Important Changes to The Jefferson Foundation Grant Application and Process
What we fund: The Jefferson Foundation's mission is to support Jeffco Public Schools in preparing all students for a successful future. In 2009-2010, funding was granted to after school, athletics, activities and life skills programs that address the Foundation's goals of closing achievement gaps and increasing graduation rates. Programs that do not specifically address identified achievement gaps and/or graduation rates, or that do not serve Jeffco Public Schools students, schools or staff, will not be competitive for funding in 2009-2010.
Upcoming Deadlines: The last business day of November 2009 and April 2010. See Grant Application for specific submission instructions.
Need Help?Come to a grantwriting seminar hosted by The Jefferson Foundation to learn about its new guidelines, ask questions specific to your proposal, and to meet the Jefferson Foundation's Executive Director, Katie Tiernan. The seminars will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. on Monday, November 16, 2009 and Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 4 p.m. Space is limited, so please RSVP to Cyndee Manaugh at
cyndeemanaugh@jeffersonfoundation.org by Thursday, November 12 to reserve your spot.
About The Jefferson Foundation
The Jefferson Foundation is the oldest nonprofit pre-K through 12 public education foundation in Colorado, and it supports Jeffco Public Schools in preparing all students for a successful future. Working in cooperation with the school district since 1983, The Jefferson Foundation engages community support and develops important resources for schools, students and families, including more than $8 million in funding to schools and local community-based organizations. The Foundation is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors comprised of business leaders, parents, community representatives, and members of the district's administration. For more information, please visit www.jeffersonfoundation.org.