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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who can apply for a grant?

A: The guidelines for applicants change each cycle, please be sure to look for updates on http://www.epak.org/teachers.php or contact your site liaison.

Q: What if I don’t receive a verification email?

A: If you have applied online and do not receive a verification email first look in your Spam or Junk Mail Folder. If it s not there, contact wchen@epak.org. Please be sure to save a copy of your application so that it is not lost in the process.

Q: How do I turn in receipts if I am part of a group?

A: Please submit a copy of the receipt for the check you wrote (e.g. to Ravenswood) as well as a copy of the receipt for the item(s) purchatsed.

Q: Can I apply for a field trip, even if I might not go for a few months?

A: It is recommended that you apply for a field trip that will occur within the grant cycle. However, if your field trip occurs after the grant cycle you may still be able to pay for the transportation/tickets ahead of time (during the grant cycle0. Please take this into consideration when applying for your grant.

Q: I did not use the full amount of my grant, what do I do with the leftover money?

A: If you do not use the full amount funded, you may either return a check for the difference or email tami@epak.org to add items to your original grant application.

Q: What happens if I lose my receipts?

A: If you lose your receipts please contact your site liaison. They will come to your site and take a record of the items you purchased, then match it to your grant application.