Funding innovation, intervention, and enrichment
Got an idea? We can help make it happen.
Grants are available to teachers, staff, and students. Key areas of focus include intervention, enrichment, community building, professional development, technology, and equity.
Important - Please review the information below in advance of completing the application. Reach out to the Grants Committee with any questions.
Grant Requests - Additional Information
Who Can Apply?
Any Berkeley High School, Berkeley Technology Academy or Berkeley Independent Study (9-12) teacher, student, or staff member may apply.
What Gets Funded?
BHSDG grants funds for a wide range of projects, including technology, tutoring, theater and art projects, community building activities, field trips, conferences, mental health support, and more. Please note, we do not provide funding retroactively, therefore grants for projects that have already occurred or items already purchased will not be considered.
How Are Decisions Made?
The BHSDG Board reviews proposals at monthly meetings. Please review the attached grant evaluation tool for more specific criteria.
Are there cost guidelines for field trips, conferences, and guest speaker?
Yes, please review the attached document to be sure that your request is within the guidelines.
How Will I Be Notified?
Applicants are generally notified via email within 48-72 hours of the board meeting at which the grant is considered. The Board occasionally reviews a grant proposal over multiple meetings. To check the status of your application, email grants@bhsdevelopmentgroup.org after our monthly board meeting, which typically occurs the first Monday of the month.
How Do I Get Reimbursed?
Complete the General Fund Payment Request Form online.
What If I Don’t Spend All My Grant Money?
Grant funds must be spent before the end of the school year for which the grant is made unless an extension is requested and approved; no funds roll over for use during the following school year. Unspent funds return to the BHSDG general fund.
Can I Apply More Than Once?
Yes. BHSDG seeks to distribute funds equitably and to provide the most benefit to the largest number of students. Some departments and teachers have received multiple grants in a single year, and we have funded some projects for successive years. However, once a BHSDG-funded pilot program is successfully established, we expect the program to seek institutional funding. Additionally, Grant Reports are required within 30 days of the end of the project/grant and are necessary in order to be eligible for future funding.