GRANTS

What types of projects does the RNSF fund?

Grant applications are submitted by Rye Neck faculty, administrators and students. Projects may include (among other things):

New curriculum development
Pilot programs
Professional development for teachers
Technology
Special equipment, materials, tools and resources
Facilities upgrades and renovation

Grant Guidelines:

The RNSF awards both InstaGrants and Traditional Grants. For a complete list of the RNSF grant eligibility requirements, please read the 2026/27 RNSF Grant Guidelines. Rye Neck faculty, administration and high school students are invited to request funding by following the applicable grant application process outlined below. For help deciding whether you should use the traditional grant or the InstaGrant pathway, please contact the Grants Committee at RNSFgrants@gmail.com.

Overview of Grant Submission Process:

Administrators, faculty and students (with a member of the administration or faculty as a co-applicant) are encouraged to apply for Instagrants or Traditional Grants. All applicants must get approval from their principal or relevant department head prior to submitting the application.
Applicants must complete the appropriate application (available below) by the application date.
Completed applications are submitted to the RNSF. Make sure your application includes all relevant cost information (including materials, shipping and other charges) and all costs have been pre-approved by Carolyn Mahar.
The RNSF Grants Committee will review applications and follow up with the applicants as necessary.
Once applications are vetted by the Grants Committee, they will be reviewed and voted on by the RNSF Board of Directors.
Grants chosen by the RNSF Board of Directors will be presented to the Rye Neck Board of Education for acceptance of the award at a regularly scheduled Board of Education meeting.

TRADITIONAL GRANTS

Traditional Grants fund projects and initiatives valued at $3,500 or more. For the 2026/27 school year, traditional grant applications will be accepted by the RNSF on a bi-annual basis in December and April. Below are the specific details regarding traditional grant application cycles:

Application Cycles for 2026/27 Traditional Grant Applications-
- Cycle # 1 - applications must be received by December 22, 2026.
- Cycle # 2 - applications must be received by May 10, 2027.
Application Review Process - Each application cycle will undergo a comprehensive review process by the RNSF following the submission period. During this time, grant applications, budgets and implementation plans will be reviewed and assessed by the RNSF Grants Committee and Board of Directors.
Grant Awards - Following each application cycle and review period, grants awarded by the RNSF Board of Directors will be approved by the Rye Neck Board of Education prior to funding. Approved projects are expected to be implemented within a one-year period.

For any questions regarding the grant process, please contact the Grants Committee at: RNSFgrants@gmail.com

TRADITIONAL GRANT

INSTAGRANTS

The InstaGrant process funds projects and initiatives valued at less than $3,500.

InstaGrant applications are accepted by the RNSF on a rolling basis, which allows for a fast track review of smaller requests. Please allow several weeks for the review and approval process.
InstaGrants awarded by the RNSF Board of Directors will be approved by the Rye Neck Board of Education at a regular monthly meeting prior to funding. Information about the 2026–27 Rye Neck Board of Education meeting schedule can be found on the District website.
InstaGrant awards are expected to be implemented during the current school year.

For any questions regarding the grant process, please contact the Grants Committee at RNSFgrants@gmail.com

INSTAGRANT