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Wednesday, October 18, 2006

Ann Bancroft Foundation Dare to Dream
Posted by: "Alyssa Macy" nativeshare@yahoo.com nativeshare
Thu Oct 5, 2006 9:22 pm (PST)
The Ann Bancroft Foundation Dare to Dream mini-grant for MN is an excellent opportunity. The range and variety of experiences selected for grants is pretty encouraging. The application is not nearly as complicated as most, either. Please pass this information on AND/OR help a young girl to make a dream come true by helping her with the application. I know that we know a zillion young girls who are in need and can use this opportunity!------------ --------- --------- ---The Ann Bancroft Foundation ( <http://annbancroftf oundation. org/> <<http://annbancroftf oundation. org/>> ) supports girls and women to realize their highest dreams and potential. The foundation endeavors to live this mission by recognizing individual achievement and by promoting initiatives that inspire courage, risk-taking, integrity, and individuality in girls and women.The foundation is accepting applications for its Fall 2006 round of Dare to Dream mini-grants for Minnesota girls age 10 through grade 10.For this program, the foundation seeks grant applications from girls who need financial help to realize their potential.Girls need to clearly describe a special interest that has sparked their imagination, creativity, or a dream they may not have thought possible. Mini-grants have been given for classes, camps, or lessons to improve a skill; outdoor adventures or camps; honors programs; travel with approved schools or groups; choir trips or school activities; and more.Grants range from $100 to $500 each. The grant application requires statement of the exact amount need for the proposed activity. Grant checks will be made payable to the organization providing the activity.To be eligible, girls must be age 10 through grade 10 and reside in the state of Minnesota. Each girl must have an adult mentor other than immediate family who will help guide her through the process.Visit the foundation's Web site for complete program information and application materials.RFP Link:<http://fconline. foundationcenter .org/pnd/ 10004026/ annbancroftfound ation>