Jean P. Fitton Grant Program

Applications are now being accepted for the Jean P. Fitton Grant Program. Donor Name: Community Foundation for Monterey County State: California County: Monterey County (CA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 10/04/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Community Foundation for Monterey County seeks to provide funding for nonprofit organizations, public schools and public-school foundations. Its purpose is to award grants to nonprofit organizations, public schools and public-school foundations in support of  Programs that benefit public elementary, middle and high school teachers.  Nonathletic scholastic and arts programs for teacher professional development and enrichment; and  Necessary equipment and facility acquisition and improvements.  Priorities  ONLY 501(c)3 nonprofits, public school foundations and public schools are eligible to apply for enrichment programs that benefit elementary, middle and high school teachers. Public school foundations may apply for the following: Cash awards for K-12th grade teachers based on merit and contribution to the education of students in Monterey County. Nonathletic scholastic and arts programs for teacher professional development and enrichment.  Funding for necessary equipment and facility acquisition or improvements. Funding Information Approximately $5,000 – $15,000/year  Eligibility Criteria Grants are open to 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations and public agencies. Only one grant application per organization will be considered.  Only proposals supporting K-12th grade teachers will be accepted.  All organizations applying for a grant must be current on reporting obligations for past CFMC grants. Ineligibility Religious organizations that exclude services based on religious beliefs or promote a religious doctrine. Funding to schools and public agencies that would supplant tax-supported, mandated services. Expenses incurred prior to the grant award date For more information, visit Community Foundation for Monterey County.