Jean P. Fitton Fund
Background
The Jean P. Fitton Fund was established in 2017 as an endowed field of interest fund. Its purpose is to award grants to nonprofit organizations, public schools and public school foundations in support of
- Programs that benefit public elementary, middle and high school teachers;
- Nonathletic scholastic and arts programs for teacher professional development and enrichment; and
- Necessary equipment and facility acquisition and improvements.
Jean P. Fitton Fund at a Glance
| Grant Amount | $5,000 – $25,000/year |
| Application Deadline | First Friday in October by 5:00 p.m. |
| Scope | Activities and programs that support professional development of teachers |
| Application Reporting | Online |
| Decisions Announced | By the end of November |
Eligibility
Grants from the Jean P. Fitton Fund are open to 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations, public schools and public school foundations in Monterey County.
Guidelines and Application
Please review the grant guidelines and application questions, then review how to apply for a grant.
Evaluation
Grant recipients will be expected to provide a final written report including an expense report.