The Portland Schools Foundation’s First Octave Grants are designed to strengthen the quality of public education, specifically in the area of art and music, for students in the Centennial, David Douglas, Parkrose, Portland Public, and Reynolds School Districts. The First Octave Grants are specifically focused on supporting arts and music education for Portland’s children and youth with a goal of increasing access for underserved/underrepresented students and schools. The Portland Schools Foundation receives contributions in support of the First Octave Fund from individuals, foundations, and businesses, reflecting the strong support of the community for strengthening art and music in the schools.
The First Octave Fund was established in 1997. The First Octave Fund has infused more than $215,000 into public schools throughout Portland, meeting a need that would otherwise go unmet.
Eligible Applicants
- Principals, teachers, and staff within the Centennial, David Douglas, Parkrose, Portland Public, and Reynolds school districts.
- Non-profit organizations with 501(c)(3) status that demonstrate strong partnerships with the school districts identified above.
Available Funding
Grants will be awarded for up to $1,000 per application. Applicants should request at least $500. A total of approximately $10,660 is available in the current funding cycle.
Focus Areas
Projects should promote art and music education targeted at children and youth in public school, with a goal of increasing the success of underserved and underrepresented students.
Key Dates
Applications must be e-mailed to holly@thinkschools.org by 5:00 pm on Thursday, April 8, 2010.
Funding notification will be made by Monday, May 24, 2010
Projects should be executed between July 1, 2010 and June 30, 2011
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