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Thank you for your interest in the Champion Creatively Alive Children™ mini-grant opportunity!

Download your application now or go to http://www.naesp.org/crayola.aspx

In collaboration with the National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP), Crayola is offering up to 20 mini-grants based on selected applications from elementary school principals who are members of NAESP. The applications will only be accepted from principals. If you are not the principal, please collaborate with your school's leader to develop the plan and confirm that he/she is currently a member of NAESP. If not a member, go to NAESP.org to found out how to become a member.



Applications should be sent to education@crayolamail.com or fax to 610-250-5768, ATTN: GARRITY.

Applications will be accepted until 12:00 Midnight EST, Sunday, August 15, 2010.

Grants will be announced by October 15, 2010.


Frequently Asked Questions

Briefly, what is the Champion Creatively Alive Children™ mini-grant program?
Up to 20 mini-grants will be available from Crayola to help educators explore the "What if..." opportunities that are innovative, promising practices that could inspire other educators to implement similar programs.

Why is Crayola sponsoring this program?
Crayola is inspired by educators who ignite children's abilities to bring new ideas to life. There is something magical about children's self expression. That magic occurs when education leaders develop effective ways to bring colorful wings to the invisible things that grow in the hearts and minds of children. Using their visual voices helps students engage in learning, as they share thoughts and feelings. Crayola and NAESP want to help educators find and nurture promising practices.

Who is eligible?
The application must be submitted by an elementary school principal, in the United States or Canada, who is a NAESP member and intends to be an NAESP member during 2010 - 2011 school year.  If the principal is not a member, s/he can join now at www.naesp.org.

Does my principal have to be a NAESP member?
Yes, the applying principal must be a National Association for Elementary School Principals (NAESP) member for the 2010 - 2011 school year (If not a member, please join now at www.naesp.org.)

What is the grant?
The school will receive $2,500 to implement the project and $500 worth of Crayola products. 

When will the grants be awarded?
The grants will be distributed in October 2010.

How will I know if my school awarded the grant?
The principal will be notified via email by October 15, 2010.

How do I get an application?
Online at the National Principal Resource Center - www.naesp.org/nprc

When are the applications due?
Applications should be e-mailed to education@crayolamail.com or fax to 610-250-5768, ATTN: GARRITY.  Applications will be accepted until 12:00 Midnight EST, Sunday, August 15, 2010.

What if my school does not have an art teacher?
If the school does not have a certified Art Educator, the principal should collaborate with the person who is designated within the school to teach the arts.

My principal is a member of the State affiliate association, but not the national (NAESP) - what do we do? 
The principal must also be a national NAESP member - nonmember principals can join now at www.naesp.org.

Should the applications focus on one of the five "What if..." ideas outlined in the RFP?
No, we encourage a "what if..." that addresses your school's needs.

What if my principal leaves during the 2010 - 2011 school year?
The school's new principal should join NAESP at www.naesp.org.