Grants
Spark a child’s imagination!
We believe in creating dynamic learning opportunities for students in our community. From field trips to performing arts to innovative classroom experiences, the Foundation supports programs for all grade levels across the district.
Since 1991, we have funded hundreds of trips to museums, performances, and government facilities, like the Clallam County Courthouse and the Washington State Capitol so students can see our government in action and learn key citizenship lessons.
We’ve also funded exciting STEM programs, allowing our students to experiment in engineering and design, attend University of Washington symposia on a variety of topics, and learn about what it takes to care for aquatic wildlife at local and Puget Sound aquariums and zoos.
Port Angeles’ visual and performing arts programs are among the best in the region, with students showcasing their talents throughout our state as well as on the national stage. The Foundation has been there every step of the way, supporting our students with grants to help fund performances, collaborations, and workshops designed to foster the imagination and refine performance skills.
Have a Great Idea for an Educational Experience?
Port Angeles School District teachers, school administrators, para-educators, and Parent/Teacher Organizations are encouraged to request a grant application. School and Teacher Grants are available for creative and innovative ideas in the classroom and beyond.
The 2023/24 application period is closed.
Description of Special Funds available
TIPS for filling out PAEF Grant Application
Contact PAEF for more information.
Reports on funded projects are due June 30, 2024.
Welcker Classroom Essentials Reimbursement
Thanks to a generous donor, the Port Angeles Education Foundation has funds available to reimburse out-of-pocket expenses for essential classroom materials or equipment when no funding is available from the district, school budget, or PTO.
2024 - $4,000 is available to Port Angeles School District educators
Applications will be accepted February 1 - March 31, 2024. Click for application link
Thank you for the amazing grant for the Dry Creek second grade classes. Our students LOVE the new choice time activities! It’s a joy to watch them practice social and creative skills.
I love to watch all of my students engage in imaginary play with one another. Many have asked to use puppets to re-tell a story they have read! Others are making pretend materials for their play kitchen. We are all so grateful.
During the 2023-24 school year, we are funding 36 projects totaling $65,810 throughout the district, including books, musical instruments, performing arts, physical activity equipment, science field experiences, technology, and cultural studies.
The Rich Boyd Grant for the Arts is helping to provide a vibraphone and orchestra bells to the Port Angeles High School Percussion Ensemble.
The Patti Reifenstahl Memorial Fund provides swimming lessons to fourth graders at Jefferson Elementary School.
The Trudy Kindler Native American Studies Fund is supporting projects at Dry Creek, Jefferson, and Roosevelt Elementary schools to promote understanding of traditions, values, and beliefs of Native cultures.
The Joe Glatz “Rocket Man” grant provides funding for Hamilton Elementary 3rd and 5th graders to build and launch model rockets.
Your support makes it all possible.
Thanks to the many donors who contribute to the Grant Fund, including the Donald Naddy Fund of the South Dakota Community Foundation