Semi-Annual Grants

Semi-Annual grants are awarded twice a year.  The October grant application period is to support projects for upcoming winter and spring, and the April application period is to support summer and fall initiatives.  Up to $5000 total will be awarded to October 2023 grant applicants.  The application window is open October 1-31. 


​Opportunity
​Grants

Unexpected, but exciting opportunities sometimes arise outside of the semi-annual grant cycle.  
 Opportunity grant applications are for those truly unexpected opportunities such as natural phenomena like the ice caves or an unexpected guest lecturer or performer traveling through the area.   Opportunity Grants are available throughout the year, depending on available funds. 

Ashland Education Fund Goals

  • Support innovative, creative, and inspiring educational initiatives
  • Broaden the horizon for learners to maximize their individual potential
  • Foster educational connections within the local community
  • Nurture the understanding and appreciation of our region
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Eligible Applicants

Eligible applicants are local units of governments, state agencies, colleges and universities, school districts, cooperative educational agencies, tribal units of government, and private nonprofit organizations. Grants are only awarded to proposals that are located within the geographic boundaries of the school district of Ashland, Wisconsin.

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The following are representative, but not exclusive, examples of proposal ideas which could be considered for grants from the Ashland Education Fund:

  • Programs and services that allow students to have life changing experiences that extend beyond the school walls.
  • Workshops, training, and other advancement opportunities that support the professional growth of teachers and school administration.
  • Research and feasibility studies, permits, licensures and other preliminary expenses that support new and/or existing educational programs and projects.
  • Projects that incorporate art and/or music.
  • Cultural and/or historical projects, exhibits, and workshops.
  • Projects and programs to reduce substance abuse.
  • Programs and activities that increase students’ physical health and nutritional well-being including those that provide an understanding and ability to address emotional and mental health issues.
  • Opportunities to facilitate school, parent, and community partnerships.
  • Addressing local and state educational challenges and promoting solutions to the community.