Fulcrum Foundation Building Diversity and Inclusion Program

Fulcrum Foundation Building Diversity and Inclusion Program – Applications due February 2, 2015

Please contact Susan Ocoma, programs manager, with any questions about this program at (206) 748-7988 or susan.ocoma@fulcrumfoundation.org.

About the program
The Building Diversity and Inclusion program is designed to assist schools in welcoming students, regardless of race, ethnicity, or class by increasing accessibility, promoting academic excellence and increasing cultural competency of teachers and staff. Grants through this program encourage schools to respect, celebrate and include the culture of each student as an integral part of a Catholic education and as a manifestation of Catholic identity.

How to apply
· Download application from Fulcrum’s website (click here)
· Complete the application form using Adobe Acrobat
· Print the application form, sign and date it
· Attach documents requested for application type selected
· Mail the signed application and attachments by February 2, 2015 (postmarked) to:
Fulcrum Foundation
Attn: Susan Ocoma
710 9th Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104

Who can apply?
Any school in the Archdiocese of Seattle is eligible to apply for a grant through this program. Only one application per school will be accepted per year.

What can schools apply for?
The maximum amount that a school may be awarded is $10,000. Grants awarded through this program are intended for needs in the following categories:
· Accessibility – enrollment management and marketing to attract and retain a diverse school community (students and staff)
· Academic Excellence – curriculum enhancement, improving school climate, implementing a new program to support mutual intercultural competency
· Professional Development – cultural competency and diversity training

How are awards determined?
Factors considered in determining grant awards and amounts include:
· Capacity to enrich or support archdiocesan or school-wide diversity goals
· Demonstration of financial need as related to goals articulated in grant categories above
· A clear connection to a plan: a strategic plan, curricular plan, enrollment/marketing plan or accreditation goals

When will the application be available?
The application is available now on Fulcrum’s website. You can access it by clicking here (click here)

When is the application deadline and when will grant determinations be announced?
Applications must be mailed (postmarked) by February 2, 2015 to be considered for funding. Determination letters will be mailed in May 2015.