The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians Foundation is currently seeking grant applications for its Technology in Schools Program, which aims to improve classroom technology for students in Santa Barbara County schools. The deadline for submitting applications for the 2024-2025 school year is April 30, 2024. Interested parties can submit their applications through the foundation’s website at www.chumash.gov/foundation.
The Technology in Schools Program allows school administrators and faculty members in Santa Barbara County to apply for funding for specific technology projects. Grants can be used for expenses such as purchasing hardware, upgrading infrastructure, incorporating high-tech resources, and enhancing curriculum offerings. Since its inception in 2015, the program has awarded more than $430,000 in grants to local schools. Recipients of the latest grants for the 2023-2024 school year include Cabrillo High School, Santa Ynez Valley Christian Academy, Carpinteria High School, Lompoc High School, Dunn School, and La Honda STEAM Academy.
The foundation’s annual charity golf tournament in 2015 contributed to funding technology grants for four local schools and led to the creation of the Technology in Schools Program. For more information on the grant application process or to access additional resources and support from the foundation, individuals can visit www.chumash.gov/foundation or contact 805-688-7997.
In addition to its philanthropic efforts towards education and community development, the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians has a rich history of giving back to local organizations and schools both nationally and internationally with donations exceeding $30 million over time.