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James C. Kapteyn Endowment Fund
Offered by The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation
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- Who can apply
- High school teachers in the Berkshire Taconic region or Franklin County, MA, nominated by principals or heads of school.
- How much
- $12,500The winning teacher receives $12,500; their school receives an additional $2,500 grant.
- By when
- Due Feb 15, 2027Nominations are due by February 15, 2027.
Checked Oct 20, 2026
About this grant
The James C. Kapteyn Endowment Fund awards an annual Kapteyn Prize to an outstanding public or private high school teacher in the Berkshire Taconic region and Franklin County, Massachusetts. The prize recognizes educators who exemplify excellence in teaching, mentoring, and coaching, and who inspire students through exemplary character and dedication. The winner receives $12,500, and their school receives a $2,500 grant.
Eligibility details
- Notes: Principals and heads of school may nominate an outstanding educator. Nominees must be currently teaching grades 9–12, have at least seven years of high school teaching experience, and serve students in multiple capacities (e.g., coaching, advising). Schools whose nominated teachers have not received the Kapteyn Prize in the previous three years are eligible. Schools must be in the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation region (Berkshire County, MA; Columbia County, NY; Northeast Dutchess County, NY; Northwest Litchfield County, CT) or Franklin County, MA.
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