Innovation Grant Application

Awards will be based on the educational merit, as well as innovation of the proposed project. Please be specific about how the grant innovation will improve the learning outcomes or environment for students. In other words, do not just ask for technology; explain in detail how you will be innovative with the technology, how it will be used, and, most importantly, how it will impact students and the learning process in your classroom.

Review the rubric that all grants will be judged by.
Complete the online application and a detailed budget sheet. Submit no later than Sept 26, 2025 by 5:00 p.m.
Do not enter any identifiable information (name, school, grade or classroom) in your grant narrative.
All applications are reviewed by the Foundation Innovation Grant Committee including CEF Board Members and Canyons District Administrators. Many reviewers have not been educators, be concise and clear in your request description.
Make sure the project is measurable and data driven.
All awarded equipment and materials is the property of Canyons School District and must follow District guidelines.
An Impact Report is required for all awarded grants. Impact Report is due May 15, 2026 to the Canyons Education Foundation.

Applicant Name(s) *

Applicant Email Address *

Applicant Phone Number *

School *

Position/Grade Level

Project Title *

Project Overview *

Describe how funds will be used to enhance teaching and learning in your classroom.

Project Impact *

How many students are impacted by your project? How does this project enhance educational outcomes for impacted students? (Include goals and objectives)

Learning Enhancements *

Describe specific learning activities that grant materials would enhance. What needs will be met by this project?

Project & Sustainability Timeline *

Provide a timeline for implementation of grant funds and materials. How will the materials be used over time?

Does your grant request involve technology and/or software? *

Principal Email Address *

A copy of your grant request will be sent to your school principal for review.

Download the Project Budget Sheet: Excel | PDF
Grant applicants are required to submit a budget sheet listing the requested materials, the cost of each item, and any shipping and handling fees. Understand that purchases will be made by the district and not by individual grant recipients. Funds must be spent during the school year in which they are received. If possible, add webpage links to items that can be ordered online. Please verify that budget spreadsheet prints with all information viewable.
If you are unable to upload a file, please submit this application without it and email the budget sheet to Denise.Haycock@canyonsdistrict.org

Upload Your Project Budget Sheet

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