The Monona Grove Education Foundation is 501(c)(3) Charitable Organization supported solely by generous gifts from individuals, groups, and businesses. Funds from the Foundation will be primarily used to support the needs of the students of the Monona Grove School District.
To learn more about MGEF Grant Opportunities, see our full Grants Policy.
Opportunities at a glance, and FAQ’s are listed below along with links to apply.
Frequently asked questions.
What Types of grants are available?
MGEF offers two primary form of grants -
Pay-it-Forward (PIF) supporting individual students in need of immediate needs; and,
MGEF grants support innovative, creative extra-curricular projects, initiatives and educational materials
extending beyond the regularly allowed funding necessary for District operations.
Who may apply?
Any certified staff member or administrator employed by the Monona Grove School District may submit a grant request for consideration. Applicants not affiliated or under the control of the District may apply but must be recognized by the Internal Revenue Services as a Section 501(c) 3 organization and have the application submitted by a certified staff member or administrator as sponsor.
Are there any other requirements or restrictions?
Yes. Non-administrative certified staff will need to submit an approval form completed by their Principal or supervising administrator. This form is available for downloaded along with the Universal Grant application.
Why is an approval required of non-administrative staff?
MGEF cooperates with the District to ensure grants it funds are aligned with its mission, initiatives and goals implement educational opportunities and innovations to provide
How are grant request application submitted?
All completed and signed application forms should be e-mailed as an attachment to MGEFgrants@gmail.com as instructed on the form. If an approval is required is should accompany the application, or; the principal or supervisor may submit the approval directly to MGEFgrants@gmail.com. Printed copies of the application will not be accepted.
How are grant requests selected and approved?
The MGEF Grants Selection Committee reviews, evaluates and makes all decisions related to request recommendations. Requests are approved or rejected at its own discretion; all MGEF Grants require approval by a vote of the MGEF Board at a regularly scheduled monthly meeting.
How long does it take for an evaluation and final approval?
PIF Grant requests require generally three (3) to five (5) school days.
MGEF Grants generally require six (6) to eight (8) weeks to allow adequate time for review and evaluation. MGEF Grant requests should be submitted no less than six (6) weeks prior to any regularly monthly scheduled MGEF Board meeting. Large or complex requests, or requests with insufficient information may require more consideration time for recommendations of approval or denial.