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Fully Funding Your
Classroom Ideas
Fully Funding Your
Classroom Ideas
Amy PolandAnita McManus
Amy PolandAnita McManus
A Tale of Two Quotes
The best grant is the one you never have to write.
-Phil Johncock
A Tale of Two Quotes
If you want to build a ship, don’t drum up people to collect wood and don’t assign them tasks to work, but rather teach them to
long for the endless immensity of the sea.
-Antoine de Saint-Exupery
What was the difference?
One of the largest indicators as to whether or not a project will become
fully funded . . .
The MOTIVATION of the writer(s) & their DEDICATION
to the project.
• What are you passionate about?• What does your classroom or students need
that they don’t currently have access to?• What would you need to make this idea come to
life?
**What standard or curriculum need would this completed project fulfill?
Finding your MotivationUnmet needs in my classroom
Curriculum Alignment
Approx. Cost
Possible Donors / Grants
DO NOT FILL IN YET
Need Statement
• Documents a specific problem
• Uses data, statistics, and quotes from authorities to support the idea that the problem is serious but can be solved
• Explains the elements of the problem that can be solved by your project
What’s Holding You Back?
I don’t know where to start.
Step-by-Step Grant-Writingwww.users.rowan.edu/~kinseyj/GrantWriting_files
1.Identify the
problem and the need.
2.Set the
focus of the project.
3.Prepare the
project goals &
objectives.
4.Describe the
project in clear
concise terms.
5.Identify
evaluation techniques.
6.Prepare a
budget
7.Locate and
connect with funding sources
8.Get started
General Grant Writing Guidelines
• Give yourself plenty of time to prepare.• Approx. 25-40 hours is needed (small,
scheduled writing times work best)
• Read the application package in its entirety.
• Follow ALL directions
I Don’t Know Where to Look.
Not Your Grandmother’s Grant-writing
Ask LocalMost companies have a commitment and/or a corporate
responsibility to “Give Back” to the communities that they are based out of.
Reach out to any and all companies within your community.
Be sure to read ALL requirements and follow ALL guidelines. It is a good idea to read through their company website to get a
better idea of the company’s overall philanthropic targets.
Ask LocalHow:•Go to the establishment and ask for a DONATION REQUEST FORM
•Service Counter•Store Manager
•Take the form home to complete so that you are not rushed.•Make a copy of the blank form- this will save time for future donation requests from this source.•Make a copy of the completed form- if the company chooses to donate, you now have a record of how you worded your successful request. DO NOT EVER TURN IN THE COPIED FORM FOR FUTURE REQUESTS. Only use this copy as a guide.
Donors Choose.orgAn online website that allows people to donate to projects created by public school teachers.
Since 2000, we've enabled 893,089 people to give $130,455,468 to classroom projects created by 253,403 teachers, delivering resources to 7,455,084 students across America.
Donors Choose.org• Set up a FREE teacher account (K-12 public schools)•Upload a class photo (be sure to follow school guidelines here)•Click “Create a Project” 10 steps•Go shopping on their site for the needed supplies•Submit project for approval•Project becomes posted to DonorsChoose.org website if approved (they may ask for a few revisions).•You can promote through Facebook•Watch your project become funded one donation at a time
Donors Choose.org•FOLLOW the DIRECTIONS you do have requirements to fulfill if your project becomes fully funded
•Taking photos of the supplies being utilized•Write thank-you notes
•70% of projects become fully funded•Donations ARE tax deductible 501(c)3•Max. time for posted projects = 4 months
•TIP Submit low cost projects $100-$400 (break larger projects down into smaller ones if possible)
DonorsChoose.org began in 2000
In 2003: Oprah Winfrey hears of our effort. On her show, Oprah describes DonorsChoose.org as "a revolutionary charity." Fifteen seconds later, our site crashes under the strain of all the traffic. When our site comes back up, viewers donate $250,000 to classroom projects.
A classroom angel visits California. A woman calls us to ask how many projects there are from California teachers (answer: 2,233) and how much they cost in total (answer: $1.3 million). We think she was having trouble making a $10 donation. Three days later, she sends us a $1.3 million check to fully fund every California project on the first day of school.
2011: Our community responds to a tornado. After a tornado ravages Joplin, Missouri, 260 teachers post projects on DonorsChoose.org to rebuild their classrooms. Our donors fund all of them.
IndieGoGo.com
• Not limited to educational uses (be cautious)• Free to join• There is a fee on the money raised• Can be tax deductible, depending on how the
project is sumbitted.
Mission Statement:Everyone should have the opportunity to raise money. Now everyone does. People all over the world use our industry-leading platform to raise millions of dollars for all types of
campaigns. No matter what you are raising money for, you can start right now with no fee or application process.
IndieGoGo.com
Flexible Funding
Fixed Funding
If you reach your goal...
You keep all funds raised, minus fees.You pay a 4% platform fee.*You are required to fulfill perks.
You keep all funds raised, minus fees.You pay a 4% platform fee.*You are required to fulfill perks.
If you don't reach your goal...
You keep all funds raised, minus fees.You pay a 9% platform fee.*You are required to fulfill perks.
All contributions are refunded.You pay no fees.You are not required to fulfill perks.
What payment type can I offer my contributors?
PayPal and/or direct credit card**
PayPal
How long can I run my campaign for?
1-60 days 1-60 days
IndieGoGo.comPosted Campaign for L. Hollingworth School for
Talented and Gifted (Toledo, OH)8th grade Washington DC trip
What We Need
• For our trip, we are in need of roughly $13,000 total. We are asking for $10,000 and will find other means for the rest. The money will be divided evenly between the students. This trip will be all inclusive for everyone. We decided to go with a company that designs and coordinates an entire trip including: transportation, lodging, food, and tours.
• If our goal is not met, we will be using the money for a closer field trip to the local government buildings. Any remaining funds will be used for the next year's 8th grade Washington DC trip.
IndieGoGo.com$135Raised of $10,000 Goal
Some of their listed “PERKS”
$25A Fantastic High FiveThis will help pay for a meal for one of our students. If you decide to donate, you will receive an fantastic high-five. (Must live in Toledo to claim).
$1,000All of the AboveThis will help pay for almost the payment of one student for the entire trip. If you decide to donate you will receive the high five (if in Toledo), a personal thank-you email, a phone call or skype, and an autographed picture.
GrantWrangler.com
GrantWrangler.com
Foundation GrantsA foundation grant is free
monetary assistance provided to individuals and small companies by companies, citizens, government, and nongovernment organizations.
-www.newsmax.com
Most larger companies have foundation grant
opportunities.Foundationcenter.org
Foundation Grantswww.cof.org (Council on Foundations)
www.foundationcenter.org
www.grantselect.com
www.grantspace.org
• Visit your local library– Many libraries will have a Grantsmanship Specialist on staff.– There are many grant writing resources available
• Don’t forget to use Internet Search Engines– You will find the most up-to-date information on the appropriate websites– I have often found extremely valuable resources by simply beginning my
search on Google.
U.S. Dept of Ed Grant Writing
Everyone will be getting this absolutely fantastic and informative “Grantmaking at ED” booklet.
Please be sure to pick one up before you leave this presentation.
This booklet will help guide you through the process of searching, selecting, understanding grant terminology, and writing your own discretionary grant to fund your project.
U.S. Dept of Ed Grant Writing
What is a discretionary grant?A discretionary grant is an award made by the Department for
which the Department has discretion, or choice, in which applicants get funded.
Department of Education Websites:
*In “Grantmaking at ED” on pg. 5
www.grants.gov (Find & Apply for grants)
www.ed.gov/news/fedregister (Federal Register)
http://www2.ed.gov/programs/gtep/gtep.pdf (Grant Programs)
How Do I Stay Organized?
Keep Good Records
Create a Grant FolderKEEP ALL
RECORDS!
Donation RequestsAccepted DonationsList of Thank-You Letters sentPossible Grants opportunitiesCompleted and Submitted GrantsDistrict Forms501(c)3
KEEP EVERYTHING I have pulled out examples from grants and donation requests that I submitted 5 years prior.
Google DocsGoogle Docs will allow
you to collaborate with up to 15 people
simultaneously (unlimited sharing).
• Free• Easy to Use
Drop Box / Google Drive / Sky Drive
Sharing over the Cloud
If you have more than one document to share, it
might be a good idea to create a shareable
FOLDER with a “cloud” host company.
Ex. DropBox will give you 2GB free storage, with
the capability of reaching 18 free GB based on referrals.
It’s Too
Much Work
• Ask teaching partners to collaborate.
• Create a grant writing team.
• Ask the foundations grant representative for guidance.
Congratulations!
You Got the Grant!
Always Show GratitudeSome school districts require that all donations be recorded at the board of education so that the district can send the
company a letter of appreciation.
**Tip- make copies of the blank form and keep in your “Grant Writing/Donations Folder” for future use.
It has always been my personal practice to send a class letter regardless of the district letter. I feel that it maintains a good relationship with the donor, as well as reminds the students that we should never take such generosity for granted.
Choose Your Own Adventure
If you would like to go back and walk through creating a Donors Choose Project Stand on one leg and tap your head.
If you would like to discuss the grant writing parts in more detail Wave you arms as if you were conducting an orchestra.
Parts of a GrantEvery Grant is different, but here
are some common parts:
• Title Page
• Table of Contents
• Abstract/Summary
• Introduction to the Organization
• Need Statement
• Statement of Purpose
• Project Design/Activities
• Key Personnel
• Evaluation
• Budget
Title Page
• Name & address of sponsor
• Name of the Applicant Organization
• Place of Performance
• Title of Proposed Project
• Proposed Period of Performance
• Total Request Support
• Signature of Authorizing Officials
Table of Contents
• All Sections in grant are included
• All pages of the grant are numbered correctly
Abstract / Summary / Narrative
• Follow suggested formatting guidelines
• Usually written last (not last minute)
• Must be a clear, concise, and accurate representation of the proposed project.
• Should be brief: no more than 2 to 3 paragraphs
May be the only part of the project that is carefully reviewed before the decision is made to consider the project further.
Abstract / Summary / Narrative
• Outlines the Problem, Objectives, and Expected Outcomes
• Addresses the audience to be targeted
• States what you propose to do and how much it will cost
Introduction to the Organization• Establish the credibility of your program by describing its purpose,
history, and accomplishments
• Includes success stories from past performance
• Explains why yours is the best program to do the job
• Convinces the funder that your program can make a difference in people’s lives
• Include the number of people who are reached through your program
• Include outside collaborations
Need Statement
• Documents a specific problem
• Uses data, statistics, and quotes from authorities to support the idea that the problem is serious but can be solved
• Explains the elements of the problem that can be solved by your project
Statement of PurposeGoals / Objectives
• Develops sets of specific, measureable outcomes to be accomplished by the project
• Objectives are related to the needs statement
Project Design / Activities
• Describes how you will accomplish the objectives
• Explains how the project will function: Who will do what, how, when?
• Includes a table of organization, job descriptions, or a timetable of activities
• Justifies the use of methods: How do you know they will bring about a reduction or resolution to the problem?
Evaluation
• Describes how you will measure the program results to determine whether the objectives have been met.
• Identifies who will evaluate, how and why?
• Is it a formative or summative evaluation?
• A process has been thought out for the evaluation- how will change be implemented after the evaluation?
Key Personnel
• Describes the role and responsibilities of each member of the project staff
• Identifies each key person by name including their capabilities and preparation for the project
Budget
• Supplies a line-item budget for the project’s cost
• Matches the tasks laid out in the Project Design/Activities section with the costs of accomplishment
• Be sure that the budget figures add up
• Be completely honest about including all costs
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