District 279
Foundation
Funded Projects
District 279 Foundation funds innovative projects that enhance curriculum or provide performance or social development opportunities for students in Osseo Area Schools.Special thanks to our partners and donors who enable these enrichment opportunities for students. Click below to view a list of projects selected to receive funding:
Questions?
Please contact Deb Anderson, Administrative Coordinator
Ph:763.391.7118
Email:andersondebra@district279.org
How to Apply
The Classroom Grants requests must be submitted using the online application form. Applicants are encouraged to review the pre-application information prior to starting the online application.
1. Review the pre-application information
Note: All applications must be preapproved by Principal/Site Leader prior to submission.
2. Click here to access the online application.
3. Click here to access the budget form.
View an example of a completed the budget form.
Application Deadlines
October 31 and February 28
Classroom Grants
District 279 Foundation Classroom Grants Program makes funds available to all schools in the Independent School District 279 for innovative and creative projects that enhance curriculum or provide performance or social development opportunities. Any district employee, school volunteer or community member may submit a grant proposal for consideration.
Focus Areas
District 279 Foundation seeks to support innovative and creative projects that align with the following focus areas:
Curriculum Enhancement
Grant requests may be submitted that will support enhancement of the regular curriculum. (This category requires pre-approval from the Department of Curriculum, Instruction and Educational Standards.)
Performance
Grant requests will be considered that will allow your school or group to take "its show on the road" and share a performance with others. This grant would pay for transportation costs and possible costs incurred as part of the performance.
Social Development
Grant requests may be submitted that will provide opportunities for students to increase social competence by participating in activities such as community service, leadership development, mentorship, intergenerational learning, diversity awareness or character education.
Making a Difference
Grantee Report Form
Per the grantee agreement, an online report should be submitted within 30 days of the completion of the project. Click here to access the Grantee Report.