Innovation Grants

Who is eligible to apply for innovation grants?

To qualify, Michelle Green SchoolForce Innovation Grants (MGSFIG) applicants must be:
• Actively employed as a teacher or staff member by the Belmont-Redwood Shores School District during the 2022-2023 school year
• In good standing with outstanding grant criteria, i.e.: if you have received a grant in previous years, you must have complied with all aspects of previously awarded grants

What is the application process and timeline?

Read and understand grant guidelines, eligibility, and grant timeline. Fill in the MGSFIG request form below and submit it by SEPTEMBER 23rd. The grant will be reviewed and applicants will receive a response by October 12th. Grants must be initiated and all work completed by the end of the school year. Receipts must be submitted by May 31st unless an alternative date is previously agreed upon.

Apply for a Grant

Who do I contact with questions?

We are happy to help! Send an emaill execdir@schoolforce.org.

Guidelines

The Michelle Green SchoolForce Innovation Grant (MGSFIG) Program is meant to creatively engage students, directly relate to the curriculum, and impact the learning atmosphere.

1. Applicants should read and understand grant guidelines, eligibility, and grant timeline.
2. Only one application is permitted per person. Staff can participate in collaborative grants, just not be the lead for this grant cycle.
3. Applicants need to have full support from their supervisor for this project application and its implementation.
4. The budget for the MGSFIG application should not include expenses incurred before MGSFIG approval nor non-academic items. Grants cannot include substitute expenses, food, other items which do not comply with the BRSSD health and wellness guidelines, or gift cards. Technology requests must be compliant with the BRSSD technology policy and be able to be supported by the district technology staff.
5. Amendments to approved grants are permitted upon written request by the applicant and approval by the MGSFIG review committee.
6. Applicants must initiate and complete all work outlined in their MGSFIG description by the end of the 2022-2023 school year.
7. Following completion of the project, applicants will provide SchoolForce with a short wrap up report summarizing project status and successes/failures.
8. Any unused grant money will be returned to SchoolForce for future grant cycles.
9. If an applicant does not comply with the conditions of this program, it is necessary to reimburse SchoolForce for grant funds, up to the total grant awarded.
10. Any non-compliance with terms and conditions of grants will render the applicant ineligible for future grants applications.
11. All items purchased are property of BRSSD. The serial numbers must be registered at the time of reimbursement.