Funding Opportunities
For our full listing of funding opportunities, go to http://dmo.channing-bete.com/r.emt?h=www.channing%2Dbete.com/&t=PU/9pQ&e=GRVo5SI51Qk and choose "Funding Opportunities."
Offering a grant-writing workshop? Looking for tips and strategies for creating a successful grant application? Receive a free copy of our booklet "Finding And Getting Funding" (EM489833CBC) here, or call 1-800-477-4776 to find out how to receive multiple copies.
K-12 Education
ING -- Unsung Heroes
Application Deadline: May 1, 2006
Description: ING Unsung Heroes began ten years ago as a way for ING to demonstrate its commitment to the education community. The awards are given to K-12 educators pioneering new teaching methods and techniques that improve learning. Each year, educators submit applications for an ING Unsung Heroes award by describing projects they have initiated or would like to pursue. Each project is judged on its:
innovative method
creativity
ability to positively influence students.
Who May Apply: All K-12 education professionals, whether or not they are clients of ING, are eligible. Specifically, these individuals must be:
employed by an accredited K-12 public or private school
full-time educators, teachers, principals, paraprofessionals, or classified staff with effective projects that improve student learning.
Funding Amount: All awards must be used to further the projects within the school or school system. Each of the 100 finalists will receive an award of $2,000. Award checks are made payable jointly to the recipient and to his or her school. At least one award will be granted in each of the 50 United States, provided one or more qualified applications are received from each state. Of the 100 finalists, three will be selected for additional financial awards. The first-place winner will receive $25,000, the second-place winner will receive $10,000, and the third-place winner will receive $5,000.
For more information, go to:http://dmo.channing-bete.com/r.emt?h=www.ing.com/us/aboutING/communityconnections/ineducation/unsungheroes/001137.html&t=PU/9pQ&e=GRVo5SI51Qk
Help young children get off to a great start in school
"Know What?® School Is Cool!" (EM98422)B
This interactive, engaging workbook's activities help children prepare for kindergarten, while allaying any fears they might have about being away from parents or caretakers.
To learn more or to place a secure online order, visit:http://dmo.channing-bete.com/r.emt?h=go.channing%2Dbete.com/wa/promotion?p=1%26code=G301W&t=PU/9pQ&e=GRVo5SI51Qk
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Women and Children
The Isabel Allende Foundation -- Esperanza Grants
Application Deadlines: Applications are reviewed on a quarterly basis.Submission deadlines for review are January 1, April 1, July 1, and October 1.
Description: Grants are awarded to grass-roots organizations working to make the world a safer, more compassionate place for women and children through the development of programs addressing health care, education, literacy, shelter, micro-loans, and the arts. The foundation does not fund capital campaigns; individual trips or tours; conferences or events; and projects that benefit political, religious, and/or military organizations.
Who May Apply: Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations (and equivalent international organizations) are eligible to apply. Individuals are not eligible to receive grants and should not apply. Priority is given to programs in the San Francisco Bay Area and Chile.
Funding Amount: Grants typically range from $500 to $5,000.
For more information, go to:http://dmo.channing-bete.com/r.emt?h=isabelallendefoundation.org/english/esperanza_grants.html&t=PU/9pQ&e=GRVo5SI51Qk
Foster strong communities with the resources at:http://dmo.channing-bete.com/r.emt?h=www.channing%2Dbete.com/human%2Dservices/human%2Dservices.html?src=em&t=PU/9pQ&e=GRVo5SI51Qk
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Domestic Violence
Avon Foundation -- Women's Empowerment, Domestic Violence Grants
Application Deadlines:Local or regional programs: Contact the Avon office closest to you for more information (see Web site for Avon office locations and contact information).National programs: September 1 each year
Description: The Avon Foundation was founded to improve the lives of women and their families. The Avon Foundation brings this mission to life through two key areas of focus: breast cancer and women's empowerment, with an emphasis on the issue of domestic violence. In its commitment to end domestic violence, the Avon Foundation in the U.S. supports awareness, education, direct services, and prevention programs.
Who May Apply: The Avon Foundation makes grants only to organizations and institutions having tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
For more information, go to:http://dmo.channing-bete.com/r.emt?h=www.avoncompany.com/women/speakout/dv_grant_guidelines.pdf&t=PU/9pQ&e=GRVo5SI51Qk (requires Adobe® Reader®)
Having trouble opening PDF files?
Help people break the cycle of domestic violence
"Breaking Free From Family Violence" (EM30427)A
This straightforward account informs readers about the destructiveness of family violence and the potential for it to continue into the next generation.
To learn more or to place a secure online order, visit:http://dmo.channing-bete.com/r.emt?h=go.channing%2Dbete.com/wa/promotion?p=1%26code=G301W&t=PU/9pQ&e=GRVo5SI51Qk
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Children and Reading
Libri Foundation -- Books for Children Grant Program
Application Deadlines: There are three deadlines per year: March 15, July 15, and November 15.
Description: The Libri Foundation is a nationwide nonprofit organization that donates new, quality hardcover children's books to small, rural public libraries in the United States through its Books for Children program.
Who May Apply: Libraries may qualify on an individual basis. In general, a library should serve a population under 10,000 (usually under 5,000), have a very limited budget, be in a rural area, and have an active children's department. Please note: "Rural" is usually considered to be at least 30 miles from a city with a population over 40,000.
Funding Amount: Up to $700 per award. The foundation matches local contributions on a 2-to-1 ratio. Thus, a library can receive up to $1,050 worth of new, quality hardcover children's books through the foundation's Books for Children program.
For more information, go to:http://dmo.channing-bete.com/r.emt?h=www.librifoundation.org&t=PU/9pQ&e=GRVo5SI51Qk
Help students develop the skills for success with the resources at:http://dmo.channing-bete.com/r.emt?h=www.channing%2Dbete.com/education/academic%2Dskills.html?src=em&t=PU/9pQ&e=GRVo5SI51Qk
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Youth Literacy
Dollar General Corporation -- Community Grants
Application Deadlines: March 5, June 5, September 5, and December 5 each year
Description: Dollar General's Community Grants program provides support for nonprofit organizations committed to the advancement of youth literacy initiatives.
Who May Apply: Organizations must be located in and providing service within Dollar General's 27-state operating territory. Organizations must be nonprofit/charitable organizations engaged in literacy or basic education programs.
Funding Amount: Typical grant range is $2,500 or less.
For more information, go to:http://dmo.channing-bete.com/r.emt?h=www.dollargeneral.com/community/communityinvestments.aspx&t=PU/9pQ&e=GRVo5SI51Qk
Help parents foster
For our full listing of funding opportunities, go to http://dmo.channing-bete.com/r.emt?h=www.channing%2Dbete.com/&t=PU/9pQ&e=GRVo5SI51Qk and choose "Funding Opportunities."
Offering a grant-writing workshop? Looking for tips and strategies for creating a successful grant application? Receive a free copy of our booklet "Finding And Getting Funding" (EM489833CBC) here, or call 1-800-477-4776 to find out how to receive multiple copies.
K-12 Education
ING -- Unsung Heroes
Application Deadline: May 1, 2006
Description: ING Unsung Heroes began ten years ago as a way for ING to demonstrate its commitment to the education community. The awards are given to K-12 educators pioneering new teaching methods and techniques that improve learning. Each year, educators submit applications for an ING Unsung Heroes award by describing projects they have initiated or would like to pursue. Each project is judged on its:
innovative method
creativity
ability to positively influence students.
Who May Apply: All K-12 education professionals, whether or not they are clients of ING, are eligible. Specifically, these individuals must be:
employed by an accredited K-12 public or private school
full-time educators, teachers, principals, paraprofessionals, or classified staff with effective projects that improve student learning.
Funding Amount: All awards must be used to further the projects within the school or school system. Each of the 100 finalists will receive an award of $2,000. Award checks are made payable jointly to the recipient and to his or her school. At least one award will be granted in each of the 50 United States, provided one or more qualified applications are received from each state. Of the 100 finalists, three will be selected for additional financial awards. The first-place winner will receive $25,000, the second-place winner will receive $10,000, and the third-place winner will receive $5,000.
For more information, go to:http://dmo.channing-bete.com/r.emt?h=www.ing.com/us/aboutING/communityconnections/ineducation/unsungheroes/001137.html&t=PU/9pQ&e=GRVo5SI51Qk
Help young children get off to a great start in school
"Know What?® School Is Cool!" (EM98422)B
This interactive, engaging workbook's activities help children prepare for kindergarten, while allaying any fears they might have about being away from parents or caretakers.
To learn more or to place a secure online order, visit:http://dmo.channing-bete.com/r.emt?h=go.channing%2Dbete.com/wa/promotion?p=1%26code=G301W&t=PU/9pQ&e=GRVo5SI51Qk
Return to top
Women and Children
The Isabel Allende Foundation -- Esperanza Grants
Application Deadlines: Applications are reviewed on a quarterly basis.Submission deadlines for review are January 1, April 1, July 1, and October 1.
Description: Grants are awarded to grass-roots organizations working to make the world a safer, more compassionate place for women and children through the development of programs addressing health care, education, literacy, shelter, micro-loans, and the arts. The foundation does not fund capital campaigns; individual trips or tours; conferences or events; and projects that benefit political, religious, and/or military organizations.
Who May Apply: Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations (and equivalent international organizations) are eligible to apply. Individuals are not eligible to receive grants and should not apply. Priority is given to programs in the San Francisco Bay Area and Chile.
Funding Amount: Grants typically range from $500 to $5,000.
For more information, go to:http://dmo.channing-bete.com/r.emt?h=isabelallendefoundation.org/english/esperanza_grants.html&t=PU/9pQ&e=GRVo5SI51Qk
Foster strong communities with the resources at:http://dmo.channing-bete.com/r.emt?h=www.channing%2Dbete.com/human%2Dservices/human%2Dservices.html?src=em&t=PU/9pQ&e=GRVo5SI51Qk
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Domestic Violence
Avon Foundation -- Women's Empowerment, Domestic Violence Grants
Application Deadlines:Local or regional programs: Contact the Avon office closest to you for more information (see Web site for Avon office locations and contact information).National programs: September 1 each year
Description: The Avon Foundation was founded to improve the lives of women and their families. The Avon Foundation brings this mission to life through two key areas of focus: breast cancer and women's empowerment, with an emphasis on the issue of domestic violence. In its commitment to end domestic violence, the Avon Foundation in the U.S. supports awareness, education, direct services, and prevention programs.
Who May Apply: The Avon Foundation makes grants only to organizations and institutions having tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
For more information, go to:http://dmo.channing-bete.com/r.emt?h=www.avoncompany.com/women/speakout/dv_grant_guidelines.pdf&t=PU/9pQ&e=GRVo5SI51Qk (requires Adobe® Reader®)
Having trouble opening PDF files?
Help people break the cycle of domestic violence
"Breaking Free From Family Violence" (EM30427)A
This straightforward account informs readers about the destructiveness of family violence and the potential for it to continue into the next generation.
To learn more or to place a secure online order, visit:http://dmo.channing-bete.com/r.emt?h=go.channing%2Dbete.com/wa/promotion?p=1%26code=G301W&t=PU/9pQ&e=GRVo5SI51Qk
Return to top
Children and Reading
Libri Foundation -- Books for Children Grant Program
Application Deadlines: There are three deadlines per year: March 15, July 15, and November 15.
Description: The Libri Foundation is a nationwide nonprofit organization that donates new, quality hardcover children's books to small, rural public libraries in the United States through its Books for Children program.
Who May Apply: Libraries may qualify on an individual basis. In general, a library should serve a population under 10,000 (usually under 5,000), have a very limited budget, be in a rural area, and have an active children's department. Please note: "Rural" is usually considered to be at least 30 miles from a city with a population over 40,000.
Funding Amount: Up to $700 per award. The foundation matches local contributions on a 2-to-1 ratio. Thus, a library can receive up to $1,050 worth of new, quality hardcover children's books through the foundation's Books for Children program.
For more information, go to:http://dmo.channing-bete.com/r.emt?h=www.librifoundation.org&t=PU/9pQ&e=GRVo5SI51Qk
Help students develop the skills for success with the resources at:http://dmo.channing-bete.com/r.emt?h=www.channing%2Dbete.com/education/academic%2Dskills.html?src=em&t=PU/9pQ&e=GRVo5SI51Qk
Return to top
Youth Literacy
Dollar General Corporation -- Community Grants
Application Deadlines: March 5, June 5, September 5, and December 5 each year
Description: Dollar General's Community Grants program provides support for nonprofit organizations committed to the advancement of youth literacy initiatives.
Who May Apply: Organizations must be located in and providing service within Dollar General's 27-state operating territory. Organizations must be nonprofit/charitable organizations engaged in literacy or basic education programs.
Funding Amount: Typical grant range is $2,500 or less.
For more information, go to:http://dmo.channing-bete.com/r.emt?h=www.dollargeneral.com/community/communityinvestments.aspx&t=PU/9pQ&e=GRVo5SI51Qk
Help parents foster
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