Application for West Virginia Northern Community College Foundation
Teaching and Learning Grant Application
Name of Grant_____________________________________________Date _____________
Guidelines:
1. “ Teaching and Learning” Grants are available to all faculty, staff and administration of WVNCC.
2. To be eligible for a grant, applicants must propose an innovative and creative project that will enrich and enhance student learning beyond the scope of normal required school expenditures and the required course of study.
3. Applications are considered twice during each school year. Applications are due on July 15 and
January 15.
4. Funds must be used within one year from when the grant is awarded.
Documentation of expenses must be submitted to the Foundation. All materials acquired through
Foundation grants become the property of WVNCC.
5. Grant recipients will be expected to provide the Foundation with a written report about their project and other appropriate documentation.
6. Applications should be typed or neatly printed.
Name of Applicant(s) Contact information for lead applicant:
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Title of Proposal: __________________________________________________________
1. State the major objectives for your project. What unmet needs does it address?
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2. Describe your project. What will you be able to do that you cannot do now?
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3. Explain how your project will enhance teaching and learning for WVNCC students.
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4. How many students will benefit from your project this year and in the future?
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5. Will your project involve a collaboration with community members?
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6. Will technology be a part of your project?
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7. Briefly describe your budget items and their estimated cost. If possible, include photocopies of equipment and educational materials you hope to purchase. (Keep in mind that Foundation funds cannot be used for teacher salaries or stipends)
Expenditure: Estimated Amount:
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8. Will you use other resources as part of this project? (Other resources could include technology or other materials owned by the building, the expertise of other teachers or community members, funds obtained from other sources, etc.)
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9. How will you evaluate the success of this project?
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Return to: rspurlock@wvncc.edu
WVNCC Foundation
1704 Market St.
B&O Building, Rm. 122
Wheeling, WV 26003