that discriminate based on age, race, national origin, ethnicity, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or religious belief. --- ## Application Process - All applications must be reviewed by the Superintendent (Ray Castellani) prior to submission. - Applications are reviewed by the Quest Advisory Committee, which includes community members, parents, teachers, and school community members. Recommendations are referred to Berkshire Taconic’s board for final approval. - A grant report is required after project completion. Failure to submit may disqualify future applications. - Apply online via the [Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation grant portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=berkshire). --- ## Additional Information - Grants are intended to supplement, not replace, public funding. - Priority is given to projects that demonstrate excellence, potential impact, and feasibility. - Contact Elizabeth Murphy (Library Services) at 845-373-4100 for questions. --- ## External Links - [Webutuck Quest for Excellence Fund – Program Page](https://berkshiretaconic.org/grants/the-webutuck-quest-for-excellence-fund) - [Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Homepage](https://berkshiretaconic.org) - [Application Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=berkshire) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role/Area | Email | Phone | |----------------------|---------------------|----------------------------------|---------------| | Elizabeth Murphy | Library Services | N/A | 845-373-4100 | | General Inquiries | BTCF Grants Office | info@berkshiretaconic.org | 413-229-0370 | | BTCF Contact Page | — | [Contact Form](https://berkshiretaconic.org/about/contact-us) | — |

The Webutuck Quest for Excellence Fund

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