Micro-grant Application Form

We suggest that you save your information at the end of filling out this page by clicking on the Email Your Principal button and also printing it on your printer. The principal will need to receive a copy with your signature. The main thing to consider is how to save it in case it is lost.

This is for the teacher or staff member to complete. However, there can be educational value in students helping the teacher to complete the form.

Grant Application Form

Remember to save your work!
Use the “Save As Text” button below to save a copy of your application to your computer. You can also use the “Print” button to print a hard copy.

Contact Information

Teacher Name * Email * Phone Address City State Zip Code

1. Problem or Opportunity

Describe the problem or opportunity that you see and would like to address *

2. Proposal

What would you propose to do? Provide a general description*

3. Needs and Budget

Student Partner(s) Name(s) What would you need? Generally describe personnel and materials”

Budget Breakdown–Specific estimates

List each expense item and its estimated cost. You can add 10-20% padding for taxes and price increases, plus 5-10% for general supplies and unanticipated needs. The total will be calculated automatically.

Item Description	Cost ($)










TOTAL	$0.00

Maximum $250 (principal may override if needed)

4. Procedures

What exactly will you do? Provide specific details and steps (approximately half page) *

If your proposal above is general (e.g., “beautify the front entrance”), specify exact actions like painting a bench, buying a mascot sign, installing it on a pressure-treated pole, placing landscape pavers, etc.

5. Evaluation

How would you evaluate the success of the grant?*

For example: counting student participation, conducting interviews, surveys, or other outcome measures. The Garden of Hope Fund can assist in designing outcome measures.

Student Learning Opportunity

How will this be a learning opportunity for students?

The whole purpose of the school is for the kids. Describe how this grant will either (1) create learning opportunities for one or more students, and/or (2) improve the educational and learning atmosphere.