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Grant Information and Websites
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The websites and information below are resources for educators seeking grants. Please check here often as this site will be updated on a regular basis. |
| Alcoa Foundation |
URL: http://www.alcoa.com/global/en/community/info_page/foundation.asp |
| Alcoa Foundation is a global resource that actively invests in the quality of life in Alcoa communities worldwide. With nearly $411 million invested since our inception in 1952, Alcoa Foundation has positioned itself as a source of positive community change and enhancement. |
| Allen Foundation |
URL: http://www.allenfoundation.org/ |
| Allen Foundation supports educational nutrition programs with priority given to training programs for children and young adults to improve their health and development. Grants range from $2,000 to $1 million. Schools and school districts that partner with nonprofits to from nutrition education programs are eligible. Deadline is on-going. |
| American Library Association |
URL: http://www.ala.org/ala/ppo/currentprograms/wethepeople/wepeople.htm |
The We the People Bookshelf Project is a joint initiative, between the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) and the American Library Association (ALA) Public Programs Office to encourage young people to read and understand classic books in the K-12 reading levels while exploring themes in American history, culture and ideas. A collection of 15 books is awarded to school (K-12) and public libraries located in the United States and its territories, through a competitive grant application.
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| Annenberg Foundation |
URL: http://www.annenbergfoundation.org/grants/ |
The Annenberg Foundation exists to advance public well-being through improved communication. As a principal means of achieving this goal, the Foundation encourages the development of more effective ways to share ideas and knowledge.
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| Aramco Educators to Saudi Arabia Program |
URL: http://www.iie.org/programs/aramco/ |
The Aramco Educators to Saudi Arabia Program aims to cultivate a greater awareness and understanding of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in U.S. primary and secondary schools and communities. Additionally, the Aramco Educators to Saudi Arabia Program seeks to encourage teachers to establish creative means of sharing this understanding with their students, colleagues and communities.
The Aramco Educators to Saudi Arabia Program will examine Saudi education, culture, history and global relations through site visits, panel discussions and cultural activities in the cities of Dhahran, Riyadh and Jiddah. Upon returning to the U.S., participants will implement an interdisciplinary impact plan drawing on their program experiences. |
| Barnes & Noble |
URL: http://www.barnesandnobleinc.com/our_company/sponsorship/sponsorship_local/donations_local.html |
Barnes & Noble considers requests for local and regional support with non-profit organizations that focus on literacy, the arts or education (K - 12). We also seek sponsorship opportunities where we can partner with organizations that focus their core businesses on higher learning, literacy and the arts. We assess the merit of each request on an individual basis.
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| Braitmayer Foundation |
URL: http://www.braitmayerfoundation.org/guid.htm |
The Foundation is interested in K-12 education throughout the United States. Of particular interest are:
Curricular and school reform initiatives.
Preparation of and professional development opportunities for teachers, particularly those which encourage people of high ability and diverse background to enter and remain in K-12 teaching.
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| Captain Planet |
URL: http://www.captainplanetfdn.org/grants.html |
| The Captain Planet Foundation will fund as many projects as its annual resources allow. Please read the following guidelines thoroughly if you would like to seek funding from us. In order to maximize the impact of Foundation funds, the Board of Trustees limits their grant awards to those applications which comply with the following guidelines. |
| Catawba Valley Community Foundation |
URL: http://www.nccommunityfoundation.org/affiliates/northwestern/catawba_valley/grants_apply.php |
The 2008 Catawba Valley Community Foundation Unrestricted Grant application is now available with a deadline of Thursday, September 25, 2008 at 5:00. The 2008 application has been revised and previous versions will not be accepted or considered.
Proposals are sought in support of broad charitable purposes in the areas of arts and humanities, education, the environment, health, human services, public and societal benefit, and youth development. Monies are available for non-profit organizations addressing these needs in Catawba, Caldwell and Alexander counties.
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| Channing Bete Company |
URL: http://www.channing-bete.com/funding/index.php |
| On these pages, you`ll find listings for private foundations, government sources, and other organizations that are currently accepting grant proposals, along with a link to a brief description and a summary of program requirements for each opportunity. |
| Christopher Columbus Awards |
URL: http://www.christophercolumbusawards.com/intro.htm |
Today`s middle school students are the Innovation Generation — everyday kids with untapped potential who are creative problem-solvers. Unlocking that potential is the mission of the Christopher Columbus Awards program, a cutting-edge national competition that combines science and technology with community problem-solving in a real-world setting.
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| Donors Choose |
URL: http://www.donorschoose.org/locale0/about.php?page=how_works |
| DonorsChooseSM is a simple way to provide students in need with resources that our public schools often lack. At this not-for-profit web site, teachers submit project proposals for materials or experiences their students need to learn. |
| Earthwatch Institute |
URL: http://www.earthwatch.org/site/pp.asp?c=dsJSK6PFJnH&b=393837 |
| Educator fellowships are awarded through a competitive application process. Applications are considered based on available funding in the applicant`s geographic region, financial need, and the benefits that would result from participating on an Earthwatch expedition. |
| Education World |
URL: http://www.educationworld.com/a_curr/profdev/profdev039.shtml |
| Many educators have found that outside funding, in the form of grants, allows them to provide their students with educational experiences and materials their own districts can’t afford. Learn how they get those grants -- and how you can get one too! |
| Educational Tools |
URL: http://www.educationaltools.org/ |
| Our goal at Educational Tools, Inc. is to establish an ongoing partnership with each of our schools throughout the communities we serve. Our objective is to help in enriching academic programs nation wide. |
| Environmental Protection Agency |
URL: http://www.epa.gov/enviroed/grants.html |
Environmental Education Grants Program
The Grants Program sponsored by EPA’s Office of Environmental Education supports environmental education projects that enhance the public’s awareness, knowledge, and skills to help people make informed decisions that affect environmental quality. EPA awards grants each year based on funding appropriated by Congress. Annual funding for the program ranges between $2 and $3 million. More than 75 percent of the grants awarded by this program receive less than $15,000.
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| ExxonMobil |
URL: http://www.exxonmobil.com/Corporate/Citizenship/gcr_education_k12ed.asp |
K-12 Science & Math Education
ExxonMobil believes that the primary grade level is a crucial time to reach students and cultivate an interest in math and science courses. That is why we have a strong interest in improving educational programs, activities, and opportunities in science and mathematics for students and teachers.
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| Federal Express |
URL: http://www.federalexpress.com/us/about/responsibility/community/guidelines.html?link=4 |
Education
Education is vital to the future of our communities and to FedEx. FedEx works extensively with programs such as Junior Achievement and Adopt-A-School. We also support organizations that enhance education in the following areas: technology, global economics and trade, cultural diversity and innovative programs that enhance learning.
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| Grants.gov |
URL: http://www.grants.gov/ |
| Grants.gov allows organizations to electronically find and apply for more than $400 billion in Federal grants. Grants.gov is THE single access point for over 1,000 grant programs offered by all Federal grant making agencies. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is proud to be the managing partner for Grants.gov, an initiative that is having an unparalleled impact on the grant community. |
| Hewlett Packard |
URL: http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/grants/focus.html |
HP is committed to making the benefits of technology accessible to all people as a means to learn, work and thrive. Through grants of HP technology to non-profit organizations and primary and secondary schools, especially in communities where HP has a presence, and to colleges and universities around the world, HP seeks to promote educational opportunities and strengthen non-profit organizations addressing long-term societal needs.
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| Lowe`s Toolbox for Education |
URL: http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?action=pg&p=AboutLowes/Community |
| Lowe’s recognizes the importance of parent involvement in education. To empower parents and further encourage their involvement in their children`s schools, we have established the Lowe`s Toolbox for Education grant program to fund school improvement projects initiated by parents. |
| Lowes Outdoor Classroom |
URL: http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?action=pg&p=AboutLowes/outdoor/index.html |
| Lowe’s Charitable and Educational Foundation, International Paper and National Geographic Explorer! classroom magazine have partnered to create an outdoor classroom grant program to provide schools with additional resources to improve their science curriculum by engaging students in hands-on experiences outside the traditional classroom. |
| National Center for Technology Innovation |
URL: http://www.nationaltechcenter.org/ |
The National Center for Technology Innovation (NCTI), funded by the U.S. Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP), advances learning opportunities for individuals with disabilities by fostering technology innovation.
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| National Council for the Social Studies |
URL: http://www.socialstudies.org/awards/ |
| Since 1983, National Council for the Social Studies has annually honored the outstanding performance of teachers and encouraged unique and innovative social studies education projects through its award programs. NCSS, which defines social studies as "the integrated study of the social sciences and humanities to promote civic competence," engages and supports educators in strengthening and advocating social studies at all levels and in all settings. |
| National Council of Teachers of Mathematics |
URL: http://www.nctm.org/about/met/international.htm |
| The Mathematics Education Trust announces a grant from contributions to the International Development Fund, which MET established in 1999 to advance the teaching of school mathematics (grades K–12 or equivalent) in developing countries. |
| National Endowment for the Arts |
URL: http://www.arts.gov/grants/apply/GAP07/LearningintheArts.html |
| The Learning in the Arts for Children and Youth category offers funding for projects that help children and youth acquire appreciation, knowledge, and understanding of and skills in the arts. Projects must provide participatory learning and engagement of students with skilled artists, teachers, and excellent art. |
| National Science Teachers Association |
URL: http://www.nsta.org/dcat |
Innovative middle level science programs
This award will recognize and honor excellence in a science program developed and implemented by middle level science teachers, grades K-12 |
| NC Drop Out Prevention Grant |
URL: http://www.ncpublicschools.org/racg/resources/prevention |
The North Carolina General Assembly has appropriated $15 million in grant
monies to support programs and initiatives that target students at risk of
dropping out of school. The Committee on Dropout Prevention has been charged
by the General Assembly with awarding the grants under this program. Grant
applications are available online at
http://www.ncpublicschools.org/racg/resources/prevention
The 2008 legislative law concerning Dropout Prevention Grants has changed
significantly from 2007. One criterion to note: the law stipulates that 2007
Dropout Prevention Grant applicants CANNOT apply for a 2008 Dropout
Prevention Grant (Section 7.14.[c][3].) Only LEAs, schools, local agencies,
and nonprofit organizations that did not apply in 2007 are eligible for
these grants.
Grants will vary in amounts up to a maximum of $150,000. The grants will be
for innovative programs and initiatives that target students at risk of
dropping out of school and demonstrate the potential to be developed into
effective, sustainable and coordinated dropout prevention and re-entry
programs in middle schools and high schools. Grants will be geographically
distributed throughout the state and the eight educational regions. Priority
will be given to counties that did not receive funds in 2008. Priority also
will be given to grants serving students in local schools that have a
four-year cohort graduation rate of less than 65 percent.
To assist applicants with the application process, technical assistance
meetings have been scheduled in each of the eight educational regions.
Locations, dates and times for each meeting can be found online at
http://www.ncpublicschools.org/racg/resources/prevention by clicking on the
Registration Form for Technical Assistance Meetings link. The meetings
include a question and answer session.
If you have specific questions about the grant application or selection
process, please contact Debora Sydnor, Section Chief, Raising
Achievement/Closing Gaps, NCDPI, 919.807.3925 or dsydnor@dpi.state.nc.us.
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| NEA Grants |
URL: http://www.neafoundation.org/grants.htm |
The NEA Foundation supports a variety of efforts by teachers, education support professionals, and higher education faculty and staff to improve student learning in the nation`s public schools, colleges, and universities.
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| North Carolina Community Foundation |
URL: http://www.nccommunityfoundation.org/ |
| The Foundation uses its assets to fund charitable, benevolent, cultural, religious, civic, moral and educational programs. Nonprofit organizations in Alexander, Burke, Caldwell and Catawba counties are encouraged to apply. |
| Project Learning Tree Greenworks Grant |
URL: http://www.plt.org/cms/pages/21_22_21.html |
Principals and teachers looking for ideas that enhance learning and also earn great press check out this grant opportunity. Project Learning Tree, an environmental education program of the American Forest Foundation, offers GreenWorks! grants that engage educators and their students with their local community in "learning-by-doing" environmental projects. The funding deadline for Fall 2007 grants is October 31. Grants up to $5,000 are available. For more, go to www.plt.org.
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| Public Welfare Foundation |
URL: http://www.publicwelfare.org/news/news/fund_2006.asp |
| The Youth Program promotes the positive development of young people through improving access to quality education and training, adequate health services, leadership development, and empowerment. |
| School Funding Center |
URL: http://schoolfundingcenter.info/ |
GRANT INFORMATION FOR A FEE!
More than 110,000 school grants are awarded to both individual U.S. campuses and entire districts each year. We monitor more than 4000 websites, newsletters, and other grant sources to give you |
| State Farm Foundation |
URL: http://www.statefarm.com/about/part_spos/grants/cogrants.asp |
| State Farm® is committed to meeting the needs of our communities by focusing our giving in three areas: Safe Neighbors (safety), Strong Neighborhoods (community development), and Education Excellence (education). |
| Technical Assistance and Dissemination To Improve Services and Results for Children With Disabilities-- |
URL: http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&oppId=13158 |
| This program promotes academic achievement and improves results for children with disabilities by supporting technical assistance, model demonstration projects, dissemination of useful information, and implementation activities that are supported by scientifically based research. |
| The History Channel |
URL: http://www.saveourhistory.com/awards/get_involved.html |
Each year, The History Channel recognizes and rewards teachers and students who demonstrate an exceptional commitment to exploring and preserving their local history. The National Honors Contest will return in 2006/2007, so we encourage you to begin thinking about your community preservation project now!
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| Toyota International Teacher Program |
URL: http://www.iie.org/Template.cfm?&Template=/programs/toyota/default.htm |
| Toyota values education as the foundation for excellence in people, products and the environment. In recognition of this core value, Toyota has contributed $258 million since 1991 to a variety of philanthropic programs in the U.S., with nearly 50% supporting education. |
| Toyota Tapestry |
URL: http://www.toyota.com/about/community/education/tapestry.html |
| Sponsored by Toyota and administered by National Science Teachers Association, Toyota TAPESTRY is the largest K-12 science teacher grant program in the nation, providing 50 grants of up to $10,000 each to K-12 science teachers, as well as a minimum of 20 mini-grants of up to $2,500 each for projects smaller in scope. |
| Tyco Electronics Foundation |
URL: http://www.tycoelectronics.com/aboutus/community/vision.asp |
Education
The Foundation makes direct grants for programs that address a business or community concern of Tyco Electronics. Organizations that support pre-college math and science education receive special attention. The Foundation will not provide funds for administrative or overhead expenses related to Foundation-funded research.
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| U.S. Department of Education |
URL: http://www.bridgemultimedia.com/edtechgrants/ |
| The Ed-Tech Online web site is a free, comprehensive and easy-to-use grant directory which State and Local Education Agencies (SEAs and LEAs) can use to learn more about U.S. Department of Education technology grants for states, districts and local schools. |
| United Arts Council for Catawba County |
URL: http://www.artscatawba.org/grants1.html |
The United Arts Council of Catawba County offers numerous opportunities for individuals and organizations to receive funding to promote the arts, science and history. The United Arts Council of Catawba County is pleased to announce that we have 2006-2007 Staff Development funds available to our members. These grants are made available for registration fees to conferences and workshops that enhance the ability of both professionals and volunteers to manage their organizations.
Funds are available on a first come basis for workshops attended from July 1, 2006 through June 30, 2007. If your organization would like to apply for a Staff Development grant, please contact me at 324-4906 or bishopa@charterinternet.com
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| United Arts Council of Catawba County |
URL: http://www.artscatawba.org/ |
Seeking to support area artists, the UAC has created a funding opportunity known as Innovative Project Grants from the monies raised during a silent art auction held each year during the annual fundraising event known as the Mercedes Gala. These grants are available for innovative and creative projects, with collaborative efforts encouraged. The purpose of these grants is to create exposure and a focus on Catawba County’s support of its artists.
Deadline March 23, 2007 |
| US Dept. Of Education (DOED) |
URL: http://www.ed.gov/index.jhtml |
| The U.S. Department of Education (ED) is providing nearly $38 billion this year to states and school districts, primarily through formula-based grant programs, to improve elementary and secondary schools and meet the special needs of students. ED is providing about $2.5 billion to help strengthen teaching and learning in colleges and other postsecondary institutions and over $4 billion to support rehabilitation, adult education, research and development, statistics, and assessment. |
| Verizon Foundation |
URL: http://foundation.verizon.com/08003.shtml |
| In early 2006, Verizon and MCI merged the exceptional assets of their corporate foundations, including Verizon MarcoPolo, a leading educational program that provides more than 45,000 free online K-12 educational resources to help teachers prepare students for success in the 21st Century. |
| Wilbooks |
URL: http://www.wilbooks.com/title1/ |
| Wilbooks makes available to Title I schools all of our books through a special program. Wilbooks will donate 1 free book for each book you buy at our normal price. Title I schools that order a minimum of 100 books at our regular price may select an equal quantity of books that Wilbooks will donate to their school. You even get to select all of the titles! |
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