|
|
The Vincient Saia Foundation was established in August 1987 and is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. In their most recent reporting year ending December 2007, the Foundation reported total assets of $761,886 (Fair Market Value) and total giving of $34,971. According to the 2007 reporting statement, the foundation accepts unsolicited requests for funding from qualified charities, medical and educational institutions. There are no submission deadlines and no restrictions or limitations on awards, such as by geographical areas, charitable fields, kinds of institutions, or other factors. Based on a multi-year analysis of granting activity, the foundation supports projects focused on education, health, social and human services, and religion. Past awarded grants for education projects ranged from $1,000 to $2,500. Past recipients for education grants include Jesuit High School, Brother Martin High School, and St. Michael’s Special School in New Orleans Applications in the form of a written request should be submitted to: Mr. Steven O. Medo, Jr., Suite 2450, 1010 Common Street, New Orleans, LA 70112 Telephone: (504) 529-5151 Note: Be sure to obtain an approved Grant Summary Sheet from the EBR Grants Office before submitting an application to this foundation. Deadline: Ongoing
|
 |
|
The Foundation obtained charitable status in April, 1962 and is located in Mandeville, Louisiana. In their most recent reporting year ending March 31, 2008, the Foundation reported total assets of $3,024,580 (Fair Market Value) and total giving of $165,000. Grants are restricted to Louisiana and requests from individuals are not accepted. The Foundation accepts unsolicited requests for funding from charitable, religious and educational institutions for projects focused on education, health, social and human services, arts and culture, and religion. In 2007, 40% of the Foundation’s giving was in the area of education with grants ranging from $3,000 to $35,000 for equipment and operating expenses. There are no submission deadlines or restrictions or limitations on awards. Applications in the form of a written request and outlines should be submitted to: Ellarose S. Carden, 645-5 N. Beau Chene Drive, Mandeville, LA 70401. Telephone: (985) 845-3603 Deadline: Ongoing (Posted 7/7/09)
|
|
|
The Foundation obtained charitable status in April, 1962 and is located in Mandeville, Louisiana. In their most recent reporting year ending March 31, 2008, the Foundation reported total assets of $3,024,580 (Fair Market Value) and total giving of $165,000. Grants are restricted to Louisiana and requests from individuals are not accepted. The Foundation accepts unsolicited requests for funding from charitable, religious and educational institutions for projects focused on education, health, social and human services, arts and culture, and religion. In 2007, 40% of the Foundation’s giving was in the area of education with grants ranging from $3,000 to $35,000 for equipment and operating expenses. There are no submission deadlines or restrictions or limitations on awards. Applications in the form of a written request and outlines should be submitted to: Ellarose S. Carden, 645-5 N. Beau Chene Drive, Mandeville, LA 70401. Telephone: (985) 845-3603 Deadline: Ongoing (Posted 7/7/09)
|
|
|
The Sacuony Run for Good Foundation grant program is designed to encourage active and healthy lifestyles in children. The grants are open to tax-exempt organizations that initiate and support running and fitness programs for children to help them do better in school, manage stress, and reduce childhood obesity. Maximum award is $10,000. Deadline: June 13, 2009 (Updated 3/31/09)
|
|
|
The Save Our History Grant Program is designed to encourage collaboration between history organizations and schools or youth groups. This year, The History Channel will award $250,000 in Save Our History Grants. History organizations, including museums, historical societies, preservation organizations, archives, libraries, and government agencies who partner on projects with a school district, a coalition of schools, or one school are eligible to apply for grants of up to $10,000 to fund hands-on experiential educational projects that teach students about their local history and actively engage them in its preservation. (Note: Eligible history organizations must submit the application on behalf of their partner school(s) or educational organization(s)). Application deadline: June 1st (Updated 7/24/07)
|
|
|
The Edward G. Schlieder Educational Foundation was established in July 1951 and is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. In their most recent reporting year ending December 2007, the Foundation reported total assets of $60,780,049 (Fair Market Value) and total giving of $3,060,000. The foundation’s purpose is to provide funding for Louisiana educational institutions. According to the 2007 reporting statement, the foundation accepts unsolicited requests for funding and there are no submission deadlines or restrictions. Based on a multi-year analysis of granting activity, the foundation supports projects focused on education, health, social and human services, arts and culture, religion and community development. Past awarded grants for education projects ranged from $5,000 to $490,000. Applications in the form of letters and outlines should be submitted to: Mr. Pierre F. Lapeyre, 201 St. Charles Avenue, Suite 2508, New Orleans, LA 70170 Telephone: (504) 599-5950 Note: Be sure to obtain an approved Grant Summary Sheet from the EBR Grants Office before submitting an application to this foundation. Deadline: Ongoing
|
|
|
The Edward G. Schlieder Educational Foundation was established in July 1951 and is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. In their most recent reporting year ending December 2007, the Foundation reported total assets of $60,780,049 (Fair Market Value) and total giving of $3,060,000. The foundation’s purpose is to provide funding for Louisiana educational institutions. According to the 2007 reporting statement, the foundation accepts unsolicited requests for funding and there are no submission deadlines or restrictions. Based on a multi-year analysis of granting activity, the foundation supports projects focused on education, health, social and human services, arts and culture, religion and community development. Past awarded grants for education projects ranged from $5,000 to $490,000. Applications in the form of letters and outlines should be submitted to: Mr. Pierre F. Lapeyre, 201 St. Charles Avenue, Suite 2508, New Orleans, LA 70170 Telephone: (504) 599-5950 Note: Be sure to obtain an approved Grant Summary Sheet from the EBR Grants Office before submitting an application to this foundation. Deadline: Ongoing
|
|
|
The U.S. Potato Board (USPB), in partnership with the School Nutrition Foundation (SNF) has launched its first-ever School Wellness Grant Program. The program is designed to help move children toward healthier diets and improve their overall wellness. Ten(10) grants of $2,500 each will be awarded to U.S. public elementary schools for foodservice equipment for the healthy preparation of fresh or processed potatoes, playground or P.E. equipment, or nutrition or physical activity educational programs. School administrators, foodservice staff, teachers and parents are eligible to apply on behalf of their schools. Application Deadline: April 15, 2008 (Posted: 8/31/07)
|
|
|
The SeaWorld/Busch Gardens/Fujifilm Environmental Excellence Awards recognize the outstanding efforts of U.S. K-12 schools and community groups who are working at the grassroots level to protect and preserve the environment. In 2008, eight schools will be selected to receive a $10,000 monetary award, national recognition, an award trophy and an all-expenses paid trip for three students and one adult leader to SeaWorld or Busch Gardens. This is an awards program, not a grant program. Applicants should be able to demonstrate significant accomplishments that have occurred prior to the submission deadline. Application Deadline: November 20, 2009 (Updated 9/17/09)
|
|
|
The Sedberry Foundation was established in December 1992 and is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. In their most recent reporting year ending December 2007, the Foundation reported total assets of $758,485 (Fair Market Value) and total giving of $2,300. According to the 2007 reporting statement, the foundation accepts unsolicited requests for funding and there are no submission deadlines or restrictions. Based on a multi-year analysis of granting activity, the foundation supports projects focused on education. Past awarded grants for education projects ranged from $500 to $2,000. Applications (no standard form requested) should be submitted to: Ms. Sharon Ragusa, 172 Lee Drive, Baton Rouge, LA Telephone: (225) 766-7221 Note: Be sure to obtain an approved Grant Summary Sheet from the EBR Grants Office before submitting an application to this foundation. Deadline: Ongoing (Posted 7/14/09)
|
|
|
Shell Oil Company and the Shell Oil Company Foundation will consider charitable contributions to eligible nonprofit organizations, including schools and school districts, for select programs that fall within the following focused areas: 1) Environment, 2) Workforce Development/Education, 3) Community Outreach, and 4) Health and Welfare. The Foundation supports K-12 programs that boost math and science skills, especially those that target minority students. Unsolicited proposals are reviewed on a regular basis. Applications must be submitted online and you will have to complete an eligibility test prior to completion. Deadline: Ongoing (Posed 8/18/08)
|
|
|
Shell Oil Company and the Shell Oil Company Foundation will consider charitable contributions to eligible nonprofit organizations, including schools and school districts, for select programs that fall within the following focused areas: 1) Environment, 2) Workforce Development/Education, 3) Community Outreach, and 4) Health and Welfare. The Foundation supports K-12 programs that boost math and science skills, especially those that target minority students. Unsolicited proposals are reviewed on a regular basis. Applications must be submitted online and you will have to complete an eligibility test prior to completion. Deadline: Ongoing (Posed 8/18/08)
|
|
|
Shell Oil Company and the Shell Oil Company Foundation will consider charitable contributions to eligible nonprofit organizations, including schools and school districts, for select programs that fall within the following focused areas: 1) Environment, 2) Workforce Development/Education, 3) Community Outreach, and 4) Health and Welfare. The Foundation supports K-12 programs that boost math and science skills, especially those that target minority students. Unsolicited proposals are reviewed on a regular basis. Applications must be submitted online and you will have to complete an eligibility test prior to completion. Deadline: Ongoing (Posed 8/18/08)
|
|
|
The Siemens Foundation, in partnership with the Discovery Education and the National Science Teachers Association, is accepting applications from teachers and students from across the United States for their second We Can Change the World Challenge. This year the program has been expanded to include elementary grades. The program is designed to encourage tudents in kindergarten through eighth grade to team up with their classmates to create replicable solutions to environmental issues in their classroom (K-2nd Grades), school (3rd – 5th Grades), and community (6th-8th Grades). Student and teacher/mentor prizes include school grants, savings bonds, trips, TV appearances, and more. Deadlines: January 31 (elementary-level) and March 15 (middle school level) (Posted 11/10/09)
|
|
|
The Siemens Foundation, in partnership with the Discovery Education and the National Science Teachers Association, is accepting applications from teachers and students from across the United States for their second We Can Change the World Challenge. This year the program has been expanded to include elementary grades. The program is designed to encourage tudents in kindergarten through eighth grade to team up with their classmates to create replicable solutions to environmental issues in their classroom (K-2nd Grades), school (3rd – 5th Grades), and community (6th-8th Grades). Student and teacher/mentor prizes include school grants, savings bonds, trips, TV appearances, and more. Deadlines: January 31 (elementary-level) and March 15 (middle school level)
|
|
|
The Siemens Foundation, in partnership with the Discovery Education and the National Science Teachers Association, is accepting applications from teachers and students from across the United States for their second We Can Change the World Challenge. This year the program has been expanded to include elementary grades. The program is designed to encourage tudents in kindergarten through eighth grade to team up with their classmates to create replicable solutions to environmental issues in their classroom (K-2nd Grades), school (3rd – 5th Grades), and community (6th-8th Grades). Student and teacher/mentor prizes include school grants, savings bonds, trips, TV appearances, and more. Deadlines: January 31 (elementary-level) and March 15 (middle school level)
|
|
|
The National Weather Association (NWA) annually awards grants of up to $500 to K-12 teachers to help improve the education of their students in meteorology. Funds may be used to take an accredited course in atmospheric sciences, attend a relevant workshop or conference, or purchase scientific materials or equipment for the classroom. These grants are made possible through the generous donations of NWA members who contribute to this fund in honor of Sol Hirsch who retired in 1992 after being the NWA Executive Director for 11 years. Application deadline: June 15 (Updated 3/30/09)
|
|
|
The Sprint Foundation is committed to supporting K-12 education initiatives within the focus area of character education. In 2008, Sprint’s Character Education Grant Program awarded more than $600,000 to schools and school districts nationwide. All US public K-12 schools and school districts are eligible to apply for funds to support character education. Projects should be designed to promote leadership, youth volunteerism, character education and school pride. Grants will fund the purchase of resource materials, supplies, teacher training and equipment that facilitates character education for K-12 students. Deadline: February 27, 2009 (Posted 1/8/09)
|
|
|
State Farm Field Offices accept requests for local initiatives for public K-12 schools in the following areas: 1) teacher excellence programs that improve teacher quality, 2) service-learning programs that integrate core classroom curriculum with service to the community, and 3) programs that incorporate the Systemic Improvement criteria into education systems to improve overall effectiveness. Organizations are permitted to submit one proposal per year. Proposals are accepted year-round and are reviewed in a timely manner. Note: EBR grant proposals should be submitted to the attention of Public Affairs, GNC Coordinator, Columbia Operations Center, 4700 So. Providence Rd, Columbia, MO 65217-0001. Application Deadline: Ongoing (Updated 10/26/09)
|
|
|
State Farm Field Offices accept requests for local initiatives for public K-12 schools in the following areas: 1) teacher excellence programs that improve teacher quality, 2) service-learning programs that integrate core classroom curriculum with service to the community, and 3) programs that incorporate the Systemic Improvement criteria into education systems to improve overall effectiveness. Organizations are permitted to submit one proposal per year. Proposals are accepted year-round and are reviewed in a timely manner. Note: EBR grant proposals should be submitted to the attention of Public Affairs, GNC Coordinator, Columbia Operations Center, 4700 So. Providence Rd, Columbia, MO 65217-0001. Application Deadline: Ongoing (Updated 10/26/09)
|
|
|
State Farm Field Offices accept requests for local initiatives for public K-12 schools in the following areas: 1) teacher excellence programs that improve teacher quality, 2) service-learning programs that integrate core classroom curriculum with service to the community, and 3) programs that incorporate the Systemic Improvement criteria into education systems to improve overall effectiveness. Organizations are permitted to submit one proposal per year. Proposals are accepted year-round and are reviewed in a timely manner. Note: EBR grant proposals should be submitted to the attention of Public Affairs, GNC Coordinator, Columbia Operations Center, 4700 So. Providence Rd, Columbia, MO 65217-0001. Application Deadline: Ongoing (Updated 10/26/09)
|
|
|
The STEM Innovation Grants, sponsored by the National Action Council for Minorities in Engineering’s (NACME), provide funding for science, technology, engineering, or math-related projects. Full-time 6th-12th grade classroom teachers in urban, public high schools are eligible to apply for grants of up to $1,000. Funds from the award may be used to purchase equipment, supplies, publications, or transportation related to the project. Grants may not be use to provide compensation for school personnel. Grants must be used and projects must be completed during the academic year in which they are awarded. Deadline: November 30 (Posted 2/11/09)
|
|
|
The STEM Innovation Grants, sponsored by the National Action Council for Minorities in Engineering’s (NACME), provide funding for science, technology, engineering, or math-related projects. Full-time 6th-12th grade classroom teachers in urban, public high schools are eligible to apply for grants of up to $1,000. Funds from the award may be used to purchase equipment, supplies, publications, or transportation related to the project. Grants may not be use to provide compensation for school personnel. Grants must be used and projects must be completed during the academic year in which they are awarded. Deadline: November 30
|
|
|
The STEM Innovation Grants, sponsored by the National Action Council for Minorities in Engineering’s (NACME), provide funding for science, technology, engineering, or math-related projects. Full-time 6th-12th grade classroom teachers in urban, public high schools are eligible to apply for grants of up to $1,000. Funds from the award may be used to purchase equipment, supplies, publications, or transportation related to the project. Grants may not be use to provide compensation for school personnel. Grants must be used and projects must be completed during the academic year in which they are awarded. Deadline: November 30 (Posted 2/11/09)
|
|
|
The STEM Innovation Grants, sponsored by the National Action Council for Minorities in Engineering’s (NACME), provide funding for science, technology, engineering, or math-related projects. Full-time 6th-12th grade classroom teachers in urban, public high schools are eligible to apply for grants of up to $1,000. Funds from the award may be used to purchase equipment, supplies, publications, or transportation related to the project. Grants may not be use to provide compensation for school personnel. Grants must be used and projects must be completed during the academic year in which they are awarded. Deadline: November 30 (Posted 2/11/09)
|
|
|
The Student Youth Travel Association (SYTA) Youth Foundation is accepting applications for the 2010 Silver Lining Program. The 4th annual Silver Lining Program will provide an all-expenses paid travel experience for an entire class of high school students (no more than 50 people) between the ages of 14-19. This program targets deserving high school students who have demonstrated through their action, intention, or circumstances the desire to overcome extreme happenings and expand their awareness, creating a dramatic life change. Through the program, students will receive an all-expense paid travel experience that will allow them to grow intellectually, academically, and culturally. In addition, the trip will offer universal sharing, personal growth, and the opportunity to establish bonds and friendships that may last a lifetime. The dates and destination of the trip will be determined upon selection of the winning class. Each applicant (i.e. teacher, music director, coach, counselor, program director, youth advisor, etc.) must submit a video/CD presentation and share why their class is in need of this travel experience as well as how they feel the trip would benefit the students. Deadline: June 1, 2009 (Posted 1/21/09)
|
|
|
The purpose of the Hatton W. Sumners Foundation is to encourage the study, teaching and research into the science and art of self-government. The Foundation provides support to programs and activities provide personal involvement in the political process and functions of government, such as mock trials, mock political conventions, mock legislative sessions, and government internships. The Foundation also provides funding for attendance at conferences and seminars on relevant public policy issues, as well as, academic contests and other educational programs for young people, educators, professionals and other societal leaders on the relevant principles of American Democratic Self-Government. Qualified, tax-exempt organizations (i.e. schools, colleges, universities, etc.) in Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Arkansas, Nebraska and Missouri are eligible to apply for grants. In 2008, the Foundation awarded 49 grants totaling approximately $2.5 million. Awarded grants ranged from $11,000 - $175,000. Deadlines: January 1st – August 1st (Posted 8/25/09)
|
|
|
The Sunshine Lady Foundation was founded in November 1996 in Wilmington, North Carolina. The purpose of the Foundation is to support the development of education for women and children, services for families in crisis, and health. Past Education grant awards ranged from $217,336 to $4,000. Funded projects focused on mentoring, truancy prevention, after-school programs, gifted education, and school sponsored out-of-state trips. Contact the EBR Grants office at 226-7665 for a detailed list of grant recipients, award amounts and project descriptions. Note: This Foundation does not have a website or confirmed deadline dates. Contact the Foundation directly for more information: Sunshine Lady Foundation Inc., 4900 Randall Pkwy, Suite H, Wilmington, North Carolina 28403 Telephone: (910) 397-7742. (Posted 1/28/09)
|
|
|
The Sunshine Lady Foundation was founded in November 1996 in Wilmington, North Carolina. The purpose of the Foundation is to support the development of education for women and children, services for families in crisis, and health. Past Education grant awards ranged from $217,336 to $4,000. Funded projects focused on mentoring, truancy prevention, after-school programs, gifted education, and school sponsored out-of-state trips. Contact the EBR Grants office at 226-7665 for a detailed list of grant recipients, award amounts and project descriptions. Note: This Foundation does not have a website or confirmed deadline dates. Contact the Foundation directly for more information: Sunshine Lady Foundation Inc., 4900 Randall Pkwy, Suite H, Wilmington, North Carolina 28403 Telephone: (910) 397-7742. (Posted 1/28/09)
|
|
|
Sunshine Lady Foundation
The Sunshine Lady Foundation was founded in November 1996 in Wilmington, North Carolina. The purpose of the Foundation is to support the development of education for women and children, services for families in crisis, and health. Past Education grant awards ranged from $217,336 to $4,000. Funded projects focused on mentoring, truancy prevention, after-school programs, gifted education, and school sponsored out-of-state trips. Contact the EBR Grants office at 226-7665 for a detailed list of grant recipients, award amounts and project descriptions. Note: This Foundation does not have a website or confirmed deadline dates. Contact the Foundation directly for more information: Sunshine Lady Foundation Inc., 4900 Randall Pkwy, Suite H, Wilmington, North Carolina 28403 Telephone: (910) 397-7742. (Posted 1/28/09)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
