What is the purpose of a GREAT Grant?
The Community Foundation realizes that teachers often have instructional ideas they would like to implement in their classroom, but the availability funds is a deterrent.  These grants would help to provide some funding to help

What kind of program or project qualifies?
There is no limit on the scope of a project or program. First priority will be given to those projects that are creative, innovative and stimulate learning in students. These projects, of course, must follow school guidelines and policies with regard to content.

What is the size of the grant?
Grants of $50 - $300 will be awarded.

How do teachers apply?
The application may be obtained online, at the Community Foundation office or the school coordinator.

When are grants given? 
The deadline is typically November 1^st, but that is subject to change each year.
Applications are to be submitted to the coordinator at the school system by the due date. They are reviewed by each school committee and recommendations given to the Community Foundation within 30 days. If the deadline falls during a weekend, the deadline date will be extended to the following Monday.

School Coordinators:

North Lawrence Community Schools
- Wendy Ramsey, Fayetteville Elementary School, 279-2376 or ramseyw@ncls.k12.in.us

Mitchell Community Schools
- Carol Edwards, Mitchell High School, 849-3663 or edwardsc@mitchell.k12.in.us

Where does the money come from?
The Lawrence County Community Foundation allocates, on an annual basis, $6,000 from the Unrestricted fund for the GREAT Grants program. Based on student population, North Lawrence Community Schools will receive $4,000 and Mitchell Community Schools will receive $2,000.

In 2001, the Community Foundation began the GREAT Grants Fund. This is an endowment started with a gift from a local donor to ensure that the teacher grants program will go on forever. Contributions may be made to this fund by any group or individual in the form of cash, publicly traded securities, closely held stock, real estate, life insurance, charitable remainder trusts and more. Call the foundation for more information on how to leave a lasting gift to benefit the students and teachers of Lawrence County.