"Investing in those that shape the minds of our youth, is an investment into our future"
Erica Jones, Development Director, CCPSF
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Funded through the generosity of our community’s matching gifts and our new Employee Giving Program, the Foundation is proud to offer Professional Development Grants to Carteret County Public School staff. Whether you are pursuing National Board Certification or seeking to attend seminars that will expand your teaching expertise, we are here to make these opportunities a reality. Our goal is to support you in growing professionally and making an even greater impact in the classroom.
FAQs
What It’s All About
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What is the Carteret County Public School Foundation, and how are the donations used?
We are a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization formed in 2000 by educators. The Carteret County Public School Foundation has been a steadfast supporter of our school system, providing over $2.6 million in funding to our schools over the past 24 years.
Our mission is to enhance educational opportunities for students, support our dedicated teachers, and strengthen our community by investing directly in our schools. From innovative solutions for classrooms to crisis assistance staff and students, we connect the community with ways to give back into making our schools the best they can be. We believe that by supporting education, we’re investing in the future of Carteret County.
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**DONATIONS MADE TO THE EMPLOYEE GIVING PROGRAM WILL BE USED EXCLUSIVELY FOR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND STAFF CRISIS ASSISTANCE
IS PARTICIPATION IN EMPLOYEE GIVING REQUIRED TO APPLY FOR A GRANT?
All staff are eligible to apply for a grant and your participation in our Employee Giving Program that contributes to our Professional Development Fund is not required in order to be awarded any grant from our foundation.
AM I GUARANTEED TO GET A GRANT?
This is a brand new program for the Foundation and while we hope to be able to fund every grant request for our educators and staff, we cannot guarantee that we can fulfill every request. Completing the application in it's entirety will ensure your best chances of an award.
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WILL I OWE THE FOUNDATION ANYTHING?
These grants are designed to invest into you - we have a simple Survey to be filled out once you have completed your PD that reports back to our Board of Directors and donors on the effectiveness of the program
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IS THE GRANT CONSIDERED INCOME FOR TAX PURPOSES?
We cannot give tax advice and advise you to consult with a tax consultant.