Wells Fargo supports organizations working to strengthen communities by addressing vital needs and issues in the areas of community development, education and human services. In New York State, the counties of Dutchess, Manhattan, Nassau, Rockland, Suffolk and Westchester are eligible to apply. Funding priorities for New York include: organizations and programs that work to eliminate the pre-K - 12th grade achievement gap in public education through curriculum-based or school-sponsored programs, support for post-secondary education, academic and community outreach to Pre-K - 12 children, social and human care organizations involved in issues including child care, day care, health services and education, social services, and basic needs assistance, cause-related sponsorship requests will also be considered. Eligible organizations include non-profits, as well as qualified tribal and governmental agencies, including public school systems. There is a rolling deadline for funding. For additional information, go to: https://www.wellsfargo.com/about/charitable/ny_guidelines .
Responsible Sports, a philanthropic program of insurance company Liberty Mutual, is accepting applications from youth sports organizations in the U.S. to participate in its Responsible Sports Community Grant program. To be eligible for the program, league administrators must first register their youth sports organization at the Responsible Sports Web site. Then, coaches, parents, administrators, and youth sports supporters can participate in the Responsible Sports Parenting and/or Responsible Coaching coursework. Participants who then pass the ten-question Responsible Sport Parenting quiz or Responsible Coaching quiz can credit the successfully passed quiz to their favorite youth sports league. Applicant organizations must be a registered non-profit, traditional youth sport organization recognized by the governing bodies of their sport(s). Organizations must serve the community at large and must be open to the general public. For the fall 2011 Responsible Sports Community Grants program, organizations will compete for grants in three categories. Large organizations of one hundred or more players will compete for one of seven grants of $2,500; small organizations of one hundred players or under will compete for one of seven grants of $2,500; and school/educational organizations (school athletic programs) will compete for one of six grants of $5,000. See the Responsible Sports Web site for complete program information, coursework and quiz, and application procedures: http://www.libertymutualgroup.com/omapps/ContentServer?pagename=LMGroup/Views/LMG .
Monday, October 24, 2011
Thursday, October 20, 2011
College Scholarships and Assistance
Scholarships and Assistance for College (December Deadlines)
The American Association of Physics Teachers Barbara Lotze Scholarships offers funds for future high school physics teachers. The maximum award is $2,000. U.S. citizens attending U.S. schools as undergraduates enrolled, or planning to enroll, in physics teacher preparation curricula, and U.S. high school seniors entering such programs are eligible to apply for funds. The deadline is December 1, 2011. For more information, visit: http://www.aapt.org/Programs/grants/lotze.cfm
Manhattan Family Court will have knowledgeable professionals on hand in the court building to help high school juniors and seniors look for, select, and apply to college. The volunteers will meet with the youth's families and support teams to explain the college options, help them write their applications and find all the financial aid they're entitled to, and find SAT preparation help, among other assistance. For more information please contact Melissa Wade at 646-386-5639 or mwade@courts.state.ny.us.
The Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) gives over 4,000 scholarships each year to students going to four-year universities, community colleges and graduate schools. College-bound students of all levels who are citizens or legal permanent residents are eligible to apply. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA (3.3 GPA for
the Gates Millennium Scholars Program) and plan to be enrolled full time in the fall of 2012. All majors are encouraged to apply. HSF offers close to 150 HSF scholarship programs available to you, including the Gates Millennium Scholars Program. Scholarship amounts range from $1,000 to $15,000. Applications are due December 2011. For an application, go to: http://www.youthsuccessnyc.org/PDF/2011-2012_hispanic_scholarship_fund.pdf
The American Association of Physics Teachers Barbara Lotze Scholarships offers funds for future high school physics teachers. The maximum award is $2,000. U.S. citizens attending U.S. schools as undergraduates enrolled, or planning to enroll, in physics teacher preparation curricula, and U.S. high school seniors entering such programs are eligible to apply for funds. The deadline is December 1, 2011. For more information, visit: http://www.aapt.org/Programs/grants/lotze.cfm
Manhattan Family Court will have knowledgeable professionals on hand in the court building to help high school juniors and seniors look for, select, and apply to college. The volunteers will meet with the youth's families and support teams to explain the college options, help them write their applications and find all the financial aid they're entitled to, and find SAT preparation help, among other assistance. For more information please contact Melissa Wade at 646-386-5639 or mwade@courts.state.ny.us.
The Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) gives over 4,000 scholarships each year to students going to four-year universities, community colleges and graduate schools. College-bound students of all levels who are citizens or legal permanent residents are eligible to apply. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA (3.3 GPA for
the Gates Millennium Scholars Program) and plan to be enrolled full time in the fall of 2012. All majors are encouraged to apply. HSF offers close to 150 HSF scholarship programs available to you, including the Gates Millennium Scholars Program. Scholarship amounts range from $1,000 to $15,000. Applications are due December 2011. For an application, go to: http://www.youthsuccessnyc.org/PDF/2011-2012_hispanic_scholarship_fund.pdf
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
Youth and Community Grant Opps June 2011
The Ruddie Memorial Youth Foundation is accepting applications for its Youth Program Evaluation Grants. The program is designed to fund the evaluation of innovative youth programs or services with the purpose of identifying which programs and services are most effective. The foundation seeks to support programs that are innovative and have a potentially replicable service concept; are offered by small or medium non-profit organizations (operating budget of less than $5 million); promote scholastic, professional, athletic, and/or other excellence in youth; and provide youth with new opportunities for health, personal growth, and success. Grant awards will range from $5,000 to $25,000 each. The deadline for the grant application is July 27. To obtain additional information and an application, visit: http://www.rmyf.org/content.cfm?u=our_grants.
The Best Buy Children’s Foundation Community Grants program allows teams of Best Buy employees across the U.S. to select non-profit organizations working to help teens excel in school and develop life and leadership skills. This year, the Best Buy Children's Foundation will provide a total of $2 million in community grants. Best Buy seeks applications from organizations that have current 501(c)(3) tax status and serve a diverse population of young teens in the areas of learning, life skills, and leadership. Special consideration will be given to programs that provide youth with access to opportunity through technology. To be eligible, non-profit organizations must be located within fifty miles of a Best Buy store or regional distribution center. Applicants should serve a diverse population in local or regional communities; aim to build social, academic, leadership, and/or life skills in early adolescents (primarily ages 13 to 17); show positive results against a demonstrated community need; and reach at-risk children in working families. Grant amounts will average between $4,000 and $6,000 and will not exceed $10,000. The online grant application submission process will open on July 1, 2011, and close on August 1, 2011.Visit the Best Buy Web site for complete program guidelines and application information http://www.bestbuy-communityrelations.com/our_foundation.htm .
The Catalog for Giving is a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming the lives of New York City’s underserved children. The Catalog identifies, funds, and supports innovative, community-based start-up organizations that provide education and life skills to at-risk youth and in doing so, set them on new paths to success. Every three years, the Catalog selects ten programs to become “member organizations.” Selected organizations will be funded for three years. The funding is generally in the vicinity of $30,000-60,000 per fiscal year. Only organizations that meet all of the following criteria are eligible. Organizations must have as their primary mission the provision of direct services to low-income children or teens; have an operating budget between $150,000 and $1.5 million per fiscal year; be a certified 501(c)3 non-profit organization; be independent and not a subsidiary or branch of a national organization; be located and operate within New York City; and have been in existence for at least 2 years, but no more than 10 years. The application is due no later than 5:00 pm on June 30. For additional information, and to request an application, contact: The Catalog for Giving of New York City, 1115 Broadway, Suite 1200, New York, NY 10010, T 212-765-8212, F 212-765-8190, development@cfgnyc.org,
Twitter: @Catalog4Giving.
The Best Buy Children’s Foundation Community Grants program allows teams of Best Buy employees across the U.S. to select non-profit organizations working to help teens excel in school and develop life and leadership skills. This year, the Best Buy Children's Foundation will provide a total of $2 million in community grants. Best Buy seeks applications from organizations that have current 501(c)(3) tax status and serve a diverse population of young teens in the areas of learning, life skills, and leadership. Special consideration will be given to programs that provide youth with access to opportunity through technology. To be eligible, non-profit organizations must be located within fifty miles of a Best Buy store or regional distribution center. Applicants should serve a diverse population in local or regional communities; aim to build social, academic, leadership, and/or life skills in early adolescents (primarily ages 13 to 17); show positive results against a demonstrated community need; and reach at-risk children in working families. Grant amounts will average between $4,000 and $6,000 and will not exceed $10,000. The online grant application submission process will open on July 1, 2011, and close on August 1, 2011.Visit the Best Buy Web site for complete program guidelines and application information http://www.bestbuy-communityrelations.com/our_foundation.htm .
The Catalog for Giving is a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming the lives of New York City’s underserved children. The Catalog identifies, funds, and supports innovative, community-based start-up organizations that provide education and life skills to at-risk youth and in doing so, set them on new paths to success. Every three years, the Catalog selects ten programs to become “member organizations.” Selected organizations will be funded for three years. The funding is generally in the vicinity of $30,000-60,000 per fiscal year. Only organizations that meet all of the following criteria are eligible. Organizations must have as their primary mission the provision of direct services to low-income children or teens; have an operating budget between $150,000 and $1.5 million per fiscal year; be a certified 501(c)3 non-profit organization; be independent and not a subsidiary or branch of a national organization; be located and operate within New York City; and have been in existence for at least 2 years, but no more than 10 years. The application is due no later than 5:00 pm on June 30. For additional information, and to request an application, contact: The Catalog for Giving of New York City, 1115 Broadway, Suite 1200, New York, NY 10010, T 212-765-8212, F 212-765-8190, development@cfgnyc.org,
Twitter: @Catalog4Giving.
Thursday, May 26, 2011
Funding Opportunities (June to September) 1
A total of 103 KaBOOM! Grants worth $2.1 million are available to Playful City USA recognized cities and towns between 2011-13. Grants range in values of $15,000 to $30,000 and will be awarded to existing Playful City USA communities as well as communities receiving Playful City USA recognition for the first time. Communities wishing to receive grants and apply for Playful City USA status must meet five core commitments of the program: create a local play commission task force; design an annual action plan for play; conduct a playspace audit of all publicly accessible play areas; identify current spending on capital projects and maintenance of playspaces; and proclaim and celebrate an annual "KaBOOM! Play Day". Cities and towns can apply to become a Playful City USA community by completing the online application by June 1. Go to: http://bit.ly/eM5MCz .
NEA Foundation-Nickelodeon Big Help Grants are available in the form of Student Achievement grants of up to $5,000 for K-8 public school educators in the United States. The Big Help Grants program is dedicated to the development and implementation of ideas, techniques, and approaches to addressing four key concerns: environmental awareness, health and wellness, students' right to a quality public education, and active community involvement. The grants target these four concerns as areas of great promise in helping 21st Century students develop a sense of global awareness that encourages and enables them to make a difference in their world. The application process is the same as for the NEA Foundation's Student Achievement Grants. Applicants should specify that their request is for the Big Help Grants program in their application. The application must be submitted by June 1. Visit the NEA Foundation website for complete program information: http://www.neafoundation.org/ .
Mitsubishi Electric American Foundation accepts proposals for grants that target children and youth with disabilities, and that have a national scope and impact. They are also looking for programs with potential to be replicated elsewhere and that represent an innovative approach that involves technology. Mitsubishi deadlines are rolling, however, concept papers must be submitted by June 1, 2011. Grants are up to $100,000 each. Applicants are strongly discouraged from phoning in during the application process. Instead, the Foundation suggests that you visit the Frequently Asked Questions link on the website for answers. For more information, contact the Foundation at: http://www.meaf.org/grants.php .
The American Legion Child Welfare Foundation seeks to provide non-profits with the means to educate the public about the special needs of children across the U.S. and provides funding to nonprofits that 1) contribute to the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual welfare of children through the dissemination of knowledge about new and innovative organizations and/or programs designed to benefit youth; and/or 2) contribute to the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual welfare of children through the dissemination of knowledge already possessed by well-established organizations so that such information can be more adequately used by society. Applications are invited from non-profit, tax-exempt organizations conducting programs that have the potential to help American children in a large geographic area (more than one state). Grants may not be used for the normal, day-to-day operating expenses of the grantee or for special operating expenses connected with the grant. In 2010, the foundation awarded a total of $666,670 in grants to twenty-one non-profit organizations. Applications must be submitted by July 15. Visit the foundation website for complete program guidelines, application instructions, and information on previously funded projects. http://cwf-inc.org/ .
The Catalog for Giving is a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming the lives of New York City’s underserved children. The Catalog identifies, funds, and supports innovative, community-based start-up organizations that provide education and life skills to at-risk youth, and in doing so set them on new paths to success. Every three years, the Catalog selects ten programs to become “member organizations.” Selected organizations will be funded for three years. The funding is generally in the vicinity of $30,000-60,000 per fiscal year. Only organizations that meet all of the following criteria are eligible. Organizations must have as their primary mission the provision of direct services to low-income children or teens; have an operating budget between $150,000 and $1.5 million per fiscal year; be a certified 501(c)3 non-profit organization; be independent and not a subsidiary or branch of a national organization; be located and operate within New York City; and have been in existence for at least 2 years, but no more than 10 years. The application is due no later than 5pm on June 30. For additional information, and to request an application, contact: The Catalog for Giving of New York City, 1115 Broadway, Suite 1200, New York, NY 10010, T 212-765-8212, F 212-765-8190, development@cfgnyc.org,
Twitter: @Catalog4Giving.
The CVS Caremark Charitable Trust seeks to support organizations that are most effective at creating positive and measurable outcomes for children with disabilities and providing healthcare services for underserved populations. Last year, the trust awarded grants to more than seventy organizations for programs focused on autism, technology, life and workforce skills, and access to health care. The trust seeks applications from organizations that are providing the following support services and programs for children under the age of 21 and their families: early intervention — therapeutic and support services designed to meet the needs of infants and toddlers who have a developmental delay or disability; parental support and education programs that educate, prepare, and assist parents in the care giving and support of their children; assistive technology programs that provide access to equipment or training on assistive technologies that help children learn, communicate, and thrive; and programs that support the development of social skills and/or independent living skills, including camp programs. CVS Caremark is most interested in funding proposals where support can help an organization expand or enhance an existing program with proven success, enable organizations to support innovative new approaches that produce positive outcomes for targeted populations, or support one-time capital needs (excluding bricks and mortar). Non-profit organizations are eligible to apply. One-year grants will range from $10,000 to $50,000. Previous grantees are eligible to apply in the following year if they can demonstrate significant positive outcomes. For this year's program, the trust will accept online applications from May 1 to June 15, 2011, for applications targeting children with disabilities; and from July 1 to August 15, 2011, for applications targeting health care services for underserved populations. Visit the CVS Caremark Charitable Trust Web site for complete program guidelines and the application form: http://info.cvscaremark.com/community/our-impact/charitable-trust .
The Mazda Foundation is committed to building a better tomorrow through its support of meaningful programs that make a difference. Those programs should advance education and literacy; environmental conservation; cross-cultural understanding; social welfare; and scientific research. Non-profit organizations are eligible to apply; grants typically range between $5,000 and $15,000 each. Applications will be accepted from May 1 – July 1. For more information, contact the Mazda Foundation at: MazdaFoundationApplications@gmail.com .
The Build-A-Bear Workshop has announced that in 2011 the Build-A-Bear Workshop Foundation will be accepting and reviewing grant applications on a rolling basis until October for the following funding categories: Children's Health & Wellness — Grants for non-profit organizations such as childhood disease research foundations, child safety organizations, and organizations that serve children with special needs; Domestic Pets — Grants to support animals in domestic pet programs, including animal welfare organizations, pet rescue and rehabilitation organizations, and therapeutic and humane education pet programs; and Literacy and Education — Grants to support children's literacy and education programs such as summer reading programs, early childhood education programs, and literacy programs for children with special needs. The Build-A-Bear foundations will also consider miscellaneous grant requests from organizations that support children, families, and animals through programs that are not easily categorized. U.S. applicants must be tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organizations. Canadian applicants must be registered Canadian charities. Priority is given to organizations located near Build-A-Bear Workshop stores. Organizations are eligible to apply only once a year. Organizations that received funding in 2010 are ineligible to apply for a grant again until 2012. Organizations that received funding prior to 2010 may re-apply for a grant in 2011, but priority will be given to new applicants. Grants are made as one-time contributions and will range from $1,000 to $10,000 each, with an average grant size of $1,500. The grant application is rolling until the end of October. Visit the Build-A-Bear website for complete grant guidelines and application procedures: http://www.buildabear.com/shopping/contents/content.jsp?catId=400002&id=700016&sc_hpan=footer&sc_hpdr=footer_veryright .
Scholastic's Be Big Fund will help bring the winning BIG Idea that helps make your community a better place to live with help from Clifford, HandsOn Network and American Family Insurance. Awards include one $25,000 Grand Prize honoree, ten $2,500 first place honorees and nineteen $1,315 second place honorees. Be Big Fund prizes must be used to implement the winning proposals. The submission deadline is June 17. For additional information, go to: http://bit.ly/eSU7Om .
The Best Buy Children's Foundation @15 Community Grants empower teens to thrive by helping them excel in school, engage in their communities, and develop life and leadership skills. Nonprofit 501(c)3 organizations located within 50 miles of a Best Buy store or Regional Distribution Center and provide positive experiences that empower early adolescents (primarily ages 13-18) to excel in school, engage in their communities, and develop life and leadership skills are eligible. The deadline for applications is August 1, 2011. For more information, visit: http://www.bestbuy-communityrelations.com/community_grants_rfp.htm .
Net Literacy is a student-founded nonprofit where students comprise 50% of the board of directors. Thanks to support from State Farm, students from across the country are encouraged to submit short videos that teach a lesson about the importance of financial literacy. Video entries win $100 to $500 and web-based games win $500 to $1,000. They hope to give away $100,000 in prizes as students provide the content to build a national financial literacy video using their words to explain the importance of being financially literate. All full-time or part-time students (videos and games can be developed by a student, a group of students, or a classroom project) are eligible to win. The deadline is rolling through June 30. Go to: http://bit.ly/eDkDlX for more information.
The America Honda Foundation awards grants to 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organizations, public school districts, and private/public elementary and secondary schools. Funding priorities are focused on youth education in the areas of: Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM); the Environment; Job Training and Literacy. To be considered for funding, organizations must have two years of audited financial statements examined by an independent CPA. If gross revenue is less than $500,000 and the organization does not have audits, it may submit two years of financial statements accompanied by an independent CPA’s review report instead. Applications are due August 1 and November 1. Go to the website for more information: http://corporate.honda.com/america/philanthropy.aspx?id=ahf .
The mission of BJ’s Foundation is to enhance and enrich community programs that primarily benefit children and families. Funding goes to community organizations that provide services (in the form of hunger prevention, self-sufficiency, health care and education) to those in need in the 15 states where BJ’s Clubs are located. Educational support will be given to nonprofits that provide academic and vocational opportunities for the disadvantaged and includes the purchase of supplies for literacy skills, mentoring, tutoring and career development. The deadline for submission is July 9 and October 8. The maximum award is $5,000 for new applicants. For additional information, visit: http://www.bjs.com/about/community/charity.shtml .
Youth, I.N.C. has announced new applicant information sessions for its training and support program for New York City-based non-profit organizations that serve youth. Grantees will receive the following directly from Youth, I.N.C.: up to four years of consulting related to the program's annual fundraising event; an annual fundraising event produced and underwritten by Youth, I.N.C.; monthly workshops led by industry experts in fundraising and marketing; introductions to prospective board members from the corporate sector; and the opportunity to apply for significant cash support for capacity-building initiatives. Youth, I.N.C. is accepting applications on a rolling basis from non-profit 501(c)(3) organizations that have been serving youth in New York City for at least three years. Applications must be submitted by non-profits within six weeks of their attendance at an information session; the applications have a rolling deadline. To RSVP for a New Applicant Information Session, email infosessions@youthinc-usa.org and include name, position, organization name, contact information, and website.
GTECH's After-School Advantage program provides state-of-the-art computer labs to organizations in inner-city communities. GTECH supports after-school programs by targeting disadvantaged youth and at-risk children aged 5-15 with multiple awards, ranging up to $15,000 each. Eligible applicants include nonprofits with existing after-school programs in need of a computer lab. Awards include up to $15,000 worth of computers, online technology and computer software. More than 90 After School Advantage computer centers already are operating successfully since 1999. More than 20,000 children between the ages of 5-18 have gained access to computers. There is a rolling deadline for applications. Go to the GTECH website for guidelines and additional information: http://www.gtech.com/about_gtech/proposal_guidelines.asp.
Office Depot supports local non-profit organizations that directly affect the health, education and welfare of children. Office Depot is accepting applications for its Taking Care of Kids & Schools grants program. Funds should be used to directly provide services. For financial donations, organizations must be a nonprofit with an established track record of community advocacy. The maximum award is $10,000. Special consideration will be given to programs that serve a diverse population in local or regional communities; build social, academic, leadership, and/or life skills in early adolescents (primarily ages 13-18); show positive results against a demonstrated community need; and reach at-risk children in working families. The application deadlines are rolling. For more information, go to: http://www.community.officedepot.com/local.asp .
WaysToHelp.org invites teens in the United States to apply for grants to fund their community service ideas across any one of 16 issue areas. Apply for a grant by visiting any issue area. Select "See Ways to Help" followed by "Apply for a Grant." Applications are short - just 5,000 words or less - and should summarize: how the project will involve others, who it will help, what effect it's expected to have, when it will start and how the funds will be used. The deadline is open - grant requests are reviewed and responded to on a monthly basis. Topic areas include: Environment, Democracy & Equality, Health, and Community Issues. For more information, go to: www.waystohelp.org.
The Cinereach Company and Foundation invites letters of inquiry from 501(c)(3) organizations that are fiscally sponsored by a 501(c)(3) organization to support feature-length nonfiction and fiction films that are at the intersection of engaging storytelling, visual artistry, and vital subject matter. Cinereach supports films that utilize cinematic artistry and storytelling to provide insight and spark dialogue, challenge prejudice and advance human rights, discover humanity and hope, and foster global community. There are two grant cycles per year (summer and winter). Within each cycle, between five and fifteen projects are selected to receive support. For more information, visit: http://www.cinereach.org/grants/granting-program-guidelines .
The WHO (Women Helping Others) Foundation supports grassroots charities that serve the overlooked needs of women and children in the United States and Puerto Rico. The foundation prioritizes specific projects and programs that address health and social service needs. The foundation recognizes the value of new programs created to respond to changing needs and will consider projects of an original or pioneering nature within an existing organization. Grant applications are welcome from non-profit 501(c)(3) organizations that have been incorporated for at least three years and that have total organizational budgets of $3 million or less. Preference will be given to organizations that are not dependent on government grants, and those with greater organizational program costs than personnel costs. Organizations that have previously received a WHO Foundation grant should wait three years before applying again. Grants are not provided to individuals, educational institutions, religious institutions, or governmental agencies, or for endowment campaigns, political causes, or capital campaigns. Grants will range from $1,000 to $40,000.Complete funding guidelines, eligibility restrictions, and application procedures are available at the WHO Foundation Web site. Applications are due September 6, 2011. Go to: http://www.whofoundation.org/index.asp .
The RGK Foundation is committed to supporting innovative projects in the areas of health, education, human services and community affairs. The foundation strives to advance knowledge, improve society and help realize human potential. Non-profit organizations are eligible to apply for funds. Letters of Inquiry are accepted on an ongoing basis. Contact: The RGK Foundation, 1301 W. 25th St., Suite 300, Austin, TX 78705, 512-474-9298 or go to the website: http://www.rgkfoundation.org .
The Merck Family Fund supports work by communities with few resources who are confronting significant social, economic and environmental challenges. The two areas of focus for the fund are to a) create green and open space, and b) support youth as agents of social change. Suggested programs include: involving youth in the design, operation, and evaluation of a project; training youth to learn skills, develop relationships, and gain experience while making a positive impact on the community; supporting youth to research issues of concern, design strategies for change, and implement action plans; and identifying youth as important stakeholders in the health and well-being of the community. The deadline is rolling and new requests for support should be made by a letter of inquiry. For additional information and guidelines, go to: http://www.merckff.org/grantguidelines.html .
The Helena Rubinstein Foundation supports programs in education, community services, arts/arts in education, and health, with a special interest in programs that benefit women and children and assist disadvantaged communities. Grants are mainly allocated to organizations in New York City. Although general operating grants are made, the Foundation prefers to support specific programs in the area above. Organizations seeking funds are asked to submit a letter outlining the project, its aims, budget, other funding sources, and amount requested, as well as a description of the organization. Letters should be addressed to: Diane Moss, President, Helena Rubinstein Foundation, 477 Madison Avenue, New York, New York 10022-5802. Proposals are accepted throughout the year. There is no application form; however, the New York Common Application Form may be used. Where feasible, a meeting or site visit will be arranged. Proposals are acted on by the Board of Directors, which meets semi-annually, in May and November. For complete guidelines, go to: http://www.helenarubinsteinfdn.org/guide.html .
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The Yes to Seed Fund, a non-profit program of personal care products company Yes to Carrots, has partnered with Whole Foods Market to offer grants for school gardens. The program is designed to provide students with engaging ways to learn about nutrition and the importance of fruits and vegetables. The partners will provide five Starter Garden Grants of $500 to schools nationwide. All K-12 schools in the United States are eligible to apply for the five Starter Seed Fund Grants. No one under the age of 13 can apply without parental supervision and oversight. Applying schools should have a pre-existing commitment to gardening and an internal champion for the project. Visit the Yes to Carrots website for access to complete program guidelines and application: http://www.yestocarrots.com/yes-to-seed-fund.html .
The Brooklyn Community Foundation’s Micro Grants program accepts grant requests for $500 or less to help support smaller-scale projects and organizations in Brooklyn, New York. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. The Micro Grants program is designed to serve two purposes: support grassroots community efforts such as beautification campaigns, parent teacher associations, youth sports teams, and community gardens; and to serve as seed funding for start-up nonprofit groups to help support immediate needs as they build rapport within the community and with funders. Eligible applicants are organizations with annual budgets of $50,000 or less, and groups with no full-time employees. Organizations that have already received a grant of any size from the Brooklyn Community Foundation in the current calendar year are not eligible for a micro grant. For more information, go to: http://www.brooklyncommunityfoundation.org/ .
NEA Foundation-Nickelodeon Big Help Grants are available in the form of Student Achievement grants of up to $5,000 for K-8 public school educators in the United States. The Big Help Grants program is dedicated to the development and implementation of ideas, techniques, and approaches to addressing four key concerns: environmental awareness, health and wellness, students' right to a quality public education, and active community involvement. The grants target these four concerns as areas of great promise in helping 21st Century students develop a sense of global awareness that encourages and enables them to make a difference in their world. The application process is the same as for the NEA Foundation's Student Achievement Grants. Applicants should specify that their request is for the Big Help Grants program in their application. The application must be submitted by June 1. Visit the NEA Foundation website for complete program information: http://www.neafoundation.org/ .
Mitsubishi Electric American Foundation accepts proposals for grants that target children and youth with disabilities, and that have a national scope and impact. They are also looking for programs with potential to be replicated elsewhere and that represent an innovative approach that involves technology. Mitsubishi deadlines are rolling, however, concept papers must be submitted by June 1, 2011. Grants are up to $100,000 each. Applicants are strongly discouraged from phoning in during the application process. Instead, the Foundation suggests that you visit the Frequently Asked Questions link on the website for answers. For more information, contact the Foundation at: http://www.meaf.org/grants.php .
The American Legion Child Welfare Foundation seeks to provide non-profits with the means to educate the public about the special needs of children across the U.S. and provides funding to nonprofits that 1) contribute to the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual welfare of children through the dissemination of knowledge about new and innovative organizations and/or programs designed to benefit youth; and/or 2) contribute to the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual welfare of children through the dissemination of knowledge already possessed by well-established organizations so that such information can be more adequately used by society. Applications are invited from non-profit, tax-exempt organizations conducting programs that have the potential to help American children in a large geographic area (more than one state). Grants may not be used for the normal, day-to-day operating expenses of the grantee or for special operating expenses connected with the grant. In 2010, the foundation awarded a total of $666,670 in grants to twenty-one non-profit organizations. Applications must be submitted by July 15. Visit the foundation website for complete program guidelines, application instructions, and information on previously funded projects. http://cwf-inc.org/ .
The Catalog for Giving is a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming the lives of New York City’s underserved children. The Catalog identifies, funds, and supports innovative, community-based start-up organizations that provide education and life skills to at-risk youth, and in doing so set them on new paths to success. Every three years, the Catalog selects ten programs to become “member organizations.” Selected organizations will be funded for three years. The funding is generally in the vicinity of $30,000-60,000 per fiscal year. Only organizations that meet all of the following criteria are eligible. Organizations must have as their primary mission the provision of direct services to low-income children or teens; have an operating budget between $150,000 and $1.5 million per fiscal year; be a certified 501(c)3 non-profit organization; be independent and not a subsidiary or branch of a national organization; be located and operate within New York City; and have been in existence for at least 2 years, but no more than 10 years. The application is due no later than 5pm on June 30. For additional information, and to request an application, contact: The Catalog for Giving of New York City, 1115 Broadway, Suite 1200, New York, NY 10010, T 212-765-8212, F 212-765-8190, development@cfgnyc.org,
Twitter: @Catalog4Giving.
The CVS Caremark Charitable Trust seeks to support organizations that are most effective at creating positive and measurable outcomes for children with disabilities and providing healthcare services for underserved populations. Last year, the trust awarded grants to more than seventy organizations for programs focused on autism, technology, life and workforce skills, and access to health care. The trust seeks applications from organizations that are providing the following support services and programs for children under the age of 21 and their families: early intervention — therapeutic and support services designed to meet the needs of infants and toddlers who have a developmental delay or disability; parental support and education programs that educate, prepare, and assist parents in the care giving and support of their children; assistive technology programs that provide access to equipment or training on assistive technologies that help children learn, communicate, and thrive; and programs that support the development of social skills and/or independent living skills, including camp programs. CVS Caremark is most interested in funding proposals where support can help an organization expand or enhance an existing program with proven success, enable organizations to support innovative new approaches that produce positive outcomes for targeted populations, or support one-time capital needs (excluding bricks and mortar). Non-profit organizations are eligible to apply. One-year grants will range from $10,000 to $50,000. Previous grantees are eligible to apply in the following year if they can demonstrate significant positive outcomes. For this year's program, the trust will accept online applications from May 1 to June 15, 2011, for applications targeting children with disabilities; and from July 1 to August 15, 2011, for applications targeting health care services for underserved populations. Visit the CVS Caremark Charitable Trust Web site for complete program guidelines and the application form: http://info.cvscaremark.com/community/our-impact/charitable-trust .
The Mazda Foundation is committed to building a better tomorrow through its support of meaningful programs that make a difference. Those programs should advance education and literacy; environmental conservation; cross-cultural understanding; social welfare; and scientific research. Non-profit organizations are eligible to apply; grants typically range between $5,000 and $15,000 each. Applications will be accepted from May 1 – July 1. For more information, contact the Mazda Foundation at: MazdaFoundationApplications@gmail.com .
The Build-A-Bear Workshop has announced that in 2011 the Build-A-Bear Workshop Foundation will be accepting and reviewing grant applications on a rolling basis until October for the following funding categories: Children's Health & Wellness — Grants for non-profit organizations such as childhood disease research foundations, child safety organizations, and organizations that serve children with special needs; Domestic Pets — Grants to support animals in domestic pet programs, including animal welfare organizations, pet rescue and rehabilitation organizations, and therapeutic and humane education pet programs; and Literacy and Education — Grants to support children's literacy and education programs such as summer reading programs, early childhood education programs, and literacy programs for children with special needs. The Build-A-Bear foundations will also consider miscellaneous grant requests from organizations that support children, families, and animals through programs that are not easily categorized. U.S. applicants must be tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organizations. Canadian applicants must be registered Canadian charities. Priority is given to organizations located near Build-A-Bear Workshop stores. Organizations are eligible to apply only once a year. Organizations that received funding in 2010 are ineligible to apply for a grant again until 2012. Organizations that received funding prior to 2010 may re-apply for a grant in 2011, but priority will be given to new applicants. Grants are made as one-time contributions and will range from $1,000 to $10,000 each, with an average grant size of $1,500. The grant application is rolling until the end of October. Visit the Build-A-Bear website for complete grant guidelines and application procedures: http://www.buildabear.com/shopping/contents/content.jsp?catId=400002&id=700016&sc_hpan=footer&sc_hpdr=footer_veryright .
Scholastic's Be Big Fund will help bring the winning BIG Idea that helps make your community a better place to live with help from Clifford, HandsOn Network and American Family Insurance. Awards include one $25,000 Grand Prize honoree, ten $2,500 first place honorees and nineteen $1,315 second place honorees. Be Big Fund prizes must be used to implement the winning proposals. The submission deadline is June 17. For additional information, go to: http://bit.ly/eSU7Om .
The Best Buy Children's Foundation @15 Community Grants empower teens to thrive by helping them excel in school, engage in their communities, and develop life and leadership skills. Nonprofit 501(c)3 organizations located within 50 miles of a Best Buy store or Regional Distribution Center and provide positive experiences that empower early adolescents (primarily ages 13-18) to excel in school, engage in their communities, and develop life and leadership skills are eligible. The deadline for applications is August 1, 2011. For more information, visit: http://www.bestbuy-communityrelations.com/community_grants_rfp.htm .
Net Literacy is a student-founded nonprofit where students comprise 50% of the board of directors. Thanks to support from State Farm, students from across the country are encouraged to submit short videos that teach a lesson about the importance of financial literacy. Video entries win $100 to $500 and web-based games win $500 to $1,000. They hope to give away $100,000 in prizes as students provide the content to build a national financial literacy video using their words to explain the importance of being financially literate. All full-time or part-time students (videos and games can be developed by a student, a group of students, or a classroom project) are eligible to win. The deadline is rolling through June 30. Go to: http://bit.ly/eDkDlX for more information.
The America Honda Foundation awards grants to 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organizations, public school districts, and private/public elementary and secondary schools. Funding priorities are focused on youth education in the areas of: Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM); the Environment; Job Training and Literacy. To be considered for funding, organizations must have two years of audited financial statements examined by an independent CPA. If gross revenue is less than $500,000 and the organization does not have audits, it may submit two years of financial statements accompanied by an independent CPA’s review report instead. Applications are due August 1 and November 1. Go to the website for more information: http://corporate.honda.com/america/philanthropy.aspx?id=ahf .
The mission of BJ’s Foundation is to enhance and enrich community programs that primarily benefit children and families. Funding goes to community organizations that provide services (in the form of hunger prevention, self-sufficiency, health care and education) to those in need in the 15 states where BJ’s Clubs are located. Educational support will be given to nonprofits that provide academic and vocational opportunities for the disadvantaged and includes the purchase of supplies for literacy skills, mentoring, tutoring and career development. The deadline for submission is July 9 and October 8. The maximum award is $5,000 for new applicants. For additional information, visit: http://www.bjs.com/about/community/charity.shtml .
Youth, I.N.C. has announced new applicant information sessions for its training and support program for New York City-based non-profit organizations that serve youth. Grantees will receive the following directly from Youth, I.N.C.: up to four years of consulting related to the program's annual fundraising event; an annual fundraising event produced and underwritten by Youth, I.N.C.; monthly workshops led by industry experts in fundraising and marketing; introductions to prospective board members from the corporate sector; and the opportunity to apply for significant cash support for capacity-building initiatives. Youth, I.N.C. is accepting applications on a rolling basis from non-profit 501(c)(3) organizations that have been serving youth in New York City for at least three years. Applications must be submitted by non-profits within six weeks of their attendance at an information session; the applications have a rolling deadline. To RSVP for a New Applicant Information Session, email infosessions@youthinc-usa.org and include name, position, organization name, contact information, and website.
GTECH's After-School Advantage program provides state-of-the-art computer labs to organizations in inner-city communities. GTECH supports after-school programs by targeting disadvantaged youth and at-risk children aged 5-15 with multiple awards, ranging up to $15,000 each. Eligible applicants include nonprofits with existing after-school programs in need of a computer lab. Awards include up to $15,000 worth of computers, online technology and computer software. More than 90 After School Advantage computer centers already are operating successfully since 1999. More than 20,000 children between the ages of 5-18 have gained access to computers. There is a rolling deadline for applications. Go to the GTECH website for guidelines and additional information: http://www.gtech.com/about_gtech/proposal_guidelines.asp.
Office Depot supports local non-profit organizations that directly affect the health, education and welfare of children. Office Depot is accepting applications for its Taking Care of Kids & Schools grants program. Funds should be used to directly provide services. For financial donations, organizations must be a nonprofit with an established track record of community advocacy. The maximum award is $10,000. Special consideration will be given to programs that serve a diverse population in local or regional communities; build social, academic, leadership, and/or life skills in early adolescents (primarily ages 13-18); show positive results against a demonstrated community need; and reach at-risk children in working families. The application deadlines are rolling. For more information, go to: http://www.community.officedepot.com/local.asp .
WaysToHelp.org invites teens in the United States to apply for grants to fund their community service ideas across any one of 16 issue areas. Apply for a grant by visiting any issue area. Select "See Ways to Help" followed by "Apply for a Grant." Applications are short - just 5,000 words or less - and should summarize: how the project will involve others, who it will help, what effect it's expected to have, when it will start and how the funds will be used. The deadline is open - grant requests are reviewed and responded to on a monthly basis. Topic areas include: Environment, Democracy & Equality, Health, and Community Issues. For more information, go to: www.waystohelp.org.
The Cinereach Company and Foundation invites letters of inquiry from 501(c)(3) organizations that are fiscally sponsored by a 501(c)(3) organization to support feature-length nonfiction and fiction films that are at the intersection of engaging storytelling, visual artistry, and vital subject matter. Cinereach supports films that utilize cinematic artistry and storytelling to provide insight and spark dialogue, challenge prejudice and advance human rights, discover humanity and hope, and foster global community. There are two grant cycles per year (summer and winter). Within each cycle, between five and fifteen projects are selected to receive support. For more information, visit: http://www.cinereach.org/grants/granting-program-guidelines .
The WHO (Women Helping Others) Foundation supports grassroots charities that serve the overlooked needs of women and children in the United States and Puerto Rico. The foundation prioritizes specific projects and programs that address health and social service needs. The foundation recognizes the value of new programs created to respond to changing needs and will consider projects of an original or pioneering nature within an existing organization. Grant applications are welcome from non-profit 501(c)(3) organizations that have been incorporated for at least three years and that have total organizational budgets of $3 million or less. Preference will be given to organizations that are not dependent on government grants, and those with greater organizational program costs than personnel costs. Organizations that have previously received a WHO Foundation grant should wait three years before applying again. Grants are not provided to individuals, educational institutions, religious institutions, or governmental agencies, or for endowment campaigns, political causes, or capital campaigns. Grants will range from $1,000 to $40,000.Complete funding guidelines, eligibility restrictions, and application procedures are available at the WHO Foundation Web site. Applications are due September 6, 2011. Go to: http://www.whofoundation.org/index.asp .
The RGK Foundation is committed to supporting innovative projects in the areas of health, education, human services and community affairs. The foundation strives to advance knowledge, improve society and help realize human potential. Non-profit organizations are eligible to apply for funds. Letters of Inquiry are accepted on an ongoing basis. Contact: The RGK Foundation, 1301 W. 25th St., Suite 300, Austin, TX 78705, 512-474-9298 or go to the website: http://www.rgkfoundation.org .
The Merck Family Fund supports work by communities with few resources who are confronting significant social, economic and environmental challenges. The two areas of focus for the fund are to a) create green and open space, and b) support youth as agents of social change. Suggested programs include: involving youth in the design, operation, and evaluation of a project; training youth to learn skills, develop relationships, and gain experience while making a positive impact on the community; supporting youth to research issues of concern, design strategies for change, and implement action plans; and identifying youth as important stakeholders in the health and well-being of the community. The deadline is rolling and new requests for support should be made by a letter of inquiry. For additional information and guidelines, go to: http://www.merckff.org/grantguidelines.html .
The Helena Rubinstein Foundation supports programs in education, community services, arts/arts in education, and health, with a special interest in programs that benefit women and children and assist disadvantaged communities. Grants are mainly allocated to organizations in New York City. Although general operating grants are made, the Foundation prefers to support specific programs in the area above. Organizations seeking funds are asked to submit a letter outlining the project, its aims, budget, other funding sources, and amount requested, as well as a description of the organization. Letters should be addressed to: Diane Moss, President, Helena Rubinstein Foundation, 477 Madison Avenue, New York, New York 10022-5802. Proposals are accepted throughout the year. There is no application form; however, the New York Common Application Form may be used. Where feasible, a meeting or site visit will be arranged. Proposals are acted on by the Board of Directors, which meets semi-annually, in May and November. For complete guidelines, go to: http://www.helenarubinsteinfdn.org/guide.html .
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The Yes to Seed Fund, a non-profit program of personal care products company Yes to Carrots, has partnered with Whole Foods Market to offer grants for school gardens. The program is designed to provide students with engaging ways to learn about nutrition and the importance of fruits and vegetables. The partners will provide five Starter Garden Grants of $500 to schools nationwide. All K-12 schools in the United States are eligible to apply for the five Starter Seed Fund Grants. No one under the age of 13 can apply without parental supervision and oversight. Applying schools should have a pre-existing commitment to gardening and an internal champion for the project. Visit the Yes to Carrots website for access to complete program guidelines and application: http://www.yestocarrots.com/yes-to-seed-fund.html .
The Brooklyn Community Foundation’s Micro Grants program accepts grant requests for $500 or less to help support smaller-scale projects and organizations in Brooklyn, New York. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. The Micro Grants program is designed to serve two purposes: support grassroots community efforts such as beautification campaigns, parent teacher associations, youth sports teams, and community gardens; and to serve as seed funding for start-up nonprofit groups to help support immediate needs as they build rapport within the community and with funders. Eligible applicants are organizations with annual budgets of $50,000 or less, and groups with no full-time employees. Organizations that have already received a grant of any size from the Brooklyn Community Foundation in the current calendar year are not eligible for a micro grant. For more information, go to: http://www.brooklyncommunityfoundation.org/ .
Saturday, April 2, 2011
Business and Community Resources
**April 4 – The Fordham Center for Nonprofit Leaders is sponsoring a free leadership lecture: How to Analyze Your Agency to Cut Costs and Increase Morale in Today’s Economy. It will be held from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM at Lincoln Center, 60th Street and Columbus Circle. To RSVP, email: Nonprofits@fordham.edu . On April 2, 9, and 16, Fordham University's Graduate Schools of Social Service (GSS) and Business (GBA) will host the Fordham Center for Nonprofit Leaders' executive education program which covers all aspects of nonprofit management and leadership. Faculty form both schools teach classes, and participants receive a graduate certificate from both GSS and GBA. The program emphasizes teaching small and medium-size nonprofits. The Center provides lifetime support for participants: For 12 Month following training, graduates work one-on-one with a mentor, a present or recent CEO of a nonprofit organization. They then receive ongoing, permanent support for as long as they wish. A fee is charged for this program. If you're interested in participating, register at www.fordham.edu/nonprofits. For more information, email nonprofits@fordham.edu.
**April 10 – 16 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week: The 2011 NCVRW Online Resource Guide contains everything needed to promote National Crime Victims’ Rights Week in your community. This year’s theme – Reshaping the Future – Honoring the Past – reflects on victims, their families, and the professionals who serve them. To access the guide, go to: http://ovc.ncjrs.gov/ncvrw2011/index.html .
FindYouthInfo.gov is the U.S. government website that helps organizations create, maintain, and strengthen effective youth programs. Included on the Web site are youth facts; funding information; tools to help: assess community assets, generate maps of local and federal resources, and search for evidence-based youth programs; and up-to-date information on the latest youth-related news. To view the Web site, visit: http://www.findyouthinfo.org.
The U.S. Department of Labor launched My Next Move, a web-based tool aimed at providing jobseekers with information on more than 900 occupations, as well as local job openings and training opportunities in a simple, user-friendly format. Users can also search for jobs in three categories: careers with a “bright outlook” in growing industries, jobs that are part of the “green” economy and occupations that have a Registered Apprenticeship program. Each occupation that a user selects has an easy-to-read, one-page profile, including information about what knowledge, skills, and abilities are needed; the occupation’s outlook; the level of education required; technologies used within the occupation; and other, similar jobs. In addition, each occupation page includes direct links to local salary information, training opportunities, and relevant job openings. Use the tool at http://www.mynextmove.org.
Sign up to receive announcements regarding 2011 National Crime Victims' Rights Week (NCVRW) materials and events. All those interested must register to receive a complimentary copy of the Resource Guide and poster, as well as notifications on the electronic availability of the Resource Guide and details about the annual prelude events https://puborder.ncjrs.gov/Listservs/Subscribe_NCVRW.asp .
Lend a Hand: A Guide to Volunteering for Youth, developed by the National Clearinghouse on Families and Youth, lists the many ways community members can volunteer to help young people throughout the year. To view the publication, visit: http://ncfy.acf.hhs.gov/publications/lend-a-hand.
The Community Service Society’s (CSS) Financial Coaching Corps (FCC) has a unique opportunity for direct service agencies in the five boroughs. FCC places financial coaches in non-profit organizations throughout the city to work one-on-one with clients. This service is free, voluntary, and confidential. We are currently recruiting and training a new class of volunteers, all retired professionals, who will be placed in 15 new sites this year. If you would like more information and/or are interested in having a financial coach placed at your site, please contact Reyes Irizarry, FCC Project Director, at 212-614-5419 or ririzarry@cssny.org .
Visit the first career website for NYC youth workers: http://www.AfterschoolPathfinder.org . Pathfinder is the place where New York’s youth workers, trainers and employers connect online and share job, training, educational and career opportunities. Pathfinder was developed and is operated by The After-School Corporation TASC), with the support of DYCD, The Wallace Foundation and the Booth Ferris Foundation. Site users can search job openings for New York City after-school and youth programs, and receive job alerts; post or find training opportunities, and receive training alerts; advertise for staff, and find tools to create winning cover letters and resumes. The site’s most exciting feature, however, is an inter-active tool that lets a user describe his or her job and educational experiences, and plot an individualized path toward a career working with youth. Pathfinder is a useful professional development tool. Return to the website regularly to explore its many features and to get up-to-date information.
**April 10 – 16 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week: The 2011 NCVRW Online Resource Guide contains everything needed to promote National Crime Victims’ Rights Week in your community. This year’s theme – Reshaping the Future – Honoring the Past – reflects on victims, their families, and the professionals who serve them. To access the guide, go to: http://ovc.ncjrs.gov/ncvrw2011/index.html .
FindYouthInfo.gov is the U.S. government website that helps organizations create, maintain, and strengthen effective youth programs. Included on the Web site are youth facts; funding information; tools to help: assess community assets, generate maps of local and federal resources, and search for evidence-based youth programs; and up-to-date information on the latest youth-related news. To view the Web site, visit: http://www.findyouthinfo.org.
The U.S. Department of Labor launched My Next Move, a web-based tool aimed at providing jobseekers with information on more than 900 occupations, as well as local job openings and training opportunities in a simple, user-friendly format. Users can also search for jobs in three categories: careers with a “bright outlook” in growing industries, jobs that are part of the “green” economy and occupations that have a Registered Apprenticeship program. Each occupation that a user selects has an easy-to-read, one-page profile, including information about what knowledge, skills, and abilities are needed; the occupation’s outlook; the level of education required; technologies used within the occupation; and other, similar jobs. In addition, each occupation page includes direct links to local salary information, training opportunities, and relevant job openings. Use the tool at http://www.mynextmove.org.
Sign up to receive announcements regarding 2011 National Crime Victims' Rights Week (NCVRW) materials and events. All those interested must register to receive a complimentary copy of the Resource Guide and poster, as well as notifications on the electronic availability of the Resource Guide and details about the annual prelude events https://puborder.ncjrs.gov/Listservs/Subscribe_NCVRW.asp .
Lend a Hand: A Guide to Volunteering for Youth, developed by the National Clearinghouse on Families and Youth, lists the many ways community members can volunteer to help young people throughout the year. To view the publication, visit: http://ncfy.acf.hhs.gov/publications/lend-a-hand.
The Community Service Society’s (CSS) Financial Coaching Corps (FCC) has a unique opportunity for direct service agencies in the five boroughs. FCC places financial coaches in non-profit organizations throughout the city to work one-on-one with clients. This service is free, voluntary, and confidential. We are currently recruiting and training a new class of volunteers, all retired professionals, who will be placed in 15 new sites this year. If you would like more information and/or are interested in having a financial coach placed at your site, please contact Reyes Irizarry, FCC Project Director, at 212-614-5419 or ririzarry@cssny.org .
Visit the first career website for NYC youth workers: http://www.AfterschoolPathfinder.org . Pathfinder is the place where New York’s youth workers, trainers and employers connect online and share job, training, educational and career opportunities. Pathfinder was developed and is operated by The After-School Corporation TASC), with the support of DYCD, The Wallace Foundation and the Booth Ferris Foundation. Site users can search job openings for New York City after-school and youth programs, and receive job alerts; post or find training opportunities, and receive training alerts; advertise for staff, and find tools to create winning cover letters and resumes. The site’s most exciting feature, however, is an inter-active tool that lets a user describe his or her job and educational experiences, and plot an individualized path toward a career working with youth. Pathfinder is a useful professional development tool. Return to the website regularly to explore its many features and to get up-to-date information.
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Youth Opportunities and Agency Resources 4/11
Did you know that your non-profit organization may quality for free Subway passes from the Department of Youth and Community Development? Check out www.dydc.org
Did you know that High 5 offers youth ages 13-18 tickets to plays, ballets, music and other shows for just $5. Check out www.highfivetix.org
Grants for Youth Programs and Services:
The mission of BJ’s Foundation is to enhance and enrich community programs that primarily benefit children and families. Funding goes to community organizations that provide services (in the form of hunger prevention, self-sufficiency, health care and education) to those in need in the 15 states where BJ’s Clubs are located. Educational support will be given to nonprofits that provide academic and vocational opportunities for the disadvantaged and includes the purchase of supplies for literacy skills, mentoring, tutoring and career development. The deadline for submission is April 8, July 9 and October 8. The maximum award is $5,000 for new applicants. For additional information, visit: http://www.bjs.com/about/community/charity.shtml .
The Baseball Tomorrow Fund (BTF) is a joint initiative between Major League Baseball and the Major League Baseball Players Association, to promote the growth of youth baseball/softball in the United States and throughout the world by funding programs that encourage youth participation in the game. Letters of Inquiry may be submitted throughout 2011. Invited grant applications are due April 1, July 1, and October 1, annually. Visit the BTF website for more information http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/official_info/community/btf.jsp.
Mitsubishi Electric American Foundation accepts proposals for grants that target children and youth with disabilities, and that have a national scope and impact. They are also looking for programs with potential to be replicated elsewhere and that represent an innovative approach that involves technology. Mitsubishi deadlines are rolling, however, concept papers must be submitted by June 1, 2011. Grants are up to $100,000 each. Applicants are strongly discouraged from phoning in during the application process. Instead, the Foundation suggests that you visit the Frequently Asked Questions link on the website for answers. For more information, contact the Foundation at http://www.meaf.org/grants.php .
GTECH's After-School Advantage program provides state-of-the-art computer labs to organizations in inner-city communities. GTECH supports after-school programs by targeting disadvantaged youth and at-risk children aged 5-15 with multiple awards, ranging up to $15,000 each. Eligible applicants include nonprofits with existing after-school programs in need of a computer lab Awards include up to $15,000 worth of computers, online technology and computer software. More than 90 After School Advantage computer centers already are operating successfully since 1999. More than 20,000 children between the ages of 5-18 have gained access to computers. There is a rolling deadline for applications. Go to the GTECH website for guidelines and additional information: http://www.gtech.com/about_gtech/proposal_guidelines.asp.
Office Depot supports local non-profit organizations that directly affect the health, education and welfare of children. Office Depot is accepting applications for its Taking Care of Kids & Schools grants program. Funds should be used to directly provide services. For financial donations, organizations must be a nonprofit with an established track record of community advocacy. The maximum award is $10,000. Special consideration will be given to programs that serve a diverse population in local or regional communities; build social, academic, leadership, and/or life skills in early adolescents (primarily ages 13-18); show positive results against a demonstrated community need; and reach at-risk children in working families. The application deadlines are rolling. For more information, go to: http://www.community.officedepot.com/local.asp .
WaysToHelp.org invites teens in the United States to apply for grants to fund their community service ideas across any one of 16 issue areas. Apply for a grant by visiting any issue area. Select "See Ways to Help" followed by "Apply for a Grant." Applications are short - just 5,000 words or less - and should summarize: how the project will involve others, who it will help, what effect it's expected to have, when it will start and how the funds will be used. The deadline is open - grant requests are reviewed and responded to on a monthly basis. Topic areas include: Environment, Democracy & Equality, Health, and Community Issues. For more information, go to: www.waystohelp.org.
The National Inclusion Project funds education, special needs children and recreation on a nationwide basis under their Let's ALL Play Grants. Nonprofits are eligible and awards are up to $20,000 for 12 months. The National Inclusion Project supports recreation programs for children with special needs. The grants also support community outreach for the disabled and underserved in the community. Funding supports inclusive-specific training, hiring of staff to serve more children with disabilities, scholarships to families who are financially strapped due to disability-related expenses, as well as access to a national network of resources for questions and concerns. Applications should be designed to promote the inclusion of children with special needs in school and community settings. The deadline is October 31, 2011. Only online applications are accepted--emailed or mailed applications are not accepted. For additional information, go to: http://www.inclusionproject.org/ .
The RGK Foundation is committed to supporting innovative projects in the areas of health, education, human services and community affairs. The foundation strives to advance knowledge, improve society and help realize human potential. Non-profit organizations are eligible to apply for funds. Letters of Inquiry are accepted on an ongoing basis. Contact: The RGK Foundation, 1301 W. 25th St., Suite 300, Austin, TX 78705, 512-474-9298 or go to the website: http://www.rgkfoundation.org .
The Merck Family Fund supports work by communities with few resources who are confronting significant social, economic and environmental challenges. The two areas of focus for the fund are to a) create green and open space, and b) support youth as agents of social change. Suggested programs include: involving youth in the design, operation, and evaluation of a project; training youth to learn skills, develop relationships, and gain experience while making a positive impact on the community; supporting youth to research issues of concern, design strategies for change, and implement action plans; and identifying youth as important stakeholders in the health and well-being of the community. The deadline is rolling and new requests for support should be made by a letter of inquiry. For additional information and guidelines, go to: http://www.merckff.org/grantguidelines.html .
Did you know that High 5 offers youth ages 13-18 tickets to plays, ballets, music and other shows for just $5. Check out www.highfivetix.org
Grants for Youth Programs and Services:
The mission of BJ’s Foundation is to enhance and enrich community programs that primarily benefit children and families. Funding goes to community organizations that provide services (in the form of hunger prevention, self-sufficiency, health care and education) to those in need in the 15 states where BJ’s Clubs are located. Educational support will be given to nonprofits that provide academic and vocational opportunities for the disadvantaged and includes the purchase of supplies for literacy skills, mentoring, tutoring and career development. The deadline for submission is April 8, July 9 and October 8. The maximum award is $5,000 for new applicants. For additional information, visit: http://www.bjs.com/about/community/charity.shtml .
The Baseball Tomorrow Fund (BTF) is a joint initiative between Major League Baseball and the Major League Baseball Players Association, to promote the growth of youth baseball/softball in the United States and throughout the world by funding programs that encourage youth participation in the game. Letters of Inquiry may be submitted throughout 2011. Invited grant applications are due April 1, July 1, and October 1, annually. Visit the BTF website for more information http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/official_info/community/btf.jsp.
Mitsubishi Electric American Foundation accepts proposals for grants that target children and youth with disabilities, and that have a national scope and impact. They are also looking for programs with potential to be replicated elsewhere and that represent an innovative approach that involves technology. Mitsubishi deadlines are rolling, however, concept papers must be submitted by June 1, 2011. Grants are up to $100,000 each. Applicants are strongly discouraged from phoning in during the application process. Instead, the Foundation suggests that you visit the Frequently Asked Questions link on the website for answers. For more information, contact the Foundation at http://www.meaf.org/grants.php .
GTECH's After-School Advantage program provides state-of-the-art computer labs to organizations in inner-city communities. GTECH supports after-school programs by targeting disadvantaged youth and at-risk children aged 5-15 with multiple awards, ranging up to $15,000 each. Eligible applicants include nonprofits with existing after-school programs in need of a computer lab Awards include up to $15,000 worth of computers, online technology and computer software. More than 90 After School Advantage computer centers already are operating successfully since 1999. More than 20,000 children between the ages of 5-18 have gained access to computers. There is a rolling deadline for applications. Go to the GTECH website for guidelines and additional information: http://www.gtech.com/about_gtech/proposal_guidelines.asp.
Office Depot supports local non-profit organizations that directly affect the health, education and welfare of children. Office Depot is accepting applications for its Taking Care of Kids & Schools grants program. Funds should be used to directly provide services. For financial donations, organizations must be a nonprofit with an established track record of community advocacy. The maximum award is $10,000. Special consideration will be given to programs that serve a diverse population in local or regional communities; build social, academic, leadership, and/or life skills in early adolescents (primarily ages 13-18); show positive results against a demonstrated community need; and reach at-risk children in working families. The application deadlines are rolling. For more information, go to: http://www.community.officedepot.com/local.asp .
WaysToHelp.org invites teens in the United States to apply for grants to fund their community service ideas across any one of 16 issue areas. Apply for a grant by visiting any issue area. Select "See Ways to Help" followed by "Apply for a Grant." Applications are short - just 5,000 words or less - and should summarize: how the project will involve others, who it will help, what effect it's expected to have, when it will start and how the funds will be used. The deadline is open - grant requests are reviewed and responded to on a monthly basis. Topic areas include: Environment, Democracy & Equality, Health, and Community Issues. For more information, go to: www.waystohelp.org.
The National Inclusion Project funds education, special needs children and recreation on a nationwide basis under their Let's ALL Play Grants. Nonprofits are eligible and awards are up to $20,000 for 12 months. The National Inclusion Project supports recreation programs for children with special needs. The grants also support community outreach for the disabled and underserved in the community. Funding supports inclusive-specific training, hiring of staff to serve more children with disabilities, scholarships to families who are financially strapped due to disability-related expenses, as well as access to a national network of resources for questions and concerns. Applications should be designed to promote the inclusion of children with special needs in school and community settings. The deadline is October 31, 2011. Only online applications are accepted--emailed or mailed applications are not accepted. For additional information, go to: http://www.inclusionproject.org/ .
The RGK Foundation is committed to supporting innovative projects in the areas of health, education, human services and community affairs. The foundation strives to advance knowledge, improve society and help realize human potential. Non-profit organizations are eligible to apply for funds. Letters of Inquiry are accepted on an ongoing basis. Contact: The RGK Foundation, 1301 W. 25th St., Suite 300, Austin, TX 78705, 512-474-9298 or go to the website: http://www.rgkfoundation.org .
The Merck Family Fund supports work by communities with few resources who are confronting significant social, economic and environmental challenges. The two areas of focus for the fund are to a) create green and open space, and b) support youth as agents of social change. Suggested programs include: involving youth in the design, operation, and evaluation of a project; training youth to learn skills, develop relationships, and gain experience while making a positive impact on the community; supporting youth to research issues of concern, design strategies for change, and implement action plans; and identifying youth as important stakeholders in the health and well-being of the community. The deadline is rolling and new requests for support should be made by a letter of inquiry. For additional information and guidelines, go to: http://www.merckff.org/grantguidelines.html .
Friday, March 18, 2011
Nutrition Grant, Hunger Grant, Running Program Funding, and Computers for After-schools, Health Grant,
The Dannon Company has announced the opening of the sixth annual Dannon Next Generation Nutrition Grants program, which is designed to support programs that help children develop good life-long nutrition and exercise habits. Dannon will award grants of $30,000 to four non-profit organizations working to promote healthy eating and nutrition education for children in each of the four communities where a Dannon facility is located, including New York. To qualify for funding, an applicant must be a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and must already be engaged in a nutrition education program for children up to age 18, or be able to launch such an initiative in 2011. The application is due March 29, 2011. Complete program guidelines and application forms can be downloaded at the Dannon Company Web site http://dannon.com/ .
ING Run For Something Better, in partnership with the National Association for Sport and Physical Education, has announced that it will provide a minimum of fifty grants of up to $2,500 each to U.S. public elementary and middle schools planning to establish a school-based running program or expand an existing one. Awards are available to programs with at least twenty-five kindergarten to eighth-grade students who have committed to participate. To be eligible, programs must be at least eight weeks in duration. Programs can take place in physical education class, during recess, before school, after school, or any combination of these, and may be facilitated by a physical education teacher, coach, classroom teacher, or school administrator. The application is due May 1, 2011. Visit the NASPE Web site for the complete school award program guidelines and application: http://www.ingrfsb.com/ .
The mission of BJ’s Foundation is to enhance and enrich community programs that primarily benefit children and families. Funding goes to community organizations that provide services (in the form of hunger prevention, self-sufficiency, health care and education) to those in need in the 15 states where BJ’s Clubs are located. Educational support will be given to nonprofits that provide academic and vocational opportunities for the disadvantaged and includes the purchase of supplies for literacy skills, mentoring, tutoring and career development. The deadline for submission is April 8, July 9 and October 8. The maximum award is $5,000 for new applicants. For additional information, visit: http://www.bjs.com/about/community/charity.shtml .
GTECH's After-School Advantage program provides state-of-the-art computer labs to organizations in inner-city communities. GTECH supports after-school programs by targeting disadvantaged youth and at-risk children aged 5-15 with multiple awards, ranging up to $15,000 each. Eligible applicants include nonprofits with existing after-school programs in need of a computer lab Awards include up to $15,000 worth of computers, online technology and computer software. More than 90 After School Advantage computer centers already are operating successfully since 1999. More than 20,000 children between the ages of 5-18 have gained access to computers. There is a rolling deadline for applications. Go to the GTECH website for guidelines and additional information: http://www.gtech.com/about_gtech/proposal_guidelines.asp.
ING Run For Something Better, in partnership with the National Association for Sport and Physical Education, has announced that it will provide a minimum of fifty grants of up to $2,500 each to U.S. public elementary and middle schools planning to establish a school-based running program or expand an existing one. Awards are available to programs with at least twenty-five kindergarten to eighth-grade students who have committed to participate. To be eligible, programs must be at least eight weeks in duration. Programs can take place in physical education class, during recess, before school, after school, or any combination of these, and may be facilitated by a physical education teacher, coach, classroom teacher, or school administrator. The application is due May 1, 2011. Visit the NASPE Web site for the complete school award program guidelines and application: http://www.ingrfsb.com/ .
The mission of BJ’s Foundation is to enhance and enrich community programs that primarily benefit children and families. Funding goes to community organizations that provide services (in the form of hunger prevention, self-sufficiency, health care and education) to those in need in the 15 states where BJ’s Clubs are located. Educational support will be given to nonprofits that provide academic and vocational opportunities for the disadvantaged and includes the purchase of supplies for literacy skills, mentoring, tutoring and career development. The deadline for submission is April 8, July 9 and October 8. The maximum award is $5,000 for new applicants. For additional information, visit: http://www.bjs.com/about/community/charity.shtml .
GTECH's After-School Advantage program provides state-of-the-art computer labs to organizations in inner-city communities. GTECH supports after-school programs by targeting disadvantaged youth and at-risk children aged 5-15 with multiple awards, ranging up to $15,000 each. Eligible applicants include nonprofits with existing after-school programs in need of a computer lab Awards include up to $15,000 worth of computers, online technology and computer software. More than 90 After School Advantage computer centers already are operating successfully since 1999. More than 20,000 children between the ages of 5-18 have gained access to computers. There is a rolling deadline for applications. Go to the GTECH website for guidelines and additional information: http://www.gtech.com/about_gtech/proposal_guidelines.asp.
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
BJ's Foundation--Educational Supports
The mission of BJ’s Foundation is to enhance and enrich community programs that primarily benefit children and families. Funding goes to community organizations that provide services (in the form of hunger prevention, self-sufficiency, health care and education) to those in need in the 15 states where BJ’s Clubs are located. Educational support will be given to nonprofits that provide academic and vocational opportunities for the disadvantaged and includes the purchase of supplies for literacy skills, mentoring, tutoring and career development. The deadline for submission is April 8, July 9 and October 8. The maximum award is $5,000 for new applicants. For additional information, visit: http://www.bjs.com/about/community/charity.shtml
The William T. Grant Foundation--Youth Service Grants
The William T. Grant Foundation is pleased to release the updated funding guidelines for the spring 2011 cycle of their Youth Service Improvement Grants (YSIG) program. The YSIG program supports activities intended to improve the quality of services for young people (ages 8 to 25) in the five boroughs of New York City. Applications for the spring cycle are now being accepted through their online application system. Applications are due by 3:00 PM on March 16, 2011. Please see the guidelines for more information: http://www.wtgrantfoundation.org/funding_opportunities/how_to_apply/youth_service_improvement_grants/applying_for_a_youth_service_improvement_grant .
The mission of BJ’s Foundation is to enhance and enrich community programs that primarily benefit children and families. Funding goes to community organizations that provide services (in the form of hunger prevention, self-sufficiency, health care and education) to those in need in the 15 states where BJ’s Clubs are located. Educational support will be given to nonprofits that provide academic and vocational opportunities for the disadvantaged and includes the purchase of supplies for literacy skills, mentoring, tutoring and career development. The deadline for submission is April 8, July 9 and October 8. The maximum award is $5,000 for new applicants. For additional information, visit: http://www.bjs.com/about/community/charity.shtml
The William T. Grant Foundation--Youth Service Grants
The William T. Grant Foundation is pleased to release the updated funding guidelines for the spring 2011 cycle of their Youth Service Improvement Grants (YSIG) program. The YSIG program supports activities intended to improve the quality of services for young people (ages 8 to 25) in the five boroughs of New York City. Applications for the spring cycle are now being accepted through their online application system. Applications are due by 3:00 PM on March 16, 2011. Please see the guidelines for more information: http://www.wtgrantfoundation.org/funding_opportunities/how_to_apply/youth_service_improvement_grants/applying_for_a_youth_service_improvement_grant .
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Huggable Heroes Awards (Deadline: February 28)
The Huggable Heroes program recognizes young leaders between the ages of eight and 18 years old, doing extraordinary things in their communities or around the world to better the lives of others. Now through February 28, entries are being accepted for the 2011 search for Build-A-Bear Workshop Huggable Heroes. Ten Huggable Heroes will be selected and each will be awarded with a $7,500 educational scholarship and a $2,500 donation to the 501 (c)(3) charity of his/her choice. Entry forms are available at all Build-A-Bear Workshop stores in the United States, Puerto Rico and Canada, and online at www.lovehugssmiles.com/HuggableHeroes.aspx
Do Something Awards (Deadline: March 1)
Could you use $100,000 to change the world? The Do Something Awards (formerly the BR!CK Awards) identifies exceptional young social entrepreneurs, activists, and community leaders who are tackling a problem and changing the world. Five nominees will be rewarded with a $10,000 community grant, participation in a live VH1 TV show, media coverage and continued support from DoSomething.org. The grand prize winner will receive $100,000 during the live broadcast!! Application closes March 1st, 2011. Apply or nominate someone today at www.DoSomething.org/awards
Siemens We Can Change the World Challenge (Deadline: March 15, 2011 - Activities Take 3-12 Weeks to Complete)
As citizens and future stewards of our planet, today's students are in a unique position to become active agents of environmental change. Siemens We Can Change the World Challenge - Encourages students from grades K-12 to team up with their classmates to create replicable solutions to environmental issues in their schools (grades K to five), community (grades six to eight) and world (grades nine to 12). The goal of the Siemens We Can Change the World Challenge is to do more than jus¬t give kids a chance to formulate an experiment and carry it out. Contestants explore an environmental problem that affects their community. As part of the challenge, students must also put together guidelines for how other communities could repeat the project, and they share those guidelines as part of th¬e contest. Prizes include scholarships, savings bonds, teacher awards, school grants, adventure trips, and green products. Learn more at www.wecanchange.com
ING Unsung Heroes (Deadline: April 30)
Are you an educator with a class project that is short on funding but long on potential? Do you know a teacher looking for grant dollars? ING Unsung Heroes® could help you turn great ideas into reality for students. For more than 10 years, and with $3.0 million in awarded grants, ING Unsung Heroes has proven to be an A+ program with educators. The program's "alumni" have inspired success in the classroom and impacted countless numbers of students. Each year, 100 educators are selected to receive $2,000 to help fund their innovative class projects. Three of those are chosen to receive the top awards of an additional $5,000, $10,000 and $25,000. Applications for the 2011 awards are now available. The application deadline is April 30, 2011. http://ing.us/about-ing/citizenship/childrens-education/ing-unsung-heroes
The Huggable Heroes program recognizes young leaders between the ages of eight and 18 years old, doing extraordinary things in their communities or around the world to better the lives of others. Now through February 28, entries are being accepted for the 2011 search for Build-A-Bear Workshop Huggable Heroes. Ten Huggable Heroes will be selected and each will be awarded with a $7,500 educational scholarship and a $2,500 donation to the 501 (c)(3) charity of his/her choice. Entry forms are available at all Build-A-Bear Workshop stores in the United States, Puerto Rico and Canada, and online at www.lovehugssmiles.com/HuggableHeroes.aspx
Do Something Awards (Deadline: March 1)
Could you use $100,000 to change the world? The Do Something Awards (formerly the BR!CK Awards) identifies exceptional young social entrepreneurs, activists, and community leaders who are tackling a problem and changing the world. Five nominees will be rewarded with a $10,000 community grant, participation in a live VH1 TV show, media coverage and continued support from DoSomething.org. The grand prize winner will receive $100,000 during the live broadcast!! Application closes March 1st, 2011. Apply or nominate someone today at www.DoSomething.org/awards
Siemens We Can Change the World Challenge (Deadline: March 15, 2011 - Activities Take 3-12 Weeks to Complete)
As citizens and future stewards of our planet, today's students are in a unique position to become active agents of environmental change. Siemens We Can Change the World Challenge - Encourages students from grades K-12 to team up with their classmates to create replicable solutions to environmental issues in their schools (grades K to five), community (grades six to eight) and world (grades nine to 12). The goal of the Siemens We Can Change the World Challenge is to do more than jus¬t give kids a chance to formulate an experiment and carry it out. Contestants explore an environmental problem that affects their community. As part of the challenge, students must also put together guidelines for how other communities could repeat the project, and they share those guidelines as part of th¬e contest. Prizes include scholarships, savings bonds, teacher awards, school grants, adventure trips, and green products. Learn more at www.wecanchange.com
ING Unsung Heroes (Deadline: April 30)
Are you an educator with a class project that is short on funding but long on potential? Do you know a teacher looking for grant dollars? ING Unsung Heroes® could help you turn great ideas into reality for students. For more than 10 years, and with $3.0 million in awarded grants, ING Unsung Heroes has proven to be an A+ program with educators. The program's "alumni" have inspired success in the classroom and impacted countless numbers of students. Each year, 100 educators are selected to receive $2,000 to help fund their innovative class projects. Three of those are chosen to receive the top awards of an additional $5,000, $10,000 and $25,000. Applications for the 2011 awards are now available. The application deadline is April 30, 2011. http://ing.us/about-ing/citizenship/childrens-education/ing-unsung-heroes
Monday, January 31, 2011
Technical Assistant Clinic in Brooklyn
The Neighborhood Technical Assistance Clinic (Valerie Oliver-Durrah, President/CEO)
presents the 2011 Dialogues Between Funders & Nonprofits
Symposium & Capacity Building Workshops: Rebounding In A Down Economy
Theme: Leading In Times Of Uncertainty
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2011, 9AM to 3PM (Register by February 1, 2011)
CONCORD BAPTIST CHURCH OF CHRIST
833 MARCY AVENUE (CORNER OF MADISON AVENUE)
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK 11216
HOST: REV. DR. GARY SIMPSON, PASTOR
in collaboration with MARTY MARKOWITZ, BROOKLYN BOROUGH PRESIDENT
Moderators/Facilitators/Presenters/Attendees:
► Darryl Lester,Founding Partner, HindSight Consulting, Inc. & Co-Founder of the Community Investment Network
► Mary Calvi, WCBS-TV Anchor
► Angela Hollis, Co-Founder, Black Women For Black Girls Giving Circle and Treasurer of NTAC's Board of Directors
► Richard Brown, Vice President, Philanthropy, American Express
► The Patrina Foundation, Lorinda de Roulet, President and Founder
► JP Morgan Chase, Gayle Jennings O'Byrne, Vice President, Upper Manhattan & Bronx,
► United Way of New York City/BoardServeNYC, Milica Brogan, Director, BoardServeNYC
► Macy*s, Annabelle C. Miller, VP Store Manager, Macy*s Brooklyn
► Jasmine Thomas, Program Officer, Surdna Foundation
Neighborhood Technical Assistance Clinic serves the needs of philanthropic individuals and organizations in their efforts to develop support and maintain effective community-based and faith-based programs. We also serve non-profits wishing to improve programs and organizational capacity for addressing the needs of low-income and service-starved neighborhoods. We provide consultation, strategic direction and management, technical assistance and forums for increasing substantive outcomes in all these areas of human and financial investment.
Neighborhood Technical Assistance Clinic
544 MacDonough Street • Brooklyn, NY • 11223 P 718-455-3784 • F 718-573-4490
VoliverE@aol.com • www.neighborhoodclinic.org
presents the 2011 Dialogues Between Funders & Nonprofits
Symposium & Capacity Building Workshops: Rebounding In A Down Economy
Theme: Leading In Times Of Uncertainty
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2011, 9AM to 3PM (Register by February 1, 2011)
CONCORD BAPTIST CHURCH OF CHRIST
833 MARCY AVENUE (CORNER OF MADISON AVENUE)
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK 11216
HOST: REV. DR. GARY SIMPSON, PASTOR
in collaboration with MARTY MARKOWITZ, BROOKLYN BOROUGH PRESIDENT
Moderators/Facilitators/Presenters/Attendees:
► Darryl Lester,Founding Partner, HindSight Consulting, Inc. & Co-Founder of the Community Investment Network
► Mary Calvi, WCBS-TV Anchor
► Angela Hollis, Co-Founder, Black Women For Black Girls Giving Circle and Treasurer of NTAC's Board of Directors
► Richard Brown, Vice President, Philanthropy, American Express
► The Patrina Foundation, Lorinda de Roulet, President and Founder
► JP Morgan Chase, Gayle Jennings O'Byrne, Vice President, Upper Manhattan & Bronx,
► United Way of New York City/BoardServeNYC, Milica Brogan, Director, BoardServeNYC
► Macy*s, Annabelle C. Miller, VP Store Manager, Macy*s Brooklyn
► Jasmine Thomas, Program Officer, Surdna Foundation
Neighborhood Technical Assistance Clinic serves the needs of philanthropic individuals and organizations in their efforts to develop support and maintain effective community-based and faith-based programs. We also serve non-profits wishing to improve programs and organizational capacity for addressing the needs of low-income and service-starved neighborhoods. We provide consultation, strategic direction and management, technical assistance and forums for increasing substantive outcomes in all these areas of human and financial investment.
Neighborhood Technical Assistance Clinic
544 MacDonough Street • Brooklyn, NY • 11223 P 718-455-3784 • F 718-573-4490
VoliverE@aol.com • www.neighborhoodclinic.org
Youth scholarships and Young Adult awards
STOP Hunger Scholarships (Deadline: February 18)
The Sodexo Foundation seeks applicants for the STOP Hunger Scholarships to recognize students in the fight against hunger in America. More than 49 million people are at risk of hunger, including nearly 17 million children. The Sodexo Foundation works to ensure that every child in the U.S., especially those most at risk, grows up with dependable access to enough nutritious food to enable them to lead a healthy, productive life. The STOP Hunger Scholarships recognize and reward students who have made a significant impact in the fight against hunger in the United States.
The application period for the STOP Hunger Scholarships is from January 1 through February 18, 2011.www.sodexofoundation.org/hunger_us/scholarships/scholarships.asp
Huggable Heroes Awards (Deadline: February 28)
The Huggable Heroes program recognizes young leaders between the ages of eight and 18 years old, doing extraordinary things in their communities or around the world to better the lives of others. Now through February 28, entries are being accepted for the 2011 search for Build-A-Bear Workshop Huggable Heroes. Ten Huggable Heroes will be selected and each will be awarded with a $7,500 educational scholarship and a $2,500 donation to the 501 (c)(3) charity of his/her choice. Entry forms are available at all Build-A-Bear Workshop stores in the United States, Puerto Rico and Canada, and online at www.lovehugssmiles.com/HuggableHeroes.aspx
Do Something Awards (Deadline: March 1)
Could you use $100,000 to change the world? The Do Something Awards (formerly the BR!CK Awards) identifies exceptional young social entrepreneurs, activists, and community leaders who are tackling a problem and changing the world. Five nominees will be rewarded with a $10,000 community grant, participation in a live VH1 TV show, media coverage and continued support from DoSomething.org. The grand prize winner will receive $100,000 during the live broadcast!! Application closes March 1st, 2011. Apply or nominate someone today at www.DoSomething.org/awards
Siemens We Can Change the World Challenge (Deadline: March 15, 2011 - Activities Take 3-12 Weeks to Complete)
As citizens and future stewards of our planet, today's students are in a unique position to become active agents of environmental change. Siemens We Can Change the World Challenge - Encourages students from grades K-12 to team up with their classmates to create replicable solutions to environmental issues in their schools (grades K to five), community (grades six to eight) and world (grades nine to 12). The goal of the Siemens We Can Change the World Challenge is to do more than jus¬t give kids a chance to formulate an experiment and carry it out. Contestants explore an environmental problem that affects their community. As part of the challenge, students must also put together guidelines for how other communities could repeat the project, and they share those guidelines as part of th¬e contest. Prizes include scholarships, savings bonds, teacher awards, school grants, adventure trips, and green products. Learn more at www.wecanchange.com
ING Unsung Heroes (Deadline: April 30)
Are you an educator with a class project that is short on funding but long on potential? Do you know a teacher looking for grant dollars? ING Unsung Heroes® could help you turn great ideas into reality for students. For more than 10 years, and with $3.0 million in awarded grants, ING Unsung Heroes has proven to be an A+ program with educators. The program's "alumni" have inspired success in the classroom and impacted countless numbers of students. Each year, 100 educators are selected to receive $2,000 to help fund their innovative class projects. Three of those are chosen to receive the top awards of an additional $5,000, $10,000 and $25,000. Applications for the 2011 awards are now available. The application deadline is April 30, 2011. http://ing.us/about-ing/citizenship/childrens-education/ing-unsung-heroes
The Sodexo Foundation seeks applicants for the STOP Hunger Scholarships to recognize students in the fight against hunger in America. More than 49 million people are at risk of hunger, including nearly 17 million children. The Sodexo Foundation works to ensure that every child in the U.S., especially those most at risk, grows up with dependable access to enough nutritious food to enable them to lead a healthy, productive life. The STOP Hunger Scholarships recognize and reward students who have made a significant impact in the fight against hunger in the United States.
The application period for the STOP Hunger Scholarships is from January 1 through February 18, 2011.www.sodexofoundation.org/hunger_us/scholarships/scholarships.asp
Huggable Heroes Awards (Deadline: February 28)
The Huggable Heroes program recognizes young leaders between the ages of eight and 18 years old, doing extraordinary things in their communities or around the world to better the lives of others. Now through February 28, entries are being accepted for the 2011 search for Build-A-Bear Workshop Huggable Heroes. Ten Huggable Heroes will be selected and each will be awarded with a $7,500 educational scholarship and a $2,500 donation to the 501 (c)(3) charity of his/her choice. Entry forms are available at all Build-A-Bear Workshop stores in the United States, Puerto Rico and Canada, and online at www.lovehugssmiles.com/HuggableHeroes.aspx
Do Something Awards (Deadline: March 1)
Could you use $100,000 to change the world? The Do Something Awards (formerly the BR!CK Awards) identifies exceptional young social entrepreneurs, activists, and community leaders who are tackling a problem and changing the world. Five nominees will be rewarded with a $10,000 community grant, participation in a live VH1 TV show, media coverage and continued support from DoSomething.org. The grand prize winner will receive $100,000 during the live broadcast!! Application closes March 1st, 2011. Apply or nominate someone today at www.DoSomething.org/awards
Siemens We Can Change the World Challenge (Deadline: March 15, 2011 - Activities Take 3-12 Weeks to Complete)
As citizens and future stewards of our planet, today's students are in a unique position to become active agents of environmental change. Siemens We Can Change the World Challenge - Encourages students from grades K-12 to team up with their classmates to create replicable solutions to environmental issues in their schools (grades K to five), community (grades six to eight) and world (grades nine to 12). The goal of the Siemens We Can Change the World Challenge is to do more than jus¬t give kids a chance to formulate an experiment and carry it out. Contestants explore an environmental problem that affects their community. As part of the challenge, students must also put together guidelines for how other communities could repeat the project, and they share those guidelines as part of th¬e contest. Prizes include scholarships, savings bonds, teacher awards, school grants, adventure trips, and green products. Learn more at www.wecanchange.com
ING Unsung Heroes (Deadline: April 30)
Are you an educator with a class project that is short on funding but long on potential? Do you know a teacher looking for grant dollars? ING Unsung Heroes® could help you turn great ideas into reality for students. For more than 10 years, and with $3.0 million in awarded grants, ING Unsung Heroes has proven to be an A+ program with educators. The program's "alumni" have inspired success in the classroom and impacted countless numbers of students. Each year, 100 educators are selected to receive $2,000 to help fund their innovative class projects. Three of those are chosen to receive the top awards of an additional $5,000, $10,000 and $25,000. Applications for the 2011 awards are now available. The application deadline is April 30, 2011. http://ing.us/about-ing/citizenship/childrens-education/ing-unsung-heroes
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Hunger Grants/Youth Service
YSA (Youth Service America), with support from the Sodexo Foundation, will offer grants to engage youth in addressing the issue of hunger in their communities through service-learning. This program will include:
· Youth grants of $500 to support Global Youth Service Day projects addressing hunger
· Organization grants of $2,000 to support community organizations mobilizing youth volunteers beginning on Global Youth Service Day through Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week in November 2011
· School grants of up to $5,000 to support teachers engaging their students in a fall Semester of Service focused on addressing hungerYSA will begin to announce details about these grants and accept applications in January 2011. Further details will be included in the January Grants Alert and posted at www.YSA.org/grants
· Youth grants of $500 to support Global Youth Service Day projects addressing hunger
· Organization grants of $2,000 to support community organizations mobilizing youth volunteers beginning on Global Youth Service Day through Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week in November 2011
· School grants of up to $5,000 to support teachers engaging their students in a fall Semester of Service focused on addressing hungerYSA will begin to announce details about these grants and accept applications in January 2011. Further details will be included in the January Grants Alert and posted at www.YSA.org/grants
Friday, January 7, 2011
Literacy Program Funding, Arbor Day Grants and Environmental Conservation funding
Literacy Programs
The Wish You Well Foundation is supporting family and adult literacy by fostering and promoting the development and expansion of new and existing literacy and educational programs. For additional information go to: info@wishyouwellfoundation.org or www.wishyouwellfoundation.org.
Arbor Day Grants and Environmental Conservation
The Dept. of Environmental Conservation is accepting grant applications for urban and community forestry projects that provide environmental, economic and social benefits to New York State Urban communities. Projects include tree inventories, management plans, tree planting, and maintenance and green infrastructure projects, such as storm-water management projects, green roofs or rain gardens. In addition, $1,000 Quick Start Arbor Day grants are available to help communities support the beginnings of a tree program by having an Arbor Day celebration. For more information contact the Dept. of Environmental Conservation at 518-402-9425 or mckramar@gw.dec.state.ny.us
The Wish You Well Foundation is supporting family and adult literacy by fostering and promoting the development and expansion of new and existing literacy and educational programs. For additional information go to: info@wishyouwellfoundation.org or www.wishyouwellfoundation.org.
Arbor Day Grants and Environmental Conservation
The Dept. of Environmental Conservation is accepting grant applications for urban and community forestry projects that provide environmental, economic and social benefits to New York State Urban communities. Projects include tree inventories, management plans, tree planting, and maintenance and green infrastructure projects, such as storm-water management projects, green roofs or rain gardens. In addition, $1,000 Quick Start Arbor Day grants are available to help communities support the beginnings of a tree program by having an Arbor Day celebration. For more information contact the Dept. of Environmental Conservation at 518-402-9425 or mckramar@gw.dec.state.ny.us
Tuesday, January 4, 2011
Toyota International Teacher Program to South Africa
The Institute of International Education (IIE) recently announced the inaugural Toyota International Teacher Program to South Africa, a fully-funded international professional development program for U.S. educators, funded by Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc. The inaugural Toyota International Teacher Program to South Africa will provide teachers first-hand exposure to the social and environmental complexity of South Africa, focusing on sustainable development and emphasizing the links between history, culture, power, and the environment. Teachers will explore the country’s natural and cultural diversity through a range of site visits and hands-on activities. The program will take place July 24 – August 10, 2011.
Full-time classroom teachers of all subjects and librarians, grades 7 – 12, are now invited to apply online. The deadline to apply is January 23, 2011.
Visit the website at www.iie.org/toyota for application instructions, FAQs, and to apply online.
For more info, contact MarDestinee Perez, TITP, IIE, by email at toyotateach@iie.org or by phone at (toll-free) 877-832-2457.
Full-time classroom teachers of all subjects and librarians, grades 7 – 12, are now invited to apply online. The deadline to apply is January 23, 2011.
Visit the website at www.iie.org/toyota for application instructions, FAQs, and to apply online.
For more info, contact MarDestinee Perez, TITP, IIE, by email at toyotateach@iie.org or by phone at (toll-free) 877-832-2457.
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