Grant Application Guidelines
As part of the Roscoe Village Neighbors (RVN) Education Committee, we are excited to announce the 2026-2027 school year RVN Education grant cycle. Please check out the application guidelines and upcoming deadlines to see if your school qualifies to apply.
- The applicant must show compelling evidence that the grant will have an impact on a significant number of students who live within the boundaries of Roscoe Village.
- All grants shall be used for educational purposes, including but not limited to art, drama, reading, mathematics, science, and sports. Maximum award is $2,500.
- Grants will not be awarded for general operating expenses, payment of salaries, or fundraising initiatives.
- We encourage matching programs or other initiatives which encourage further giving to the school and preference will be made to organizations with matching programs if further fundraising is needed to fund the grant.
- The RVN Board of Directors shall have final approval of all applications after receiving recommendations by the RVN Education Committee.
- Incomplete grant applications will not be considered.
Grant Proposal Timelines
- Application window is now open
- All applications are due November 9, 2026
- Applications will be reviewed through November 20, 2026
- Award Notifications: week of November 30, 2026
Review Process
Applications are evaluated by each member of the RVN Education Committee who use a common rubric to assess the project’s goals. The committee will then give a final recommendation to the RVN Board of Directors.
Questions? Email education@roscoevillage.org