October 2009

The AeroGrow Kids Awards will provide 300 K-6 teachers with growing equipment that allows students to raise vegetables and herbs indoors.  Applications are due October 24.  For more information, see http://www.kidsgardening.com/grants/growingkids.asp

The Lawrence Foundation makes grants to support environmental, education, health, human services and other causes. Most grants are $5,000. Grant applications are due either October 31 or April 30.  No grants for technology, physical education, music, theater, gardening and other areas. For more information and how to access the application, go to http://www.thelawrencefoundation.org

Woodard Family Foundation grants support projects in the greater Cottage Grove, Oregon area, including Eugene. Most grants are from $250 to $4,000.  A letter of inquiry and application form are the first steps.  Deadlines for letters are January 1, May 1, or October 1. For more information, go to http://www.woodardff.com/index.html 

The Love Your Veggies™ Nationwide School Lunch Campaign will provide $15,000 to help elementary schools implement a creative and sustainable vegetable consumption program, including training, materials, and vegetables. Ten schools will receive $15,000 awards for projects that begin after April 2010. Applications must be submitted online by no later than midnight, November 6. More information is at http://www.loveyourveggiesgrants.org

The Learning Disabilities Foundation of America solicits grant proposals for innovative research into the causes, prevention and/or remediation of learning disabilities; public awareness programs about the needs of persons with learning disabilities; and innovative programs to develop the capabilities of persons with learning disabilities and the support skills of their families, professional advisors and employers. Applications must be received in the Foundation office by March 15th and September 15th of each year. For more information see http://www.ldanatl.org/about/acld.asp

National Schools of Character Awards provide up to $10,000 to ten schools in the nation that have been doing an exemplary job educating students about character for at least three years.  Half the award must be used to provide professional development and outreach to other schools.  The application is due December 1.  For more information, see http://www.character.org/nsoc.

PG&E's “C101” gives a high school service learning class $5,000 to award to a nonprofit organization of their choice to address a key community issue. Applicants must begin by submitting a letter of inquiry on-line. The next deadline is November 17. The foundation accepts only one application from an organization per year, so if you plan to apply, please contact the Grants Office (Mazzarella@4J.lane.edu). For more information see http://www.pgefoundation.org Just click on community 101 from the home page.

The Lorrie Otto Seeds for Education Grants provide $100-$500 for establishing outdoor learning centers that educate about the benefits of using native plants in our landscape and to promote biodiversity and environmentally sound practices. Grants are due October 15.  For more information see http://www.for-wild.org/sfecvr.html

US Rugby Football Foundation Start-Up Kit Grants provide rugby equipment to high school rugby teams just getting off the ground. Deadlines are rolling.  For more information, see http://www.usrugbyfoundation.org/site/pp.asp?c=9fLHVOxHmE&b=275550

Target Field Trip Grants will provide up to $800 for field trips for students that provide a demonstrable learning experience for students. This year up to 5,000 awards will be made.  Applications must be submitted electronically between now and November 3. For more information see http://sites.target.com/site/en/corporate/page.jsp?contentId=PRD03-002537

Connecting Mathematics to Other Subject Areas Grants will provide up to $3,000 for high school classroom materials or lessons that connect mathematics to other fields. All proposed activities must be completed between June 1, 2010 and May 31, 2011.  Applicants must be current members of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) and teach mathematics in grades 9-12 at least 50% of the school day. Applications must be postmarked by no later than November 13, 2009.  For more information see http://www.nctm.org/resources/content.aspx?id=1328

Classroom-Based Research Grants for K-12 Teachers provide up to $8,000 for classroom-based research in mathematics education by classroom teachers in collaboration with college or university mathematics educators.  The applicant must be a current NCTM member or teach at a school having a current K-8 NCTM school membership. The college-level mathematics educator must also be a member of the NCTM.  The application must be postmarked by November 13. For more information see http://www.nctm.org/resources/content.aspx?id=1330

Using Music to Teach Mathematics Grants for K-2 Teachers provide up to $3,000 to support efforts to incorporate music into the elementary classroom to help students learn mathematics. This award is for individual classroom teachers or small groups of teachers collaborating in one grade or across grade levels. The applicant must be a current NCTM member or teach in a school with a current K-8 NCTM school membership and currently teach mathematics or collaborate with teachers of mathematics in grades K-2.   The application packet must be postmarked by November 13. http://www.nctm.org/resources/content.aspx?id=1318

Bikes Belong Grants provide up to $10,000 to projects that promote bicycling.   Bikes Belong reviews applications on a quarterly cycle. Applications must be postmarked by November 23, 2009 for consideration by February 2010.  For more information and additional deadlines, see http://www.bikesbelong.org/node/42

Lowes Toolbox for Education Grants will provide up to $5,000 to at least 100 K-12 schools for school improvements such as outdoor classrooms, reading gardens or playgrounds. Grants are reviewed three times per year. The deadline for submitting applications for this grant cycle is October 16, 2009, but that may be too late. If 1500 applications are received before the application deadline, then the application process will close earlier. For more information, see http://www.toolboxforeducation.com/index.html

The Aerospace Educator Grant Program provides $250 grants to promote aerospace education activities in K-12 classrooms. Lupe Callihan at Howard received one of these grants in 2007. Grants must be received by November 13. For more information and an application form go to http://www.afa.org/aef/aid/educator.asp

Youth Garden Grants from the National Gardening Association provide $1000 or $500 for assistance with outdoor garden programs. Deadline is November 2. For details see  http://www.kidsgardening.com/grants.asp

The Toyota TAPESTRY Grant Program will award 50 grants of up to $10,000 each and 20 "mini-grants" of $2,500 to K-12 teachers of science.  Deadline will be January 18, 2010.  For more information see http://www.nsta.org/pd/tapestry/guidelines.htm  And before applying, be sure to review "Tips on Submitting a Winning Proposal" found at http://www.nsta.org/pd/tapestry/tipsheet.htm

The Allstate Foundation awards funding to programs in the area of Teen Safe Driving and Economic Empowerment for Domestic Violence Survivors.  Deadlines are rolling. Oregon proposals are to be sent to the Allstate regional office in Bothell, Washington.  Guidelines and application procedures can be found at http://www.allstate.com/citizenship/foundation/funding-guidelines.aspx

The Braitmayer Foundation provides grants for curricular and school reform initiatives and preparation and professional development opportunities, particularly those that encourage people of high ability and diverse background to enter or remain in K-12 teaching.  Grants should be used as challenge grants, seed money or matching funds. Grants for under $10,000 are due November 15.  Grants of up to $35,000 require a letter of inquiry due in June.  No funds for hardware, equipment, after school activities, or pre-kindergarten.  For more information, see http://www.braitmayerfoundation.org/guid.htm

Turning Technologies K-12 Grants Program will provide 15 grade 3-8 classrooms with a wireless student response system including 30,000 state-aligned questions.  Applicants fill out an electronic application, which includes short essays describing what the teacher will do with the system.  Applicants must fax letters of support from the principal and technology specialist.  Extra points are given for classrooms and teachers that are already using technology successfully. Deadline is October 25.   For more information see http://www.turningtechnologies.com/k12studentresponsesystem/k12grants.cfm

Teacher Opportunities

The Mathematics Education Trust will award up to $4,000 for in-service education. Applicant schools must be members of NCTM. Activities must occur after September 1, 2010. (No funds may be used for travel.)  Deadline is May 7, 2010.  For more information see

http://www.nctm.org/resources/content.aspx?id=206 (elementary)

http://www.nctm.org/resources/content.aspx?id=208 (middle)

http://www.nctm.org/resources/content.aspx?id=2942 (high)

The Mathematics Education Trust will award teachers up to $3,000 to improve their competency as mathematics teachers through its Ernest Duncan Grants. Applicant schools must be members of NCTM. Proposals may include development of projects, materials, or curriculum or improvement of background knowledge. Activities must occur after September 1, 2010.  Deadline is November 13.  For more information see

http://www.nctm.org/resources/content.aspx?id=1312 (elementary)

http://www.nctm.org/resources/content.aspx?id=1314 (middle)

http://www.nctm.org/resources/content.aspx?id=1316 (high)

National Science Teachers Association Awards range from $2,000 to $5,000 for exemplary, teachers, principals, and science programs. Some awards require NSTA membership. Deadline for most applications is November 30.  For more information visit http://www.nsta.org/about/awards.aspx?lid=abt

SeaWorld/Busch Gardens Environmental Excellence Awards provide eight school and community groups with a $10,000 monetary award and national recognition. One outstanding environmental educator/leader each year receives $5,000.  Awards have recognized outstanding efforts of K-12 students and teachers working at the grassroots level to protect and preserve the environment. Applications must be received by November 20.  Information and an application can be found at http://www.seaworld.org/conservation-matters/eea/about.htm

The Vernier Technology Awards provide seven $3,000 awards nationwide to teachers for the innovative use of data-collection technology such as a computer, graphing calculator, or other handheld device in the K-college science classroom. Deadline for receipt of applications is November 30.  For more information see http://www.vernier.com/grants/nsta.html

Student Opportunities

Youth Leaders for Literacy grants will award $500 grants to 30 students ages 5-25.  who offer innovative ways to increase literacy skills and appreciation for reading among their peers. Youth can submit their applications through October 30, 2009. The projects will follow the framework of YSA's Semester of Service initiative, launching on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service in January and culminating on Global Youth Service Day, April 23-25. An activity should also occur during the NEA's Read Across America Day on March 2. Access the application at: http://www.cybergrants.com/pls/cybergrants/ao_login.login?x_gm_id=3187&x_proposal_type_id=16674

The Do Something Save Our Music Contest will give five $1,000 grants and one $2,500 grant to a youth or teen who implements an innovative project to save music programs in their school.  The project must be completed by October 16, and the application is due October 23.  For more information, see http://www.dosomething.org/saveourmusic/home

State Farm Shift into Safety Grants award up to $5,000 to teen-led projects that reduce teenage car crashes. Deadline is October 31. For more information see https://www.grantrequest.com/SID_1043/?SA=SNA&FID=35060

The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards recognize students in middle and high school who have demonstrated exemplary community service. Local Honorees receive a certificate of recognition. State Honorees receive an award of $1,000 and a trip to Washington, D.C., for recognition events. Five National Honorees receive an award of $5,000. The student application deadline is November 2.   For more information see http://prudential.com/spirit

The Bubble Wrap Competition for Young Inventors will award one grade 5-8 winner a $10,000 savings bond for the best invention that incorporates the use of Bubble Wrap. Deadline is March 3, 2010. For more information see http://www.nmoe.org/bubblewrap/howtoenter.htm

2009 Do Something Awards honor and fund the efforts of dynamic teenagers who have implemented innovative solutions to problems in their local communities in the areas of community building, health, and the environment.   Five winners in the "18 and under" category receive a $5,000 scholarship and a $5,000 grant for continued community work.  Winners are honored at the annual Do Something Awards Gala, where one winner receives $100,000.   Deadline is December 15. For more information see http://www.dosomething.org/programs/awards

The Christopher Columbus Awards are designed to get middle school students “psyched” about science. Teams of 3 or 4 students along with an adult coach work to solve a problem they identify in their community.   Deadline is February 8, but preliminary activities that must be completed before submitting take about 10-20 weeks.  Eight teams win a trip to Disney World to participate in the finalist activities.  Two teams win savings bonds and plaques. One team wins a grand prize of $25,000 to make their project a reality.  For more information see http://www.christophercolumbusawards.com/