History of Grants
Since the foundation has been established in 2000 we have distributed over $375,000 in grants. For the entire list of recipients and projects, click here.
Grant Program Overview
The Maynard Education Foundation is looking to fund those proposals that bring innovative ideas to the Maynard Public Schools and provide opportunities for staff and students that are not typically covered by the district budget. Historically, MEF Grants have ranged from $50 to $4,500. Larger grants may be considered if the project is deemed to have a broad, and potentially significant impact in the Maynard Public Schools.
MEF awards three different types of grants:
Teacher & Staff Grants
Funds may be used to pay for materials, resources, guest speakers, conferences, and professional development and learning opportunities.
- Teacher & Staff Grants
Funds may be used to pay for materials, resources, guest speakers, conferences, and professional development and learning opportunities. - Leadership (Administrator) Grants
Leadership Grants are for administrators who are seeking to make a difference throughout the school system. - Student Grants
MEF’s Student Grant is a unique opportunity for students to apply for funding of student-conceived and student-led projects aimed at improving the Maynard Public Schools (MPS). Applications must be made in collaboration with a MPS educator or staff member who will act as a mentor and assist the student grantee throughout project’s lifecycle. The grantee’s MPS educator/staff member will work with the student grantee to disperse and manage the funds and will be responsible for any grant monies.