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Grant Criteria
Displays innovative/creative educational ideas and programs
Enriches or enhances existing educational programs
Consistent with curriculum goals of the school system, where applicable
Includes clearly defined goals, activities, outcomes
Fosters school/community relationships
Impacts a significant number of students/young adults
Falls outside the regular school/district budgeting process
Eligibility

Individual applicants should be affiliated with a community organization or school for the purposes of the grant application and implementation

Applicants under 21 years of age must have a co-sponsor who is over the age of 21 and is affiliated with a community organization or school
 
Examples of JMF Funding (not limited to just these examples)
Study trips to local environmental organizations (e.g., San Diego Zoo, Wild Animal Park)
In-house programs, outside speakers, workshop fees
Project related supplies and resource materials
Please note: JMF grants cannot fund salaries or stipends, substitute teachers, routine supplies, equipment, or operating costs