Application Process
Application Process
HEF Grant Application Process for Grants that come into effect 2026-2027
The Foundation seeks innovative grants that enhance the excellence of the Hastings Public School system. We welcome grants for all areas of the curriculum, including extra-curricular and co-curricular activities. Grants may also cover staff and curriculum development, including support for implementation. We cannot fund travel or meals. Coordination with the administration is essential and must be demonstrated in the grant application. Grants will be announced and awarded in the spring. All awardees are required to submit an evaluation form at the end of the school year.
Grant proposals are evaluated according to the following criteria:
- Potential impact across grade, department, or school
- Integration into the school program
- Demonstration of long-term benefits of the project
- Innovation and originality
- Plan for evaluating effectiveness of project
- Belonging and Inclusion
- Budget
NEW: Student Grants
HEF is pleased to announce a new pilot program for the 2025/2026 School Year, where we will be funding student grants. As we “test & learn” the process, we will focus on grants submitted by Hastings High School students.
Student grant proposal parameters as follows:
- Consult with an HHS teacher/advisor & get their sign-off
- Ensure grant impacts a broad group of students and does not exceed $2,000
- Complete your application (link below) by Monday, February 23, 2026, 3:00pm
Please note our schedule:
- February 23, 2026: All applications due in Principal’s office no later than 3pm
- March 2, 2026: Applications approved by Principal to be forwarded to the Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum & Instruction
- March 9, 2026: Applicants approved by Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum & Instruction forwarded to Superintendent
- March 16, 2026: Applications approved by Superintendent forwarded to
HEF Grants Committee - April/May 2026: Grants awarded by HEF forwarded to School Board of Ed for approval
Teacher Grant Application 2026-27
HHS Student Grant Application 2026-27
Have you received a HEF Grant?
Please fill out this Grant Evaluation Form.
Board Member Contacts
Grants Committee
Please contact a member of the Grants Committee if you have any questions. We look forward to hearing from you and receiving some wonderful proposals.
Laura Owens (Co-Chair)
Gisela Abrams (Co-Chair)
Rebecca Brower
Michelle Greenwald
Tom Kenney Emily Mlot Estelle Motika Loren
HEF School Liaisons
If you have a great idea for your classroom and would like some quick feedback, do not hesitate to reach out to one of the HEF School Liaisons listed below. They are available to answer questions, provide feedback, and support teachers navigate the grants process.
Hillside ES • Estelle Motika Loren
Farragut MS • Laura Owens
Hastings HS • Michelle Greenwald
