Impact Grants for Principals
Applications Open: 5/5/26
Applications Close: 6/17/26
Guidelines
Before applying, please read the guidelines above.
Impact Grant Topics/Descriptors
Impact Grant Criteria:
Grants to be awarded are selected based on how well the applicant addresses the following criteria in their application. Applicants may address the criteria throughout the application even if not stated in each question.
- Need: How well does this project meet the academic and/or social emotional needs of students and/or schools? How does this project help eliminate barriers to student success?
- Impact: How will the project affect the students being served? How many students will it serve? When considering the impact of the project, take into consideration the longevity of the resources to be purchased.
- District Goals: How well does this project align with the SPS mission and the district strategic plan.
- Well-written: How well the application was written will play a part in which applications receive awards. Applicants are encouraged to be sure their answers are well-written, creative and well thought-out, being sure to advocate for their project in their answers.
- Sustainability: Is the project sustainable? If so, how will the project continue to operate after the grant funding is exhausted? What plans, if any, does the applicant have for ensuring long-term success and for securing future funding, if needed?