RYAN FAMILY FUND ART Grant

Judy Ryan, a White Bear Lake resident, taught elementary art school for more than 35 years. Throughout her life, her passion has been to instill the value of the arts in young people. In honor of Mrs. Ryan, she and her children have established a fund with the WBLAEF to benefit elementary students in White Bear Lake. The Ryan Family Fund helps supplement art instruction in the local elementary schools.

Applicant Eligibility & Grant terms

Application deadline: Tuesday, October 8, 2024.

Who May Apply:

Applications will be accepted from licensed elementary teachers currently employed by the White Bear Lake Area School District. If you are unsure of eligibility, please call the Foundation office.

Selection Process:  The Ryan family will select the proposals that best improve and enhance art programs for the students in the school district. Applicants may be contacted if more information is needed. The Ryan family will make recommendations to the WBLAEF Board of Directors for approval of grant funding.

Terms:

  • The Ryan Family Fund Art Grants are designated for K-5 classrooms within the White Bear Lake Area School District.

  • Grants will help fund instructional materials, art supplies, and Artists-in-Residence costs; unused items must remain at the school where the grant was awarded.

  • The maximum award is $500 per individual or team.

  • If a recipient is not employed by the district at the time the award is funded, funds will revert to the Ryan Family Art Grant fund.

  • Expenses are reimbursed after submitting a reimbursement form with original receipts to the WBLAEF office. CLICK HERE to submit the reimbursement request.

  • Evaluation: A written results-based evaluation of the project or a 3 to 5 minute presentation to the Foundation Board is required within two months of the project’s completion. Evaluations or presentations must be submitted or arranged with the WBLAEF office. CLICK HERE to submit the evaluation.

Questions? - Please contact the WBLAEF office at 651-407-7696.

APPLY HERE

Complete the online application below. Please have your building principal review the project prior to submitting this application, with agreement that the project aligns with district goals.