Grant Opportunities
Grants are available to staff members for training, programs, or projects that benefit student learning and/or performance. Grants are for one-year projects. It is not the intention of the Foundation to continue funding projects, or their replication, beyond one year. Grants awarded through the QPS Foundation are not meant to replace traditional sources of funding for the Quincy Public Schools.
RESOURCES FOR GRANT APPLICATIONS
Grant Rubric
Introducing a standardized rubric that will be used to evaluate all grant proposals.
This rubric will be used during this grant cycle as a pilot. QPSF will seek feedback from all staff members in May through a feedback survey. You are invited to use the rubric when completing your grant application and when the feedback survey is shared in May, your feedback is appreciated.
Submission Checklist
If you have an urgent need for funding, please see our Emergency Funding Request application.
| Fall Grants Timeline | |
|---|---|
| Application period | January 5 - April 15 |
| Grant recipients will be notified on or before | June 15 |
| Payouts begin | July 1 |
| Expenditure timeline should be reported to the Foundation by | October 15 |
| Receipts and reports due by | December 31 |
| Spring Grants Timeline | |
|---|---|
| Applications period | August 1 - October 15 |
| Grant recipients will be notified on or before | December 31 |
| Payouts begin | January 1 |
| Expenditure timeline should be reported to the Foundation by | January 31 |
| Receipts and reports due by | May 31 |
QPS STAFF GRANTS (Up to $1,500)
QPS Staff Grants are open to all certified and non-certified QPS teachers and staff. Before applying, applicants should receive approval for their request from their administrator and/or direct supervisor.
The QPS Staff Grant is capped at $1,500 to allow for the fairest distribution of available funds to the broadest base of recipients.
DREAM BIG GRANTS (Up to $25,000)
The Dream Big Grant is designed for certified QPS staff members to fund projects over $1,500. Applicants must have the approval of their administrator(s) AND department head at the Central Office in order to apply. The awards are limited to a maximum of $25,000 per grant. Grants are limited to the availability of funds.
Grants awarded through the QPS Foundation are not meant to replace traditional sources of funding for the public schools. Applications for the Dream Big Grant will be given the most consideration if they directly address the Mission of the QPS Foundation and focus on the specific priority areas of the Foundation, which include: Curriculum, Technology, Professional Development, Athletics, and Fine Arts.
AVAILABILITY
Grants are available in areas such as fine arts, foreign languages, elementary education, mathematics, sciences, technology, athletics, health occupations, professional development, vocational education, and other designations. The QPS Foundation Board of Trustees reserves the right to determine if applications for grants fit the appropriate donor designations for funds we have available.
REQUIREMENTS
I. Administrator Review
All applications MUST be reviewed by the staff member’s administrator or supervisor BEFORE submitting to the Foundation. Please make sure that you have discussed your application with your administrator before applying! Some requests, such as those for technology or special education, should also consult those department heads at the Central Office. Applications without administrator approval will NOT be considered by the Foundation.
II. Receipts
Purchases for all grant items must be made through your school's purchasing department, and receipts for purchases are required as proof of due diligence with grants that are awarded. We ask that receipts be turned in to the Foundation by the date specified in your award letter, unless other arrangements have been approved by the Foundation.
III. Final Report
A final report with purchase receipts, photos, and a brief narrative of implementation is REQUIRED. The report may be emailed to [email protected].
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
Special considerations may be given to applicants applying outside the normal schedule if the applicant has extenuating circumstances.
Applicants may RE-APPLY for grants in a subsequent grant cycle if they were denied due to the availability of funds.
Meet the QPSF Grants Committee
Grant-Funded Equipment Helps Students Explore the Universe Firsthand By: Maureen Klues, Freelancer Bringing Back Astronomy Jared Holman, current science teacher at Quincy Senior High School, played a pivotal role in reintroducing astronomy to QHS students. Astronomy had previously not been offered since the 2009-2010 school year. At that time, it was taught by Gail Hermann.…
Grant-Funded Mirrors Help Students Rehearse with Confidence Before this year, students in Quincy High School’s show choir, pom, theatre, and dance programs had a familiar challenge: they could hear corrections, watch choreography being taught, and practice their routines—but they couldn’t always tell if they were actually performing the movements correctly. “Students were able to see…
QPS Foundation Awards Over $80,000 in Teacher Grant Awards in Support of Quincy Schools The Quincy Public Schools Foundation has announced its latest round of grant funding, approving more than $80,000 to empower educators, elevate student experiences, and ignite creativity across the Quincy Public School District. This grant cycle, the Foundation’s Grants Committee approved 17…
How One Grant Helped Quincy Senior High Baseball Grow, Compete—and Believe in What’s Possible By: Katie Rodemich ’02 For the boys of Quincy Senior High School baseball, the 2025 season was about more than wins and losses—it was about growth, progress, and pride. Behind that transformation is a powerful reminder of what a community can…
QJHS Life skills-basic sewing Program Threads Confidence, Creativity, and Community By: Katie Rodemich ’02 At Quincy Junior High School, students are learning far more than what’s found in textbooks. They are gaining the kinds of hands-on skills that last a lifetime—such as how to sew on a button, cook a meal, or stick with a…
Grant-Funded Wrestling Surface Elevates Quincy Programs from Youth to Varsity By: Katie Rodemich ’02 Quincy’s wrestling program has long been rooted in discipline, grit, and tradition. This past year, a bold addition to the gym floor is helping carry that legacy into the future. Thanks to a $13,547.52 grant from the Quincy Public Schools Foundation,…
It’s Pizza Time Read Night Serves Up a Slice of Literacy & Family Fun at Iles Elementary School By: Katie Rodemich ’02 On a night filled with the irresistible aroma of pizza and the excitement of turning pages, Iles Elementary School hosted its much-anticipated It’s Pizza Time Read Night—a family-focused literacy event made possible through…
The Quincy Public Schools Foundation has announced its latest round of grant funding, approving more than $110,000 to empower educators, elevate student experiences, and ignite creativity across the Quincy Public School District. This grant cycle, the Foundation’s Grants Committee approved 22 grant applications totaling $72,671.70 to be distributed to schools this fall. An additional $42,120…
High-Fire Clay & Glazes Heat Up Ceramics Education at QHS By: Katie Rodemich 2002 In the Art Department at Quincy High School, creativity is heating up—literally. Thanks to a $1,500 grant from the Quincy Public Schools Foundation in Spring 2023, the ceramics program has undergone a bold transformation. What began with basic low-fire techniques in…
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