Flagstaff, AZ (November 29, 2021) – The FUSD Foundation board of directors made a decision to change up their teacher innovation fund that’s been in place since 2015. Historically the grants that were issued to FUSD educators ranged from $500-$2000. With the new micro-grant program, the grants will be up to $500. The reason for this change is so the foundation can have broader impact across the district and more students.
Funds are awarded for innovative, original projects that motivate students, improve the learning process, and are not provided for in school budgets. Board members are currently seeking new ways to supplement their teacher innovation program. Securing additional funding from outside sources can help increase the amount of money raised for FUSD educators and students.
Mandy Metzger, FUSD Foundation President shared “Our teachers provide leadership, inspiration and opportunity for students across Flagstaff Unified School District (FUSD), and often during tough times as seen the past two years. We’re excited to present this new micro-grant program. It’s geared to assist teachers with funding for small, creative ideas which build unique learning opportunities for their students. There are far more deserving teachers than funds available. So it’s our hope the community will join the Foundation’s micro-grant challenge to support small ideas which can open large doors for our youth.”
The board is now working on creating meaningful partnerships with local businesses and organizations who have aligned interests with any initiatives that might be born from micro-grant program. Through these partnerships, the foundation will be able to enhance the projects in terms of longevity of certain programs and how many student lives that can be positively changed.
If you’re a local business owner who would be interested in learning more about the types of projects and programs that are often funded through the foundation’s grant program, contact [email protected].
If you have any questions about the FUSD Foundation overall, including the new micro-grant program, or would like to schedule an interview, contact Heather Pierce at 602-421-1899 or [email protected].
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Established in 2005, the Flagstaff Unified School District Foundation enhances the educational experience of FUSD students with the help and support of alumni and community resources. The Foundation is incorporated as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Leadership is provided by a volunteer board of directors made-up of dedicated community members. Since 2015, the Foundation has overseen the Teacher Innovation Fund which supports excellence in teaching through grants awarded for innovative, original projects that motivate students, improve the learning process, and are not provided for in school budgets.
