Faculty and Staff Grants
Empowering innovation and enriching education.
At East High, we believe that great ideas deserve great support. That’s why the Faculty & Staff Grants Committee—a dedicated team of volunteer parents and community members—reviews applications each October to fund innovative projects that inspire and elevate student learning.
Each year, the East Angel Foundation (EAF) awards approximately $50,000 in grants to bring fresh, creative ideas to life, made possible by the generosity of parents, alumni, and the greater East High community.
In the 2024-25 school year, EAF proudly approved 24 grants, impacting nearly 2,000 East Angels across various academic, artistic, and extracurricular programs.
For Faculty & Staff: Dream Big, Teach Boldly
EAF encourages you to think beyond budget limitations and propose creative, impactful projects that enhance learning experiences. Whether you want to integrate cutting-edge technology, unique materials, or experiential learning opportunities, we want to support your vision.
By applying for an EAF grant, you can:
- Increase your impact—bring dynamic learning experiences to your students
- Energize your teaching—explore new approaches and tools
- Cultivate a positive learning environment—support student engagement and success
Interested in applying? Reach out to grants@eastangelfoundation.org to discuss your ideas!
Empower Excellence at East High: Support Our Teachers and Students
Your support opens doors to extraordinary learning opportunities at East High School. Our dedicated teachers have innovative ideas ready to inspire students – from hands-on science experiments to advanced technology programs – but they need your help to bring these projects to life.
When you contribute to EAF, you directly enhance our students’ educational experience by:
- Funding innovative classroom projects
- Providing cutting-edge learning tools
- Supporting hands-on learning experiences
- Enabling creative teaching initiatives
Three Ways to Make an Impact:
- Make a one-time or recurring donation to our Faculty & Staff Grants Fund
- Sponsor a specific classroom project that matches your interests or expertise
- Share this opportunity with fellow alumni and community members who value educational excellence
Every gift, regardless of size, helps create the dynamic learning environment our students deserve. Join us in shaping the future of education at East High School.
Have an idea? Let’s make it happen. Reach out at grants@eastangelfoundation.org.
2024-25 Funded Programs
Arts – $14,000
Impact: 530 students
- Contributed to a new piano for Choir
- Sheet music for instrumental programs
- Guest artists for Theater
- Smart glasses to enhance creative projects
- Framing for Visual Arts displays in East High halls
Business & Engineering – $9,800
Impact: 221 students
- Video & podcasting equipment for Broadcast Journalism
- Laser engraver for Woodshop
- Robotics competition materials for Engineering
Counseling & Social Work – $12,770
Impact: 466 students
- Life skills cooking class for Special Education students
- University visits for AVID students
- Art projects for Unified students
Other Academic Programs – $6,957
Impact: 733 students
- Materials & fees for a new Science Honors Research class
- Film festival tickets for all interested students
- Online program fees for the World Language department
- Training equipment that helped East win the 2024 inaugural eSports State Championship
Thank You, East Faculty & Staff!
Your dedication to innovative teaching makes all the difference. Keep pushing boundaries, exploring new ideas, and inspiring the next generation of learners. EAF is here to support you.