Grants Available To

Newtown Teachers

Newtown teachers seeking funds to support activities and programs that encourage family participation at the school level can turn to their McDonald’s restaurants for help. McDonald’s Tri-State Owners are making available $50,000 in grants to help teachers execute programs or activities, such as parent newsletters, parent field days, parent-student assemblies, and education programs for families that “tie” parents back to the schools and foster family involvement in education. Educators throughout the Tri-State area are eligible and can go to www.mcdonaldsnymetro.com or their principal for information and an application. The deadline is May 25.

To apply, educators should submit the grant application along with a proposed project that involves parents and families of the applicant’s students. Educators can request grants between $500 and $5,000. The project must be designed to include the families/parents of one class, grade, or school.