2026 SIPA Endowment Technology Grant Application

2026 SIPA Endowment Technology Grant Application

Applicants must be a current SIPA member adviser. Please limit requests to one grant proposal per adviser. Applications are due by November 1.
Grant funds may not be used for organizational memberships or field trips.
However, technology grant funds may be used for items such as:
- Hardware and software
- Equipment (e.g. cameras, lenses, microphones, etc.)
- Virtual platforms and journalism apps
- Program subscriptions (e.g. Adobe Creative Cloud)
- Hot spots and internet access
- Online curriculum, textbooks or instructional tools
Adviser name
Adviser email address
School name
What media do you advise? Check all that apply
What is the name of your publication?
If you advise more than one publication, list them here. Indicate the medium in parentheses (e.g., Reflections, yearbook)
Describe the nature of your publication class
Percentage of free/reduced lunch at your school
You can obtain this from your Cafeteria Manager.
Current school enrollment (ADM)
You can obtain this from your Data Manager.
What does your journalism classroom need?
Please list specific equipment/software names and prices.
Will the grant award ($2000) cover the entire cost of the purchase?
Please explain. If your school or publication budget will supplement or match the award, please explain that as well.
Describe how you will use this equipment/software.

150 words or less0/150
How will this equipment/software impact your program?

150 words or less0/150
By checking YES, you certify that the information presented is accurate and that the requested items are compatible with your school system's technology standards. You also agree that all items purchased will be inventoried and become property of your school.
By checking YES, you understand that the grant award must be spent by January 15, 2026, and a grant impact package (mailed to the grant recipient) must be submitted to SIPA by February 15, 2022.
Check YES if you agree to the following statement: "If I receive grant funding, I agree to film a short video presentation for the 2022 SIPA convention about my grant-funded project."
Please share any additional details about your program that may support your application.
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