2011-2012 School Year Grant Program Information
The MSSF grant deadline for 2011 is now closed.
The next grant cycle will begin next October.

What is the purpose of Matanuska Susitna Schools Foundation Grant Program?
The Matanuska Susitna Schools Foundation supports excellence in the Matanuska Susitna Borough School District. Our mission is to enrich and expand educational opportunities for children beyond what is provided by the school district. We are looking for creative ways teachers can excite and motivate their students.

Who may apply for funds?
Administrators, certified staff, and students sponsored by certified staff may submit grant applications to serve the needs of Matanuska Susitna Borough School District students. Grants can not be for one individual.

What are the funding limits for grants?

• $500 for 2011-2012 school year.
• You may submit only 1 application per year.

What is the application process?

• Complete the online grant application. Concise, clear responses are best.
• The fall application deadline for the 2011-12 school year is Monday, Oct. 10, 2011.
• Successful applicants will receive confirmation Oct. 24th. If the application is not funded, applicants will receive information on the reason the application was not approved.
• Funds will be dispersed to the school to be used during the 2011-2012 school year.

Keep in mind:

• Projects should include sustainability if start-up funds are requested.
• Projects should impact multiple students.
• Projects should be ideally completed within a year.
• Projects should exclude transportation costs and stipends.
  

Questions? Email Us

Download and complete the Grant Application.
Email completed application

Who may apply for funds?
Mat-Su Borough School District's Houston Middle School and Houston High School teachers may apply for the Gorilla Fireworks $1000 Grant.

What are the funding limits?

• $1000 for 2011-2012 school year.
• You may submit only 1 application per year.
  

What is the application process?

• Complete the online grant application. Concise, clear responses are best.
• The application deadline for the 2011-12 school year is Monday, October 10, 2011. We are now accepting applications for 2011-12 school year grants.
• Successful applicants will receive confirmation by Oct. 24th. If the application is not funded, applicants will receive information on the reason the application was not approved.
• Funds will be dispersed to the school to be used during the 2011-2012 school year.

Keep in mind:

• Projects should include sustainability if start-up funds are requested.
• Projects should impact multiple students.
• Projects should be ideally completed within a year.
• Projects should exclude transportation costs and stipends.
  

Questions? Email Us

Download and complete the Gorilla Fireworks Grant Application for Houston teachers only.
Email completed application to the grant committee prior to Oct. 10, 2011.