Grants are closed for the fall — recipients will be notified by early October

GRANT OVERVIEW

Our primary objective is to support YOU in the work you're doing in your classroom or with clubs or teams to enhance the educational experience of FBMS students.

FUNDING USES

Grant funds are intended for purchases that will have a bigger, lasting impact on students and the FBMS community. Some examples include: 

  • Hard assets that benefit current and future students

  • Speakers / field experts

  • Field trips, with approval from FBMS administration

  • Conferences and training, with approval from FBMS administration

What we are unable to fund via grants:

  • Items already funded through other PTO initiatives, the school, the district, or booster club

  • Consumables and supplies with a short life span

  • Sport and club sponsors should work with their booster clubs/parents/etc. for fundraising and financial support

GRANT AMOUNTS

  • No minimum or maximum (up to the annual budget)

  • Teacher Grant Fund for 2026-27 is $15,000

  • Grants in previous years have ranged from $300-$2,000

  • All eligible applications submitted before the deadline will be reviewed and considered

TIMELINE

  • The fall application window closed Friday, September 25, 2026

  • Applications are reviewed after the deadline, and grant recipients are notified by early October

  • If funds remain after the fall cycle, a second and final application period will be offered in the spring

The Reimbursement Process document covers expense reimbursement procedures.

PURCHASE PROCESS

  • Do not make a purchase until you have been notified of approval

  • First option - FBMS PTO purchases (preferred) and coordinates to have the item(s) delivered to you, or

  • Second  option - Purchase yourself and submit for reimbursement via the FBMS  PTO Treasurer

  • It  is important to make sure you understand the guidelines and  requirements for reimbursement to ensure you are fully reimbursed in a  timely fashion.

Questions?  

Please email Kate Speight, Grants Chair, at grants@fbmspto.org