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June 16, 2003
Directory of Funding Opportunities
The funding landscape continues to change in these times of economic uncertainty, however, opportunities are out there for educators who have a well-conceived idea and solid program implementation plans. A listing of grants you might be eligible for is provided here. For updates throughout the year, visit Grants & Contests.
By Susan Brooks-Young
July 2003
Target's Local Grants Program focuses on programs in the arts, education, and prevention of family violence. Deadline: July 31.
Contact information: All application queries must be made through a local Target Store.
August 2003
NWA Sol Hirsch Education Fund Grants are for K-12 teachers, and are designed to improve instruction in meteorology. Deadline: August 1.
Contact information: NWA Education Committee, P.O. Box 15011 Baltimore MD 21282-5011, Telephone/Fax 434-296-9966; Email: NatWeaAsoc@aol.com; URL www.nwas.org/solhirsch.html.
Venture Grants from the National Geographic Society support programs that go beyonf traditional classroom environments to support children's geographic learning. Deadline: August 11.
Contact information: Venture Grants, National Geographic Education Foundation, 1145 17th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20036-4688. Email: venturegrants@ngs.org; URL www.nationalgeographic.com/foundation.
September 2003
SMARTer Kids Grants for NEC Visual Presentation Products offer discounts for the purchase of qualifying NEC visual presentation products. Deadline: September 30.
Contact information: SMART Kids Foundation. Telephone (403) 228-8565; Email: programs@smarterkids.org; URL www.smarterkids.org/.
A second grant offered by the SMART Kids Foundation, the SMARTer Kids Grants for SMART Products provides discounts for the purchase of qualifying SMART products. Deadline: September 30.
Contact information: SMART Kids Foundation. Telephone (403) 228-8565; Email: programs@smarterkids.org; URL www.smarterkids.org/.
October 2003
Toshiba Small Grants Program for K-6 Science and Math Education offers up to $5000 to programs focused on math and science. Deadline: October 1.
Contact information: Toshiba America Foundation. Telephone (212) 596-0620; Email: foundation@tai.toshiba.com; URL www.toshiba.com/taf/.
The National Science Foundation's Research Experiences for Teachers (RET) Program supports teachers' independent proposals to initiate and conduct research on strategies for incorporating instruction in engineering and technology innovations. Deadline: October 14.
Contact information: Mary F. Poats, ENG/RET Coordinator, Directorate for Engineering, Division of Engineering Education & Centers, 585 N. Telephone (703) 292-8380; Fax (703) 292-9051; Email: mpoats@nsf.gov; URL www.nsf.gov/pubsys/ods/getpub.cfm?nsf03554.
Information Technology Experiences for Students and Teachers (ITEST) Grants, sponsored by the National Science Foundation fund projects that support students and teachers in developing the skills and knowledge needed to function in and contribute to a technology-rich society. Deadline: October 17, 2003 (required preliminary proposal; full proposal due January 31, 2004)
Contact information: NSF, 4201 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA 22230. Telephone (703) 292-5111; Email: pubs@nsf.gov; URL www.nsf.gov/pubsys/ods/getpub.cfm?nsf02147.
The purpose of the NASA Office of Space Science's Initiative to Develop Education through Astronomy and Space Science (IDEAS) Grants is to fund educational outreach projects that enhance science education through astronomy and space science via collaboration between professional astronomers/space scientists and professional educators. Deadline: October 24.
Contact information: Email: ideas@stsci.edu; URL http://ideas.stsci.edu/. New applications will be posted in late June 2003.
December 2003
The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics offers several grants through the Mathematics Education Trust (MET):
Clarence Olander Grants: In-Service Training for Elementary Schools help defray the costs of professional development activities for elementary teachers. Deadline: December 5.
Dale Seymour Scholarships are made to teachers who want to increase their personal skill in teaching mathematics by taking a course. Deadline: December 5.
E. Glenadine Gibb Grants provide funds to teachers who are developing a plan that implements some aspect of the NCTM Standards in the classroom. Deadline: December 5.
Ernest Duncan Grants (teachers PreK-6) and Mary Dolciani Grants (teachers 7-12) are awarded to help teachers improve their professional practice in teaching mathematics. Deadline: December 5.
John and Stacey Wahl Grants provide funding to PreK-8 teachers developing geometry projects aligned with the NCTM Mathematics Standards. Deadline: December 5.
Theoni Pappas Incentive Grants support teachers grades 9-12 in developing mathematical enrichment materials or lessons detailing an innovative teaching unit. Deadline: December 5.
Contact information for all MET grants: Mathematics Education Trust at NCTM, 1906 Association Drive, Reston, VA 20191-9988. URL www.nctm.org/about/met/.
January 2004
Toyota TIME (Toyota's Investment in Mathematics Excellence) Grants are awarded for innovative projects that enhance mathematics education within a school. Deadline: January 8 (2003 Deadline: Check site for 2004 date).
Contact information: Telephone (888) 573-TIME; URL www.nctm.org/about/toyota/index.asp.
Community Action Grants from the American Association of University Women Educational Foundation provide seed money for a clearly defined activity that must be innovative, community-based and related to education and equity for women and girls. Deadline: January 15.
Contact information: Telephone (310) 337-1716, ext. 192; URL www.aauw.org/3000/fdnfelgra/cag.html.
The International Reading Association sponsors several grant opportunities for IRA members:
Elva Knight Research Grants fund research in reading or literacy. Deadline: January 15.
The Helen M. Robinson Grant is available to doctoral students in the early stages of their dissertation research in the area of reading and literacy. Deadline: January 15.
Nila Banton Smith Research Dissemination Support Grants assist IRA members in spending from 2 to 10 months working on a research dissemination activity to share literacy research with the education community. Deadline: January 15.
Teacher as Researcher Grants support classroom teachers in their inquiries about literacy and instruction. Deadline: January 15.
Contact information for all IRA grants listed: Research and Policy Division, International Reading Association, 800 Barksdale Road, P O Box 8139, Newark, DE 19714-8139. Telephone (302) 731-1600, ext. 226; Fax (302) 731-1057; Email: gkeating@reading.org; URL www.reading.org/awards/.
Toyota TAPESTRY Grants for Teachers are for K-12 science teachers who propose innovative one-year projects. Deadline: January (Check site for specific date).
Contact information: Toyota TAPESTRY National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) 1840 Wilson Blvd. Arlington, VA 22201-3000. Telephone (800) 807-9852; Email: tapestry@nsta.org; URL www.nsta.org/programs/tapestry/.
February 2004
The American Association of School Librarians (AASL) sponsors two grants:
The American Association of School Librarians/ Highsmith Research Grant is awarded to personal AASL members to conduct research and measure the impact of library/media programs on student learning. Deadline: February 1.
Contact information: AASL/Highsmith Research Grant, c/o American Association of School Librarians, 50 East Huron Street, Chicago IL 60611-2795; URL www.ala.org/aasl/awards.html.
ABC-CLIO Leadership Grants are awarded to AASL-affiliated school library media associations for planning and implementing leadership programs at state, regional, or local levels. Deadline: February 1.
Contact information: AASL Awards Program, 50 E. Huron Street, Chicago, IL 60611. Telephone (800) 545-2433 ext. 4383; Fax 312-664-7459; Email: dcattenh@ala.org; URL www.ala.org/aasl/awards.html.
March 2004
Arts@Work Grants support secondary level public school arts teachers who collaborate with experienced technology-using teachers and members of the business community to develop technology-infused curricula. Deadline: March 3.
Contact information: All materials are available on the Web site at www.nfie.org/programs/artsatwork.htm. Applications must be submitted electronically.
The Grant for the Enhancement of Geographic Literacy awards $2,500 to an educator who is promoting geographic literacy through integrating geography into the social studies curriculum/classroom. Deadline: March 21.
Contact information: Grant for the Enhancement of Geographic Literacy National Council for the Social Studies 8555 Sixteenth Street, Suite 500, Silver Spring, Maryland 20910. URL www.ncss.org/awards/.
April 2004
Humanities Focus Grants from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) support teachers in the study of a humanities topic during the summer or academic year with colleagues from their own school building, school district, college or university. Deadline: April 15.
Contact information: Education Development & Demonstration; Division of Research & Education Programs; National Endowment for the Humanities, Room 318, 1100 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20506. Telephone (202) 606-8380; Fax (202) 606-8394; Email: education@neh.gov; URL www.neh.gov/grants/guidelines/eep-hfg.html.
May 2004
Comprehensive School Reform Quality Initiative Grants, funded through the United States Department of Education, support the implementation of comprehensive school reforms based on scientifically based research and effective practices. Deadline: May 5.
Contact information: Dr. Irene Harwarth, U.S. Department of Education, OESE/AITQ, FB-6, Room 2W104, 400 Maryland Ave., SW., Washington, DC 20202-6200. Telephone (202) 401-3751; Email: irene.harwarth@ed.gov; URL www.tgci.com/fedrgtxt/03-6859.txt.
The National Science Foundation offers funding through the Graduate Teaching Fellows in K-12 Education to encourage graduate students and undergraduates in science, mathematics, engineering and technology to act as knowledgeable resources in K-12 schools. Deadline: Required letter of intent due May 7.
Contact information: Terry S. Woodin, Program Director, Directorate for Education & Human Resources, Division of Graduate Education, 907 N. Telephone (703) 292-8697; Fax (703) 292-9048; Email: twoodin@nsf.gov; URL www.nsf.gov/pubsys/ods/getpub.cfm?ods_key=nsf03532.
June 2004
Teacher Grants, from the National Geographic Society Education Foundation are awarded to projects that directly engage students and encourage them to understand the power and relevancy of geographic skills, the uses of geography, and spatial perspective. Deadline: June 12.
Contact information: All contact should be made through the Web site at www.nationalgeographic.com/education/teacher_community/get_grant.html#anchor_2.
The Jordan Fundamentals Grant Program makes grants to teachers and paraprofessionals of grades 6-12 focusing on any academic or vocational-technical subject. Deadline: June 15.
Contact information: Jordan Fundamentals Grant Program, Scholarship Management Services, CSFA, 1505 Riverview Road, P.O. Box 297, St. Peter, MN 56082. Telephone (507) 931-1682; Email: jordanfundamentals@csfa.org; URL www.nikebiz.com/community/we_athlete.shtml.
Multiple Deadlines/No Deadlines
Many foundations and other funding sources now accept letters of inquiry and/or proposals quarterly, semi-annually, or throughout the year.
Multiple deadlines (listed alphabetically by name of funding source)
American Honda Foundation Grant projects focus on math, science, the environment, and technology. The foundation also supports youths job-training programs. Deadlines: February 1, May 1, August 1,and November 1.
Contact information: American Honda Foundation, P.O. Box 2205, Torrance, CA 90509-2205. Telephone (310) 781-4090; Fax (310) 781-4270; URL www.honda.com.
Robert H. Michel Civic Education Grants through the Dirksen Congressional Center fund projects to develop lesson plans and/or student activities (grades 4-12) on Congress, government, and civics. Deadlines: May 1 and October 1.
Contact information: Frank H. Mackaman, Executive Director, The Dirksen Congressional Center, 301 S. Fourth Street, Suite A, Pekin, IL 61554-4219. Telephone (309) 347-7113; Email: fmackaman@dirksencenter.org ; URL www.dirksencenter.org/grantmichelciviced.htm.
The NEC Foundation of America fund grants to programs that promote the development, application, and use of technology by and for people with disabilities. Deadlines: March 1 and September 1.
Contact information: NEC Foundation of America. Telephone (516) 753-7021; URL www.necus.com/company/foundation.
Oracle's Help Us Help Grants provide computers and laser printers to outfit one, three, or five classrooms (five computers and one printer per classroom) to K-12 classrooms. Deadlines are Quarterly: last day of the month in February and August.
Contact information: Oracle Help Us Help Foundation, c/o Oracle Corporation, 500 Oracle Parkway OPL-B5, Redwood Shores, CA 94065. Telephone (866) 600.HELP (4357); Email: HelpUsHelp_us@oracle.com; URL www.helpushelp.org/pages/grant_index.html.
Toshiba Large Grants are available to teachers grades 7-12 and focus on mathematics and science. Deadlines: February 1 and August 1.
Contact information: Program Office, Toshiba America Foundation, 1251 Avenue of the Americas, 41st Fl., New York, NY 10020. URL www.toshiba.com/about/taf.html.
Westinghouse Education Grants support elementary, secondary, and high school programs that emphasize math and science. Deadlines: Awards are made quarterly.
Contact information: Lynnann S. Reid, Westinghouse Charitable Giving Program, P.O. Box 355, Pittsburgh, PA 15230-0355. URL www.westinghouse.com/E2a.asp.
The William and Flora Hewlitt Foundation's Education Grants Program supports four areas: increased student performance, use of information technology in schools; educational excellence in California schools, and technology-based delivery of teacher training and student learning. Deadline: Letters of inquiry may be sent at any time. Grants are awarded quarterly.
Contact information: All application information is available online www.hewlett.org.
No Deadlines (listed alphabetically by name of funding)
Dow Education Initiatives Grants fund national, state, or local programs that benefit Dow communities and promote systemic education reform in math and science. Priority areas are math and science, teacher training, parental involvement.
Contact information: Visit site at www.dow.com/about/corp/social/gen_fund.htm.
Educational Foundation of America Grants are available to non-profit organizations for projects that focus on education, are designed to have a broad impact, and address sustainability.
Contact information: Diane M. Allison, Executive Director, The Educational Foundation of America, 35 Church Lane, Westport, CT 06880-3515. Telephone: (203) 226-6498; Email: efa@efaw.org; URL www.efaw.org.
Home Depot sponsors At-Risk Youth Grants to help provide safe environments for students to focus on academic growth and in acquiring life skills.
Contact information: Director, Community Affairs, The Home Depot, 2455 Paces Ferry Road Atlanta, Georgia 30339. URL www.homedepot.com.
IBM supports education through IBM Grants. Although most grant proposals are initiated by IBM, unsolicited proposals are also considered. IBM's primary focus is education and technology.
Contact information: Local project contacts: http://www.ibm.com/ibm/ibmgives/grant/. For all other projects contact: Vice President, Corporate Community Relations, IBM Corporation, New Orchard Road Armonk, New York 10504.
Intel Community Grants fund programs located in Intel communities that improve teaching in math and science, increase classroom technology use, improve access to technology in classrooms, and encourage students to consider careers in technology related fields, particularly women and minorities.
Contact information: Intel Foundation, AG6-601, 5200 NE Elam Young Parkway, Hillsboro, OR 97124-6497. URL www.intel.com/community/grant.htm.
Intel's Model School Grant Program identifies schools or districts that have specific equipment needs, or an innovation program idea that can be implemented using Intel equipment.
Contact information: All information is available online. URL www.intel.com/modelschool/.
Kellogg Foundation Grants support leadership, information systems/technology, efforts to capitalize on diversity, and social and economic community development programming to targeted areas, including youth and education, and philanthropy and volunteerism.
Contact information: Mrs. Deborah A. Rey, Supervisor of Proposals Processing, W.K. Kellogg Foundation, 1 Michigan Avenue East, Battle Creek, MI 49017-4058. URL www.wkkf.org/.
Pew Charitable Trusts accepts letter of inquiry for grants to K-12 programs that focus on school reform and increased student achievement.
Contact information: Pew Charitable Trusts, 2005 Market Street, Suite 1700, Philadelphia, PA 19103-7077. Telephone (215) 575-9050; URL www.pewtrusts.com.
The Pfizer Foundation considers unsolicited grant proposals that focus on science education for students and/or teachers in communities where Pfizer is located.
Contact information: Contact the community relations or public affairs representative at a Pfizer facility for additional information. URL www.pfizer.com/pfizerinc/philanthropy/grantguide3.html.
The Public Welfare Foundation offers Disadvantaged Youth Grants to several kinds of programs: employment, training, and alternative education; early intervention; youth empowerment and leadership development; violence prevention; and advocacy and policy development.
Contact information: All initial application information is available on the Web site at www.publicwelfare.org/first_time/first_time.asp.
Innovation and Learning & Leadership Grants sponsored by the NEA Foundation for the Improvement of Education fund are now available year-round. Visit the site for updated guidelines.
Contact information: NEA Foundation, 1201 Sixteenth St., NW Suite 416, Washington, D.C. 20036-3207. URL www.nfie.org.
Tiger Woods Foundation Grants are designed to promote student achievement through early education of children and their parents, programs that focus on school-to-work transitions, or plans that look at school organization and management focusing on student needs, parent involvement, and accountability.
Contact information: Grants, 4281 Katella Ave., Ste 111, Los Alamitos, CA 90720. Telephone (714) 816-1806; Fax (714) 816-1869; Email: grants@twfound.org; URL www.twfound.org/.
Toyota USA Foundation Grants focus on programs that improve the quality of K-12 education particularly in the areas of math and science.
Contact information: Foundation Administrator, Toyota USA Foundation, A404 19001 S. Western Ave. Torrance, CA 90509. Telephone (310) 618-6766; URL www.toyota.com/html/about/community_care/usa_foundation/index.html.
Susan Brooks-Young is an educational consultant and writer.
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