• serve the students and teachers of the Osceola School District 

• enhance academic programs and other teacher-facilitated learning activities that would not occur without grant.

• are not supported through normal school budgets 

• focus on content and enrichment and skills development 

• align with the Foundation's mission and goals 

• have unique or innovative components 

• require start-up support rather than on-going funding 

• enhance the learning experience for many students, not just a few individuals

• renovation of buildings and grounds

• tuition for academic degree programs 

• existing sports programs (unless part of a health and wellness program) 

• proposals that replace what is mandated or should be provided by the school district

• funding for staff salaries (including substitute teachers) 

• reimbursement for previously incurred expenses 

Applications deadlines for the 2018-2019 school year are July 20, 2018, for Fall grants and February 8, 2019, for Spring grants. Fall grants are expected to be carried out in the 2nd and 3rd trimesters. Spring grants are expected to be carried out in the 1st and 2nd trimesters. Complete guidelines can be found in the downloadable application.