A to Z Fund Mini-Grant Application

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You Dream It, We’ll Help You Do It

Apply for an A to Z mini-grant and you could receive up to $1500 for a general school/classroom project, or up to $1500 (individual) or $5000 (group) for professional development.

We know you’re busy, so the application is easy to complete and you’ll have access to your funds immediately once approved.

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Looking for some inspiration for future projects? Check out the list of Fall 2022 grantees’ projects.

 

How to Apply

Our Spring 2023 funding cycle opens Monday, January 9, 2023! Use the links below to apply.
Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on January 22, 2023. 
 
General Classroom Grant Application
Professional Development Grant Application

Application Process & Details

  • Anyone working at an Oakland public school or program (OUSD or charter-managed) is eligible to apply: teachers, principals, Community School Managers, afterschool providers, librarians, anyone!
  • Projects that require additional fundraising (in addition to an A to Z mini-grant) are ineligible to receive a mini-grant. Your project must be otherwise fully funded.  
  • Projects must be completed by June 30, 2023.
  • Grant funds may not be used to pay teachers or substitutes, for gift cards, general supplies unrelated to your project, or high end or personal use technology.
  • You may submit more than one application, but only one application can be awarded in a single grant cycle. Multiple applications can be submitted from the same school. We will award no more than 3 grants per school per funding cycle.
  • Tips for a strong application and examples of awarded applications.
  • Spring 2023 Scoring Rubric
  • See grant application (link above) for additional guidelines and requirements.

General Classroom Grants can be used for a wide range of projects directly benefiting students, including:

  • Project supplies and materials
  • Equipment
  • Books
  • Guest speakers and artists
  • Field trips

Professional development grant funds can be used to cover various professional development costs, including:

  • Conference fees
  • Required conference materials
  • Meals and accommodations
  • Transportation (not including gas)
  • Hiring consultants or other professionals to provide training
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