Grants

Spring Grants due April 30, 2023

Each year, the Chapel Hill-Carrboro Public School Foundation provides financial support to enrich the educational experiences of students and teachers in all of the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools. There are multiple opportunities for funding and three deadlines to submit applications: September 30, December 15 and April 30. All grant applications must be submitted by midnight on the date specified.

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Grant Opportunities - For CHCCS Teachers/Staff Only

Achievers’ Fund Grant

  • For small groups or individual students with financial need who would benefit from additional academic support (e.g., tutoring) or enrichment opportunities (e.g., music lessons, summer camp, art classes).
  • Can be for activities during the school year or in the summer.
  • Also for students with need who have won a school-sponsored State level competition and require financial support to compete at a National or International level competition.
  • Usually submitted by a School Social Worker, Guidance Counselor, or student's teacher.
Eligible Applicants Deadlines Funding Range
CHCCS District Personnel September 30, December 15, April 30 Based on Need

Apply now for April 30, 2023 grant deadline

Classroom and Student Enrichment Grant (CSEG)

  • For innovative classroom or grade level projects at the elementary, middle and high school levels.
  • Priority is given to projects submitted by Professional Learning Communities (PLCs).
Eligible Applicants Deadlines Funding Range
CHCCS District Personnel September 30, December 15, April 30 $200-2,000

Apply now for April 30, 2023 deadline

Professional Development Impact Grant

  • School principals in the CHCCS District may request funds for professional development opportunities they self-determine will be valuable for their school.
  • The maximum request per year for a principal/school is $2,500.
  • Proposals should identify professional development endeavors intended to improve teacher effectiveness.
  • Funds are often used to hire substitute teachers so teacher/staff can receive professional development around areas such as technology training, curriculum development, on-site training and speakers, observation of master teachers, conference registrations, and workshops.
  • Expenses for travel and registrations can be considered as part of these requests; food and other incidental expenses are excluded from coverage.
  • Requests from CHCCS District Administrators for professional development for staff members who report to them may be considered; administrators should first communicate with the Associate Director for Programs before applying.
Eligible Applicants Deadlines Funding Range
CHCCS District Principals September 30, December 15, April 30 Up to $2,500

Apply now for April 30, 2023 deadline