The Foundation for Eden Prairie Schools (FEPS) is accepting applications until 5 p.m. Monday, Oct. 30, for its annual teacher and staff grants and community partnership grants and, in honor of the district’s 100th year, is also offering an additional $100,000 grant to support Eden Prairie Schools and students.
An online “suggestion box” for the 2023 FEPS 100-year Grant Ideas asks stakeholders throughout the district to complete a brief form and describe their proposal in 100 words or less.
Criteria for proposals include the following:
Impact a large number of students;
Focus on keeping Eden Prairie Schools exceptional;
Engage teachers and staff to identify ideas;
Have a lasting impact;
Highlight FEPS and align to its mission;
Have a clear timeline for rollout.
Additionally, FEPS is soliciting applications for its 2023 Fall Teacher & Staff Grants and its 2023 Fall Community Partnership Grants, which are open to 501c3 organizations. These grants typically range between $1,000 and $5,000.