GrantTalk Ep 30 | Cherokee County Educational Foundation Grants for Teachers | Lisa-Marie Haygood

💡Welcome to Episode 30 of GrantTalk! In today’s episode, Libby Hikind, founder of GrantWatch, sits down with Lisa-Marie Haygood, Director of the Cherokee County Educational Foundation in Georgia. They explore the Foundation’s mission, innovative grant programs, and ways to support teachers, students, and educational staff. Stick around for invaluable grant-writing tips from these seasoned experts!

📝 🎉 About Cherokee County Educational Foundation The Cherokee County Educational Foundation (CCEF) emerged during the 2010 recession to support teachers and students when public funding fell short. Since then, they’ve been helping fund resources for educators and school personnel, ensuring students have access to top-quality learning experiences. 🌟

💵 Types of Grants Offered Rapid Grants (up to $500): These quick-response funds help teachers bring spontaneous educational opportunities to life—like visits from authors, hands-on museum experiences, and more.

Classroom Impact Grants (up to $2,500): Supporting bigger projects, from digital telescopes for astronomy clubs to 3D printers, these grants fuel creativity and deeper learning. 🚀 District-wide Recognition: Honoring dedicated teachers, counselors, and support staff, CCEF celebrates those who make a difference in students' lives. 🏅

🔑 Key Takeaways Community Engagement: Hear how local businesses, from hospitals to automotive shops, rally behind CCEF to foster hands-on learning experiences for students.

Grant Cycles & Process: Learn about CCEF’s grant application cycles and their commitment to transparency with anonymous judging for grant awards.

Tips for Other Foundations: Lisa-Marie shares insights on setting up educational foundations, highlighting the power of “educate, innovate, celebrate.”

📲 Connect with Lisa-Marie Haygood & CCEF: Learn more, view their annual reports, or reach out for guidance on starting similar initiatives in your area. https://www.cherokeecountyeducational...

 

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