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Cigna Foundation

August 10th, 2020|Uncategorized|

Deadline: TBA.

Funds: The program will provide up to a total of $5 million in grants to community organizations over the next year.

Eligibility: School systems and surrounding communities, including clinicians, and local and national nonprofits.

Description: The Cigna Foundation requests applications for its Healthier Kids For Our Future grant program. The program seeks to improve the health and well-being of children by reducing childhood hunger and improving nutrition, and addressing the mental health and well-being of children.

Areas: Proposed programs should include:
• Food insecurity, hunger, or nutrition education
programs.
• Mental health programs with a focus on loneliness,
anxiety, depression, and suicide prevention.

Grants will be considered for school-based or non-school-based programming and summertime programs. In some instances, multi-year requests will be considered.

Email: foundationgrants@cigna.com.

Web: www.cigna.com/about-us/corporateresponsibility/healthier-kids-for-our-future.

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Maryland Humanities

March 20th, 2019|Community Engagement, Grant Opportunities, Other Resources|

Description: Maryland Humanities provide support to organizations to explore innovative programs that spark dialogue, strive to engage new audiences, and stimulate thoughtful exchange of ideas.  Schools may apply for mini grants to support public humanities projects, documentary film, and civic education initiatives.

Deadline: March 1, July 1, and Nov. 1.

Funds: Grants up to $1,200.

Contacts: Marilyn Hatza, Program Officer, (410) 685-4187.

Email:  mhatza@mdhumanities.org

Web: www.mdhumanities.org/grants/grant-programs

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Air Force Association

March 20th, 2019|Community Engagement, Grant Opportunities, Other Resources|

Description: The Air Force Association requests applications for the following:

• AFA Educator Grants — the program supports projects that significantly influence student learning and supports the association’s mission.

• Grants for Civil Air Patrol Units — funding to support Civil Air Patrol units to advance aerospace education and STEM initiatives for
cadets and in outreach initiatives. Grants must be used for aerospace/STEM education-related items/activities such as books, CDs, equipment, or aerospace-oriented field trips, projects, programs, and events for the cadets.

• Grants for JROTC Units — funds to JROTC units to advance aerospace education in the classroom. Funds may be used for any aerospace education-related activity, from purchasing textbooks or videotapes to going on a field trip to an aerospace museum, Air Force base, or another aerospace facility.

Deadline: Educators grants accepted from Sept. 1 through Dec. 15. CAP grant deadlines are June 30 and Dec. 31, and JROTC grant deadlines are Oct. 10 and Feb. 10.

Funds: Educators grants up to $500 awards, CAP up to $250 awards, and JROTC up to $250 awards.

Eligibility: K-12 schools, Civil Air Patrol units, and JROTC units.

Contacts: Air Force Association, 1501 Lee Highway, Arlington, VA 22209; (703) 247-5800 Email: Educators grants: education@afa.org; CAP grants: afa@capnhq.gov; JROTC grants: hqopssupport@afjrotc.com

Web: www.afa.org/education/k-12-educator-grants

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The National Society for High School Scholars – Varying Deadlines

March 19th, 2019|Grant Opportunities, Other Resources|

Description: The National Society of High School Scholars provides resources to assist educators in their efforts to educate and encourage students to excel academically. The organization currently has 10 grant programs open with funds ranging from $250-$5,000. Deadlines vary by programming being applied to. See below for individual grant program details.

Deadline: Varying Deadlines.

Funds: $250 – $5,000 grants.

Eligibility: High School Educators.

 

10 Grants for High School Educators:

The National Society of High School Scholars provides resources to assist educators in their efforts to educate and encourage students to excel academically. The organization currently has 10 grant programs open with funds ranging from $250-$5,000. Deadlines vary by programming being applied to. See below for individual grant program details.

  • NSHSS Educational Conference Registration Grant: These $500 grants may be used during 2019 to help defray costs of educational conference registration, travel, and accommodations. High school teachers and counselors currently employed at a public or private high school are eligible to apply. Deadline for submission is in March.
  • NSHSS Higher Education Degree Grant: The $2,500 awards help with the costs of tuition and course-related expenses for teachers and counselors who are enrolling in university courses in summer, fall, or spring. Applicants must be Claes Nobel Educators of Distinction currently employed in a public or private high school. Deadline is in March.
  • Claes Nobel Educators of the Year: These awards of $1,000 and $5,000 recognize current Claes Nobel Educators of Distinction. Deadline for submission is in April. • NSHSS NACAC Conference Registration Grants: Funding available to enable NACAC members to attend the NACAC Annual Conference in September. Deadline to apply is in April.

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National Society of High School Scholars – Applications Will Reopen Fall 2019

February 4th, 2019|Grant Opportunities, Other Resources|

Description: The National Society of High School Scholars’ NSHSS Leadership Development Educator Grants recognize educators who exhibit commitment and passion for serving their students, school, and community.

Deadline: Applications will reopen in fall 2019.

Funds: $1,000 grants. Eligibility: Public and private high school teachers.

Eligibility:  Public and Private High School Teachers.

Areas: Funds may be used toward a service project in which the recipient participates or sponsors.

Contact: National Society of High School Scholars, 1936 North Druid Hills Road, Atlanta, GA, 30319; (866) 343-1800

Email: information@nshss.org

Web: www.nshss.org/educators/grants

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Maryland State Arts Council

February 4th, 2019|Grant Opportunities, The Arts|

Creativity Grant Applications are now open for eligible activities occurring within Fiscal Year 2019 (March 15, 2019 – June 30, 2019). Please note: Applications for eligible activities beginning in FY20 (starting July 1, 2019) can be submitted after April 1. 

Please read the guidelines thoroughly prior to completing the application to confirm eligibility and timeline.

Deadline: One Application Per Fiscal Year (July 1, – June 30).

Funds: $1,000 (min) – $3,500 (max)

Eligibility:

Independent Artists

Small Organizations (example: PTA)

Contact:  Please contact Dana Parsons at dana.parsons@maryland.gov with any questions.

 

 

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Fresh Films

August 7th, 2018|Classroom Technology, Grant Opportunities|

Description: Fresh Films requests applications for its Tech Grants program. The program provides support to educators who have a demonstrated need for technology.

Deadline: Rolling.

Funds: $300 grants.

Eligibility: K-12 Educators.

Areas: To apply, educators are asked to explain (in 300 words or less) why they need the funds for their classroom and the type of technology they want to implement. Funding may be used for the purchase of technology supplies, software, or hardware.

Email: marketing@fresh-films.com

Web: www.fresh-films.com/educators/index.php

 

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Evergreen Packaging, KidsGardening.org

February 1st, 2018|Environment, Grant Opportunities, STEM|

Deadline: April 16, 2018.

Funds: Awards range from $1,000 – $5,000.

Eligibility: PreK-12 public and private schools.

Description: Evergreen Packaging and KidsGardening.org seeks entries for the spring 2018 Carton 2 Garden contest.

The contest asks schools to collect used milk cartons and to design and construct purposeful garden items and structures using them.

Contact: See website for online contact form.

Web: https://kidsgardening.org/spring-2018-carton-2-garden-contest

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ALDI

November 7th, 2017|Athletic Programs, Community Engagement, Grant Opportunities, Health/Nutrition, The Arts|

Deadline: Rolling.

Funds: Grants range from $100 – $5,000.

Eligibility: Communities within geographic areas where ALDI has stores, offices or warehouses, and conducts business.  See website for searchable database.

Description: ALDI solicits applications for the ALDI Smart Kids Program.  The program provides funding and gift cards to organizations that promote kids being active and healthy.

Examples include physical activity, nutrition, socializing, education, and the arts.

Email: giving@aldi.us

Web: https://corporate.aldi.us/en/corporate-responsibility/aldi-smart-kids/

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Pitch In For Baseball

October 23rd, 2017|Athletic Programs, Grant Opportunities|

Deadline: Ongoing.

Funds: In-Kind donations of gloves, bats, balls, bases, catcher’s gear, and uniforms.

Eligibility: Nonprofit organizations and school-based programs.

Areas:  Proposed projects must serve economically disadvantaged kids (18 and under).

Description: Pitch In For Baseball seeks applicants for its equipment grants program.  The program seeks to give kids the joy of baseball and softball.

Additional Information:  Should your group be awarded an equipment grant, you must be able to cover the cost of shipping and related customs, taxes, or fees (international projects),

Email: info@pifb.org

Web: http://pifb.org/receive-equipment

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SpreadMusicNow

June 26th, 2017|Grant Opportunities, Music, The Arts|

Deadline:  Rolling.

Funds: Unspecified.

Eligibility: Academic Institutions, Non-Profits, Schools/School Districts.

Description:  The purpose of this program is to fund music programs that foster continual learning and put students on a clear path to college, career, and life success.  Through this program, the funding agency seeks to modernize music education initiatives by supporting projects aligned with the following strategic priorities:

  • Expanding access to high-quality music education in and out of school
  • Building awareness and support for music and arts education
  • Strengthening the capacity of the nonprofit and public music education sectors

In addition to demonstrating a commitment to funding agency strategic priorities, supported projects should build strong connections between in-school and out-of-school learning experiences, which contribute to a child’s overall well-being as well as the development of musical skills.

Contact:  SpreadMusicNow, P.O. Box 1330, Redding, CT 06875, (203) 938-9000.

Email:  admin@spreadmusicnow.org

Web: www.spreadmusicnow.org/advisory-board.html

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The WaWa Foundation

June 1st, 2017|Community Engagement, Grant Opportunities, Health/Nutrition|

Deadline: ongoing for letters of inquiry.

Funds: Grants up to $2,500.  The Foundation also makes in-kind product donations.

Description:  The WaWa Foundation provides support in the ares of health, hunger, and everyday heroes.

Contact:  The WaWa Foundation, 260 W. Baltimore Pike, WaWa, PA 19063.

Email: online email form located on website.

Web: www.thewawafoundation.org/our-impact/types-of-support

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PHIT America

May 24th, 2017|Athletic Programs, Grant Opportunities, Health/Nutrition|

Deadline: TBA.

Funds: Grants range from $1,000 – $5,000.

Eligibility: Elementary Schools.

Areas:  To apply, schools must indicate the need of their students to develop their motor skills, reduce obesity, and increase physical literacy and fitness

Funds may be used for equipment, facilities, professional development for adults, and programs that increase students’ physical activity to the recommended 60 minutes or more per day.

Description:  PHIT America, ASICS America Corporation, and KIDS in the GAME solicit applications for the PHIT America GO! Grants program.

The program helps schools that are in desperate need of gear, programming, or training for their physical activity programs.

Contact:  KIDS in the GAME, 875 S.E. 3rd St., Suite #240, Bend, OR 97702; (541) 508-3966.

Email:  info@kidsinthegame.org

Web: www.kidsinthegame.org/go-grant-school-activity-grants

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Charles Stewart Mott Foundation

May 24th, 2017|Classroom Support, Community Engagement, Grant Opportunities|

Deadline: Rolling for letters of inquiry.

Funds: Varies by request.

Eligibility: Charitable, educational, and governmental organizations.

Areas:  Funding is available for:

  • Advancing afterschool programs that increase access to quality educational opportunities for all children.
  • Graduating high school programs that work to increase high school graduation and college-and career-readiness outcomes for youth.
  • Youth engagement programs that provide more meaningful opportunities for young people to participate in their schools, communities, and the economy.

Description:  The Charles Stewart Mott Foundation make grants to help all children, especially those in underserved communities, acquire the knowledge, skills, and behaviors they need to succeed in college, career pathways, and life.

Contact:  Office of Proposal Entry, Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, Mott Foundation Building, 501 S. Saginaw St., Suite 1200, Flint, MI 48502-1851; (810) 238-5651.

Web: www.mott.org/work/grantseekers

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Staples, Inc.

May 15th, 2017|Classroom Support, Community Engagement, Grant Opportunities, Other Resources|

Deadline: Rolling.

Funds: Grants up to $25,000.

Eligibility: Nonprofit organizations.

Areas:  Before submitting a grant proposal, potential applicants must be nominated by a local Staples associate.

Description:  Staples, Inc. provides funding for nonprofit organizations focused on education or job skills.  Grants support a range of education and job skills programs, such as tutoring for pediatric cancer patients, skills development for individuals with disabilities, school supplies, and mentoring.

Email:  foundationinfo@staples.com

Web: www.staples.com/sbd/cre/marketing/about_us/2-million-and-change.html

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