Do you have an innovative idea that would benefit WAPS students but has yet to be tried due to lack of funding?

The Foundation for Winona Area Public Schools would like to foster and promote the creative spirit within the district by providing the opportunity for staff members to receive a grant of up to $5,000.

To apply for the Dare to Dream Grant, describe your idea in 500 words or less and submit via email to: susan.eddy@winona.k12.mn.us. Your application should focus on presenting the concept of your project and the benefits to students that would result if your dream was funded. Include an estimated budget and timeline. Up to three finalists will be chosen to join the board for a brief presentation..

The grant (up to $5,000) should cover all the expenses of the proposed project. The primary focus of this grant is innovation. If there is an equipment (capital) component, it should be justified by the innovative nature of the use to which it is put. No part of a Dare to Dream grants can be used to remunerate district employees.

Application deadline: Thursday, November 10, 2011

Return preliminary grant application to: susan.eddy@winona.k12.mn.us