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Michigan Department of Education – Grants Coordination & School Support

REPORT OF GRANTS AVAILABLE

Last Updated 3/16/2006

SUBJECT: Activism GRANTOR: Tolerance.og TITLE: Tolerance.org 'Mix it Up' Grants AMOUNT: $500 DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Public or private K-12 schools or

community organizations TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds for student-directed projects focused on identifying and challenging social boundaries in schools and communities.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.tolerance.org/teens/grants.jsp __________________________________

SUBJECT: After School Programs GRANTOR: AOL Time Warner Foundation TITLE: AOL Time Warner's Various Programs AMOUNT: N/A DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: 501(c)(3) tax exempt organizations TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds for developing and testing after school programs. APP METHOD: Application information available at www.timewarner.com/corp/citizenship/education/ __________________________________

SUBJECT: Amateur Radio Programs GRANTOR: Clark Foundation TITLE: Progress Grant AMOUNT: $500 DUE DATE: 11/1 annually CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: High school radio clubs, youth

groups TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to support teachers using amateur radio in their classrooms as an instructional tool. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.arrl.org/FandES/tbp/progress-grant.html __________________________________




SUBJECT: Amateur Radio Programs GRANTOR: Clark Foundation TITLE: The Victor C. Clark Youth Incentive Program AMOUNT: $1,000 DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: High school radio clubs, youth

groups TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to support amateur radio for after-school programs.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.arrl.org/arrlf/vivyip.html __________________________________

SUBJECT: AmeriCorps GRANTOR: Corporation for National and Community Service TITLE: National Professional Corps (CNCS) AMOUNT: varies DUE DATE: 2/14/2006 CONTACT: James Willie

CFDA #: 94.006 ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Non-profit, community and labor

organizations and Native American tribes

TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 202/606-6845 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Federal funds to support volunteer programs that enlist professionals to meet pressing community needs. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.cns.gov/for_organizations/funding/index.asp __________________________________

SUBJECT: Animal Companionship GRANTOR: Laura J. Niles Foundation TITLE: Laura J. Niles Foundation Grants AMOUNT: generally up to $50,000 DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: Rose Anne Miller

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: 501(c)(3) tax exempt organizations TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 203/629-7314 EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to improve learning and economic growth through animal companionship. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.ljniles.org/index.htm __________________________________




SUBJECT: Arts & Culture GRANTOR: ArtServe Michigan TITLE: 2005 Governor's Awards for Arts & Culture Student Event AMOUNT: Stipend DUE DATE: 11/16/2005 CONTACT: Donna Edwards

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: High school students and teachers TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 248/557-8288, ext.13 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to provide limited stipends to help with travel costs for attendance at the Jerry Bruckheimer event and workshop on 11/16/2005 at the Detroit Opera House.

APP METHOD: Registration information available online at www.ArtServeMichigan.org or by calling the number above __________________________________

SUBJECT: Arts and Culture GRANTOR: Target TITLE: Arts in Education AMOUNT: typically $1,000 to $3,000 per grant DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Schools, libraries and non-profit

organizations TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to help the entire family participate in arts and cultural experiences or programs that bring the arts to schools or children to the arts.

APP METHOD: Contact your local Target store team leader for application information __________________________________

SUBJECT: Arts and Education GRANTOR: The Educational Foundation of America TITLE: Educational Foundation of America (EFA) Grants AMOUNT: N/A DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: Josh Carey

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Any U.S. non-profit institution

(public agency or private non-profit organization)


PURPOSE: Private funds for specific projects and areas of interest that include arts, education, and other focuses. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.efaw.org/page6.html __________________________________




SUBJECT: Arts-in-Education GRANTOR: Harry Chapin Foundation TITLE: Harry Chapin Foundation Grants AMOUNT: $100 - $10,000 DUE DATE: Annually in March, July and November CONTACT: Leslie Ramme

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: 501(c)(3) organizations TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 631/423-7558 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to address the problems of the disadvantaged and promote educational programs that lead to a greater understanding of human suffering.

APP METHOD: Application information available by calling the contact number. __________________________________

SUBJECT: At-Risk Pupils GRANTOR: Michigan Department of Education TITLE: 2005-06 Section 31a - Funds for At-Risk Pupils AMOUNT: estimated $310,457,000 DUE DATE: No application, except for new PSAs CONTACT: Field Services Consultant or Linda Brown

CFDA #: N/A ID#: FS-4731A ELIGIBLE: LEAs and PSAs TYPE: Formula PHONE: 517/373-3921 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: State Aid (School Aid Appropriation Act, Sec. 31a) to provide instructional programs and direct non-instructional services, including, but not limited to, medical or counseling services for at-risk pupils.

APP METHOD: Paper application for new PSAs online at www.michigan.gov/mde/0,1607,7-140-6530_30334-43638--,00.html __________________________________

SUBJECT: Awards GRANTOR: National Council for the Social Studies TITLE: Various social studies-related grant programs AMOUNT: varies DUE DATE: Various CONTACT: Ana Chiquillo Post

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Individuals or groups in ISDs, LEAs,

PSAs, IHEs, or public institutions TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 301/588-1800 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to honor the outstanding performance of teachers and encourage unique and innovative social studies education projects.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.ncss.org/awards __________________________________




SUBJECT: Awards GRANTOR: American Library Association TITLE: Marshall Cavendish Excellence in Library Programming

Award AMOUNT: $2,000 DUE DATE: 12/01/2005 CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: School and public libraries TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to honor library programming that impacts the community and responds to community needs.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.ala.org/Template.cfm?Section=awards&template=/ContentManagement/ContentDisplay.cfm&ContentID=65768

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SUBJECT: Awards GRANTOR: Volvo Cars of North America TITLE: Volvo for Life Awards AMOUNT: Use of a Volvo for life and $25,000 - $50,000 for the charity of

winner's choice DUE DATE: 01/15/2006 CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: U.S. individuals whose achievements

occurred at least in part during 2004 TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to honor ordinary people who go above and beyond the call of duty to help others in the areas of safety, quality of life, and the environment.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.volvoforlifeawards.com __________________________________

SUBJECT: Baseball Programs GRANTOR: Major League Baseball and the Major League Baseball Players

Association TITLE: Baseball Tomorrow Fund AMOUNT: varied DUE DATE: Quarterly - 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, 10/1 CONTACT: Matt Burton

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Non-profit organizations TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 212/931-7878 EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to finance a new baseball or softball program, expand or improve an existing program, undertake a new collaborative effort, or obtain facilities or equipment necessary for youth baseball or softball programs.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at http://mlb.mlb.com/NASApp/mlb/mlb/official_info/community/btf.jsp __________________________________




SUBJECT: Bond Program GRANTOR: Michigan Department of Education TITLE: Qualified Zone Academy Bond (QZAB) Program AMOUNT: approximately $11,885,000 for 2005 DUE DATE: It is anticipated that new applications will not be funded until

2006. CONTACT: Andy DeYoung

CFDA #: N/A ID#: OG-4930 ELIGIBLE: ISDs, LEAs, and PSAs TYPE: Bond PHONE: 517/373-1806 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Federal program to help strengthen schools serving large concentrations of low-income families by allowing eligible public schools to finance the equipping and/or renovating of school facilities on an interest-free basis through tax credits.

APP METHOD: Paper application online at www.mi.gov/mde/0,1607,7-140-5236_6048-19934--.00.html. Note: Applicants are funded on a first come, first served basis. If funds are insufficient, applicants are put on a waiting list for subsequent year funds.

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SUBJECT: Books GRANTOR: Ann Martin TITLE: The Lisa Libraries AMOUNT: N/A DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Non-profit organizations and

educational programs TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 845/657-8431 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private organization to donate brand-new books to poor and underprivileged children. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.lisalibraries.org __________________________________

SUBJECT: Challenged Athletes GRANTOR: Challenged Athletes Foundation TITLE: Challenged Athletes Foundation Grants AMOUNT: $200 - $3,500 DUE DATE: Applications accepted annually from 9/1 through 12/1 CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Any person of any age with a

permanent disability TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds for individuals with physical disabilities who need funding for sports-specific training, competition or sports equipment or prosthetics.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.challengedathletes.org __________________________________




SUBJECT: Character Education GRANTOR: The Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation TITLE: The Bradley Foundation Grants Program AMOUNT: varies DUE DATE: Quarterly - Prior to 3/1, 7/1, 9/1, 12/1 CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: 501(c)(3) or 509(a) tax exempt

organizations TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 414/291-9915 EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to cultivate a sense of citizenship among the American people and among peoples of other nations or to research the needs of gifted children and techniques of providing education for students with superior skills and/or intelligence.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.bradleyfdn.org/app.html __________________________________

SUBJECT: Child Confidence Building GRANTOR: Computer Associates TITLE: Computer Associates Community Grants AMOUNT: N/A DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: Vivian Calusinski

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Non-profit organizations and

publicly funded educational institutions

TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 630/505-6000 EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to support programs that help pre-school to high school children build confidence needed to succeed and have a positive impact on community life.

APP METHOD: Apply online at www.ca.com/community/application.htm __________________________________

SUBJECT: Children/Family GRANTOR: Brinker International TITLE: Brinker International Grants AMOUNT: varies DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: 501(c)(3) tax exempt organizations

in communities where there are Brinker restaurants (Chili's, On the Border, etc.)

TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to support programs and projects that are affiliated with children and family. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.brinker.com/contact/charitable_requests.asp __________________________________




SUBJECT: Children's Books GRANTOR: National Endowment of the Humanities and The American

Library Association TITLE: "We the People" Bookshelf AMOUNT: fifteen thematically related books for early to upper elementary

or middle to high school students DUE DATE: 01/17/2006 CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: U.S. public libraries and K-12 school

libraries TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 800/545-2433 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to encourage youths to read classic books and explore themes in American history, culture and ideas.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.wethepeople.gov/bookshelf/becomingamerican-guidelines.html __________________________________

SUBJECT: Civic Involvement GRANTOR: Ludwick Family Foundation TITLE: Arsalyn Peer Exchange Program AMOUNT: up to $1,500 per award DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A


PURPOSE: Private funds to promote youth (ages 16 - 20) civic involvement across party lines. APP METHOD: Application information available at www.arsalyn.org/peerExchange.asp __________________________________

SUBJECT: Civil Rights GRANTOR: Andrew Goodman Foundation TITLE: Andrew Goodman Foundation Grants AMOUNT: $100 - $1,000 DUE DATE: 5/14 & 11/15 annually CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: 501(c)(3) Tax exempt organizations TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 212/362-7265 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to improve civil rights and social and economic justice issues. APP METHOD: Application information available online at http://hometown.aol.com/andrewgoodmanfdn __________________________________




SUBJECT: Community Development GRANTOR: The Allstate Foundation TITLE: Allstate Foundation Grants AMOUNT: N/A DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: North Central Region Office

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: 501(c)(3) tax exempt organizations TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 248/994-9386 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds for projects related to tolerance, diversity and inclusion; safe and vital communities; economic empowerment.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.allstate.com/foundation/funding.html __________________________________

SUBJECT: Community Education GRANTOR: Harry Chapin Foundation TITLE: Harry Chapin Foundation Grants AMOUNT: $100 - $10,000 DUE DATE: Annually in March, July and November CONTACT: Leslie Ramme

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: 501(c)(3) organizations TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 631/423-7558 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to address the problems of the disadvantaged and promote educational programs that lead to a greater understanding of human suffering.

APP METHOD: Application information available by calling the contact number. __________________________________

SUBJECT: Community Improvement GRANTOR: John S. and James L. Knight Foundation TITLE: John S. and James L. Knight Foundation Community Partners

Program AMOUNT: to be determined DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: David Smydra


PURPOSE: Private funds to improve the quality of life in 26 U.S. communities where the Knight brothers owned newspapers, which includes Detroit.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at http://www.knightfdn.org __________________________________




SUBJECT: Community Needs GRANTOR: Payless Shoe Source Foundation TITLE: Payless Shoe Source Foundation Grants AMOUNT: around $5,000 DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: 501(c)(3) Tax exempt organizations

in communities where Payless operates (No religious or political organizations)


PURPOSE: Private funds for programs that demonstrate measurable results.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.payless.com/en-US/Corporate/Foundation/Foundation.htm __________________________________

SUBJECT: Community Problems GRANTOR: Do Something TITLE: Brick Awards AMOUNT: up to $10,000 DUE DATE: Annually in the fall CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: U.S. individuals 25 and under TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to young leaders who identified a community problem and did something about it. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.dosomething.org/brick-awards.htm __________________________________

SUBJECT: Community Programs GRANTOR: Lowell Area Community Fund TITLE: Lowell Area Community Fund AMOUNT: up to $10,000 DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Non-profit organizations serving

Lowell, Michigan TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to support community educational initiatives. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.grfoundation.org/lowell/ __________________________________




SUBJECT: Community Service GRANTOR: MTV and Youth Venture TITLE: Think Venture Grants AMOUNT: up to $1,000 DUE DATE: One winner named each week until 12/31/2005 CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Groups of two or more US youths

led by someone age 13-20 TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 212/278-8930 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to support the creation of youth-led organizations, clubs or businesses.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at http://www.youthventure.org/index.php?tg=articles&idx=More&%20article=1276&topics=368

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SUBJECT: Consolidated Application GRANTOR: Michigan Department of Education TITLE: 2005-06 Consolidated Application (NOTE: This is not a

program) AMOUNT: N/A DUE DATE: July 1 or the beginning fiscal obligation date needed by the

district CONTACT: Field Services Consultant or Linda Brown

CFDA #: Various ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: ISDs, LEAs, and PSAs TYPE: Formula PHONE: 517/373-3921 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Federal and state funds under a number of programs are accessed through the Consolidated Application. The purpose of the Consolidated Application is to improve coordination across programs to improve teaching and learning and reduce fragmentation.

APP METHOD: Electronic Consolidated Application submitted online via the Michigan Electronic Grants System (MEGS) at

http://meis.mde.state.mi.us/megs __________________________________

SUBJECT: Defibrillators GRANTOR: Medtronic, Inc. TITLE: "Keep the Beat" Defibrillator Grants AMOUNT: one free AED and training DUE DATE: ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: K-12 public schools TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to support public awareness of sudden cardiac arrest and early defibrillation through the donation of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.medtronic.com/foundation __________________________________




SUBJECT: Design Contest GRANTOR: Dimension 3D Printing Group TITLE: Extreme Redesign Contest AMOUNT: $1,000 and $2,500 scholarships DUE DATE: 12/31/2005 CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: All 9-12 graders and postsecondary

students TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds for scholarships for 9-12 graders and postsecondary CAD students with the most creative, innovative design.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.dimensionprinting.com/extreme.html __________________________________

SUBJECT: Detroit Area Improvement GRANTOR: The Skillman Foundation TITLE: The Skillman Foundation Grants AMOUNT: up to $10,000 DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Any K-12 school in Wayne, Oakland

or Macomb county TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 313/393-1185 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to improve children's homes, neighborhoods, and schools in the Detroit metropolitan area. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.skillman.org __________________________________

SUBJECT: Detroit Teacher Scholarships GRANTOR: The Broad Foundation TITLE: Detroit Teacher Scholarships AMOUNT: student loans paid off DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Graduates of Detroit Public Schools

(DPS) who attended or are attending MSU who are/will be teaching in DPS


PURPOSE: Private funds to attract teachers to Detroit Public Schools. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.broadfoundation.org __________________________________




SUBJECT: Diversity GRANTOR: Starbucks Foundation TITLE: Leaders in Diversity AMOUNT: typically $5,000 to $20,000 per grant DUE DATE: 4/1 and 10/1 annually CONTACT: N/A


PURPOSE: Private funds for programs that teach the value of societal diversity, with an emphasis on the development of leadership skills to build bridges of understanding between individuals, groups and communities.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.starbucks.com/aboutus/grantinfo.asp __________________________________

SUBJECT: Diversity GRANTOR: The Allstate Foundation TITLE: Allstate Foundation Grants AMOUNT: N/A DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: North Central Region Office


PURPOSE: Private funds for projects related to tolerance, diversity and inclusion; safe and vital communities; economic empowerment. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.allstate.com/foundation/funding.html __________________________________

SUBJECT: Early Childhood Education GRANTOR: Rosie's For All Kids Foundation TITLE: Rosie's For All Kids Foundation AMOUNT: $5,000-$10,000 DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A


organizations TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to support nonprofit childcare and after-school organizations serving economically disadvantaged and at-risk youth.

APP METHOD: Application information available at www.forallkids.org __________________________________




SUBJECT: Early Childhood Education GRANTOR: The Joyce Foundation TITLE: Early Childhood Education AMOUNT: Up to $6,000,000 DUE DATE: Quarterly, check website for due dates CONTACT: Roseanna Ander


organizations TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 312/782-2464 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to support policy initiatives aimed at making preschool accessible to all three to five year olds.

APP METHOD: Application information available at www.joycefdn.org __________________________________

SUBJECT: Education GRANTOR: Mattel Children's Foundation TITLE: Mattel Children's Foundation Grants AMOUNT: $5,000 - $25,000 DUE DATE: April and September annually CONTACT: N/A


PURPOSE: Private funds to improve the lives of all children in need so that they may grow up happy, healthy, and with the knowledge and skills necessary to become contributing members of a global society.

APP METHOD: Application eligibility quiz is available online at www.grantrequest.com/SID_489?SA=SNA&FID=35004 __________________________________

SUBJECT: Education and Community GRANTOR: Darden Restaurants TITLE: The Darden Restaurant Foundation Community-Based Grants

Program AMOUNT: varies DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Detroit area K-12 schools in

communities with Darden restaurants including Red Lobster and Olive Garden


PURPOSE: Private funds to improve literacy rates, encourage classroom diversity and job readiness training. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.dardenrestaurants.com/com_gs_funding.asp __________________________________




SUBJECT: Education Improvement GRANTOR: RGK (Ronya and George Kozmetsky) Foundation TITLE: RGK Foundation Grants AMOUNT: most grants are under $25,000 DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: 501(c)(3) or 170(c) Tax exempt


PURPOSE: Private funds to support various education efforts.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.rgkfoundation.org/guidelines.php __________________________________

SUBJECT: Education Improvement GRANTOR: Rohm and Haas TITLE: Rohm and Haas' Responsible Neighborhood Program AMOUNT: $250 - $10,000 DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: 501(c)(3) tax exempt organizations

in Rohm and Haas communities TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 313/843-6173 EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds for the development of teachers in math, science, technology and the environment. Also provides funding for mentoring, after school, and child safety programs.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.rohmhaas.com/community __________________________________

SUBJECT: Education Improvement GRANTOR: Tiger Woods Foundation TITLE: Tiger Woods Foundation Grants AMOUNT: varies DUE DATE: 2/1, 5/1, 8/1, 11/1 annually CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Parents, custodians and guardians TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 714/816-1806 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds for programs and projects that enhance the learning process for children. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.twfound.org __________________________________




SUBJECT: Educational Innovation GRANTOR: NEA Foundation for the Improvement of Education TITLE: Innovative Grants AMOUNT: $5,000 DUE DATE: 9/15, 2/1, 6/1 annually CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: ISDs, LEAs, and PSAs TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to support innovations that significantly improve achievement and close the achievement gap for underserved learners.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.nfie.org/programs/grantguides.htm __________________________________

SUBJECT: Educational Programs GRANTOR: Citigroup Foundation TITLE: Educating the Next Generation AMOUNT: varied DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: Charles V. Raymond

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Non-profit organizations TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to improve educational opportunities in low-income communities that will better prepare the next generation for life-long learning and the workforce.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.citigroup.com/citigroup/corporate/foundation/guide.htm __________________________________

SUBJECT: Educational Programs GRANTOR: Garth Brooks Teammates for Kids Foundation TITLE: Teammates for Kids Foundation Grants AMOUNT: typically $10,000 to $50,000 per grant DUE DATE: 2/8/2006 CONTACT: N/A


PURPOSE: Private funds to support the on-going work of operating organizations that help needy children in the areas of health, education and inner-city services.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.touchemall.com/apply_for_grant/apply_grant.htm __________________________________




SUBJECT: Educational Programs GRANTOR: General Motors TITLE: General Motors Foundation and Corporate Giving AMOUNT: N/A DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A


PURPOSE: Private funds to improve educational aspects in GM communities.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.gm.com/company/gmability/community/guidelines/index.html __________________________________

SUBJECT: Educational Programs GRANTOR: Mallinckrodt Medical, Inc. TITLE: Grassroots Campaign Grants AMOUNT: $100 to $250,000 per grant DUE DATE: Quarterly - 3/1, 6/1, 9/1, 12/1 CONTACT: Betsy Kippenberger


PURPOSE: Private funds to support a variety of grassroots campaigns, including K-12 education programs. APP METHOD: Paper application __________________________________

SUBJECT: Educational Programs GRANTOR: Staples Foundation for Learning TITLE: Staples Foundation for Learning Grant Program AMOUNT: $5,000 - $25,000 DUE DATE: Quarterly - Upcoming deadlines are posted at

www.staplesfoundation.org/foundapplication.html CONTACT: Joy Errico

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: 501(c)(3) tax exempt organizations TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds for programs that support or provide job skills and/or education for all people, with a special emphasis on disadvantaged youth.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.staplesfoundation.org/foundapplication.html __________________________________




SUBJECT: Educational Programs GRANTOR: The Lawrence Foundation TITLE: The Lawrence Foundation Grants AMOUNT: varies DUE DATE: 2/1 & 8/1 annually CONTACT: N/A


PURPOSE: Private funds to support activities in education, environment, health, disaster relief, or other areas.

APP METHOD: Application information is available online at www.thelawrencefoundation.org/grant __________________________________

SUBJECT: Empowering Youth GRANTOR: Tommy Hilfiger Corporate Foundation TITLE: Tommy Hilfiger Corporate Foundation Grants AMOUNT: $500 - $51,000 DUE DATE: 4/1 & 10/1 annually CONTACT: N/A


PURPOSE: Private funds to develop and support programs/partnerships that promote educational opportunities for diverse populations. APP METHOD: Application information available online at http://www.tommy.com/info/foundation.jsp __________________________________

SUBJECT: Environment GRANTOR: Earthwatch TITLE: Earthwatch Awards AMOUNT: partial to full project cost DUE DATE: 3/1/2006 CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Full-time elementary, middle or high

school educators TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 800/776-0188 EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to award fellowships to educators for participation in field-based environmental research expeditions. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.earthwatch.org/education/educator/opportunities.html __________________________________




SUBJECT: Environment GRANTOR: Environmental Protection Agency TITLE: Environmental Education Grants AMOUNT: $10,000 - $15,000 DUE DATE: 11/23/2005 CONTACT: Megan Gavin

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: SEAs and LEAs that can provide

25% non-federal matching funds TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Federal funds for educational projects promoting environmental stewardship.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.epa.gov/enviroed __________________________________

SUBJECT: Environmental Education GRANTOR: Captain Planet Foundation TITLE: Captain Planet Foundation AMOUNT: $500 - $2,500 DUE DATE: Quarterly - 3/31, 6/30, 9/30, 12/31 CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Non-profit organizations and schools TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: captainplanetfdn.org

PURPOSE: Private funds to support hands-on environmental projects for children and youth, encouraging innovative programs that empower children and youth around the world to work individually and collectively to solve environmental problems in their communities.

APP METHOD: Application available online at www.captainplanetfdn.org/appProcess.html __________________________________

SUBJECT: Environmental Education GRANTOR: Sea World, Busch Gardens and Fuji Film TITLE: Environmental Excellence Awards AMOUNT: up to $10,000 DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: K-12 public, private, or licensed

home schools; public recreation centers; 4H, scouts


PURPOSE: Private funds to honor grassroots efforts of K-12 students to protect and preserve the environment. APP METHOD: Application information available at www.seaworld.org/conservation-matters/eea __________________________________




SUBJECT: Equipment GRANTOR: Nickelodeon TITLE: Nickelodeon Grants AMOUNT: up to $10,000 DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: 501(c)(3) Tax exempt organizations TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds for playground and sports equipment and other sports related activities.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.everythingnick.com __________________________________

SUBJECT: Equipment GRANTOR: PLUS Vision TITLE: Education Spotlight AMOUNT: Projector and electronic copy board DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: K - 12 schools TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to provide a projector and electronic copy board. Applicants need only state the reasons why the use of the projectors will enhance students' education.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.lightware.com/site/spotlight.html __________________________________

SUBJECT: Exchange Programs GRANTOR: The Coca-Cola Foundation, Inc. TITLE: Coca-Cola Foundation Grants AMOUNT: N/A DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Public or private schools serving K-

12 students and institutions of higher education


PURPOSE: Private funds to provide youth with the educational opportunities and support systems they need to become knowledgeable and productive citizens.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www2.coca-cola.com/citizenship/foundation_guidelines.html __________________________________




SUBJECT: Financial Education GRANTOR: Key Bank TITLE: KeyCorp AMOUNT: $18 million DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Non-profit organizations TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 212/689-5458 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to support economic self-sufficiency through financial education and workforce development.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.key.com __________________________________

SUBJECT: Financial Education GRANTOR: The Allstate Foundation TITLE: Allstate Foundation Grants AMOUNT: N/A DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: North Central Region Office


PURPOSE: Private funds for projects related to tolerance, diversity and inclusion; safe and vital communities; economic empowerment. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.allstate.com/foundation/funding.html __________________________________

SUBJECT: Financial Education GRANTOR: Wells Fargo & Co. TITLE: Wells Fargo & Co. Grants AMOUNT: varies DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(6) Tax exempt

organizations TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to promote financial education as a gateway to economic self-sufficiency. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.wellsfargo.com/about/charitable.jhtml __________________________________




SUBJECT: Fine Arts GRANTOR: NEA Foundation for the Improvement of Education TITLE: NFIE Fine Arts Grants AMOUNT: $2,000 DUE DATE: 02/01/2006 CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Local NEA affiliate offices apply on

behalf of NEA-member arts specialists


PURPOSE: Private funds for secondary school (grades 6-12) arts specialist to support new programs that promote learning among students at risk of school failure.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.nfie.org/programs/finearts.htm __________________________________

SUBJECT: Fitness GRANTOR: Nickelodeon TITLE: Let's Just Play Giveaways AMOUNT: $5,000 DUE DATE: 5/31/2006 CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Kids 6-15 years of age partnering

with teachers or community leaders TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to support public or private K-9 schools or community-based after-school organizations' fitness resources. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.nick.com/all_nick/everything_nick __________________________________

SUBJECT: Flexibility of Federal Funds GRANTOR: United States Department of Education TITLE: Flexibility Demonstration Programs AMOUNT: various DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: Jill Stanton

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: LEAs TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 202/401-0039 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Federal funds to allow flexibility in the use of federal education funds. APP METHOD: Application information available online at http://www.ed.gov/fund/grant/apply/grantapps/2004/localflex.html __________________________________




SUBJECT: Food GRANTOR: Fantastic Foods TITLE: Fantastic Foods' "Cases for Causes" AMOUNT: Product donations DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A


PURPOSE: Private funds to provide food for events and fundraisers.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.fantasticfoods.com/community.php __________________________________

SUBJECT: Foster Grandparent Program GRANTOR: Senior Corps TITLE: Foster Grandparent Program AMOUNT: $2.65/hour (tax-free) + transportation, meals DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: People age 60 and over with limited

incomes TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 800/424-8867 EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Federal, state and private funds to hire foster grandparents to assist children and young mothers. APP METHOD: Application information available online at:http://www.seniorcorps.org/joining/fgp/index.html __________________________________

SUBJECT: Gardening Education GRANTOR: National Gardening Association TITLE: National Gardening Association Grant Programs AMOUNT: $500 Home Depot gift card for gardening supplies DUE DATE: Various CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Non-profit organizations TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 800/538-7476, ext.115 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds and gardening supplies to support programs that actively engage kids in the garden. To be eligible for the grants and awards programs, the school or organization must plan to garden with at least 15 kids between the ages of 3 and 18.

APP METHOD: Apply online at www.kidsgardening.com/grants.asp __________________________________




SUBJECT: Geographic Education GRANTOR: Intergraph Mapping and Geospatial Solutions TITLE: GeoMedia Education Grants AMOUNT: N/A DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: ISDs, LEAs, PSAs, and IHEs TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 256/730-2000 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private support that provides teachers and students with needed tools to explore new possibilities and the ability to impact the future of geographic information sciences.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at http://imgs.intergraph.com/education/grants.asp?id=1 __________________________________

SUBJECT: Gifted and Talented GRANTOR: Michigan Department of Education TITLE: 2005-06 Section 57.1- Gifted and Talented Program AMOUNT: estimated $50,000 DUE DATE: June of each year CONTACT: David Mills

CFDA #: N/A ID#: SP-4560A ELIGIBLE: ISDs TYPE: Formula PHONE: 517/373-4213 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: State Aid (School Aid Appropriation Act, Sec. 57.1) for program operation and support services in Intermediate School Districts that provide support services for the education of gifted and talented pupils.

APP METHOD: Electronic application submitted online via the Michigan Electronic Grants System (MEGS) at


SUBJECT: Gifted and Talented GRANTOR: Michigan Department of Education TITLE: 2005-06 Section 57.3 - Gifted and Talented Program AMOUNT: estimated $200,000 DUE DATE: June of each year CONTACT: David Mills

CFDA #: N/A ID#: SP-4726A ELIGIBLE: LEAs and PSAs TYPE: Formula PHONE: 517/373-4213 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: State Aid (School Aid Appropriation Act, Sec. 57.3) for the development and operation of comprehensive programs for gifted and talented pupils. A 50% match of funds by local districts is required.






SUBJECT: Hurricane Response GRANTOR: Best Buy TITLE: Best Buy Emergency Response Program AMOUNT: up to $5,000 in Best Buy Gift Cards DUE DATE: 11/04/2005 CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: K-12 schools with formally enrolled

children displaced by hurricanes Katrina or Rita, attending for at least two weeks between 9/1/2005 - 10/1/2005

TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to improve the learning experiences of children displaced by hurricanes Katrina and Rita.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.bbycommunications.com/cr/hurricane/applogin.asp __________________________________

SUBJECT: Immigrant Programs GRANTOR: Michigan Department of Education TITLE: 2005-06 Title III - Immigrant Students Grant Program AMOUNT: estimated $1,328,702 DUE DATE: July 1or the beginning fiscal obligation date needed by the

district CONTACT: Field Services Consultant or Mazin Heiderson

CFDA #: 84.365 ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: ISDs, LEAs, PSAs with > 20

immigrant students individually or as a consortium

TYPE: Formula PHONE: 517/373-3921 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Federal funds to assist districts experiencing significant increases in immigrant student populations. APP METHOD: Electronic Consolidated Application submitted online via the Michigan Electronic Grants System (MEGS) at


SUBJECT: Improvements GRANTOR: American Eagle Foundation TITLE: Free To Make Our World a Better Place Initiative AMOUNT: $1,000-$25,000 DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A


PURPOSE: Private funds to foster civic engagement; render safe and nourishing places and embrace diversity. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.ae.com/corp/foundation.html __________________________________




SUBJECT: Individual Awards GRANTOR: National Science Teachers Association TITLE: The Faraday Science Communicator Award AMOUNT: $5,000 and funds to the NSTA convention DUE DATE: Annually in October CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Non-school affiliated individual or

organization TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 703/243-7100 EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to recognize individuals committed to making a difference in science teaching and learning.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.nsta.org/awardscomp __________________________________

SUBJECT: Infants and Youths GRANTOR: Gerber Foundation TITLE: Gerber Foundation Grants AMOUNT: up to $500,000 DUE DATE: 5/1 & 12/1 annually CONTACT: Catherine Orbits

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: 501(c)(3) Tax exempt organizations

or a government agency TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 231/924-3175 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to impact pediatric health and nutrition. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.gerberfoundation.org __________________________________

SUBJECT: Innovative Instruction GRANTOR: The Coca-Cola Foundation, Inc. TITLE: Coca-Cola Foundation Grants AMOUNT: N/A DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A









SUBJECT: Innovative Programs GRANTOR: Michigan Department of Education TITLE: 2005-06 Title V, Part A - Innovative Programs AMOUNT: estimated $5,697,952 DUE DATE: July 1 or the beginning fiscal obligation date needed by the


CFDA #: 84.298 ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: ISDs, LEAs, and PSAs TYPE: Formula PHONE: 517/373-3921 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Federal funds to support local innovation and reform for supplementary instructional programs, acquisition of instructional materials, pupil support services, professional development, district-level reform, and parent/community involvement.

APP METHOD: Electronic Consolidated Application submitted online via the Michigan Electronic Grants System (MEGS) at http://meis.mde.state.mi.us/megs

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SUBJECT: Innovative Projects GRANTOR: National Education Association TITLE: Learning and Leadership Grants AMOUNT: $2,000 - $5,000 DUE DATE: 2/1, 6/1 & 9/15 annually CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: K-12 public school teachers and

support staff (e.g. paraprofessionals, school bus drivers, or school nurses)


PURPOSE: Private funds to support project-based learning and break-the-mold innovations that significantly improve achievement for underserved students.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.nfie.org/programs/howtoapply.htm __________________________________

SUBJECT: Journalism GRANTOR: J-Lab: The Institute for Interactive Journalism and John S. and

James L. Knight Foundation TITLE: New Voices Initiative AMOUNT: up to $17,000 DUE DATE: 02/08/2006 CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: 501(c)(3) organizations, community

organizations, middle schools, and high schools

TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 301/985-4020 EMAIL: news @j-lab.org

PURPOSE: Private funds to launch new community news ventures and to spotlight best practices and lessons learned. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.J-NewVoices.org __________________________________




SUBJECT: LeapFrog GRANTOR: LeapFrog SchoolHouse TITLE: Matching Grant Program AMOUNT: $500 match for a purchase of at least $1,000 DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Preschools, elementary schools and

libraries TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 888/432-5374, Ext. 5112 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to help implement LeapFrog SchoolHouse programs or products in classrooms and libraries.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.leapfrogschoolhouse.com/do/findpage?pageKey=matching_grants __________________________________

SUBJECT: Learning Disabilities GRANTOR: Charles Lafitte Foundation TITLE: Charles Lafitte Foundation Education Program AMOUNT: to be determined DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: 501(c)(3) tax exempt organizations TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to support innovative programs for students with learning disabilities and to provide technology and arts education.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.charleslafitte.org __________________________________ SUBJECT: Limited English Programs GRANTOR: Michigan Department of Education TITLE: 2005-06 Title III - Limited English Proficient Students Grant

Program AMOUNT: estimated $7,529,312 DUE DATE: July 1or the beginning fiscal obligation date needed by the

district CONTACT: Field Services Consultant or Mazin Heiderson

CFDA #: 84.365 ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: ISDs, LEAs, PSAs with > 20

immigrant students individually or as a consortium


PURPOSE: Federal funds to assist English language instruction programs and support services required by districts. APP METHOD: Electronic Consolidated Application submitted online via the Michigan Electronic Grants System (MEGS) at





SUBJECT: Literacy GRANTOR: Starbucks Foundation TITLE: Power of Literacy AMOUNT: typically $5,000 to $20,000 per grant DUE DATE: 4/1 and 10/1 annually CONTACT: N/A


PURPOSE: Private funds for programs that stimulate personal development and encourage commitment to social equity, justice and environmental awareness through writing, literacy and the promotion of the voices of youth in public forums.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.starbucks.com/aboutus/grantinfo.asp __________________________________

SUBJECT: Literacy GRANTOR: The National Education Association and Youth Service

America TITLE: Youth Leaders for Literacy AMOUNT: $500 DUE DATE: Annually in November CONTACT: Anita Merina

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Youths age 21 or younger,

individually or in groups TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 202/822-7387 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to support youth-led reading related community service projects. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.nea.org/readacross __________________________________

SUBJECT: Literacy GRANTOR: UPS Foundation TITLE: UPS Foundation Grants AMOUNT: varies DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A


PURPOSE: Private funds to support programs that provide literacy skills, including financial literacy. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.community.ups.com/philanthropy/focus/literacy.htm __________________________________




SUBJECT: Literacy GRANTOR: Sony TITLE: Sony Corporate Giving AMOUNT: $1,000 DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Non-profit organizations, ISDs, and

LEAs TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to strengthen primary and secondary education and to promote literacy.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.sony.com/SCA/philanthropy.shtml __________________________________

SUBJECT: Literacy GRANTOR: Verizon TITLE: Verizon Foundation Grants AMOUNT: $5,000 to $10,000 per grant DUE DATE: Opens 1/1 and closes 11/30 annually CONTACT: N/A


PURPOSE: Private funds to support projects that focus on literacy (Verizon Reads) and technology (Verizon Connects). APP METHOD: Apply online at foundation.verizon.com __________________________________

SUBJECT: Math and Science GRANTOR: Michigan Department of Education TITLE: 2005-2006 Mathematics and Science Partnerships AMOUNT: estimated at $4,551,849 DUE DATE: Annually in May CONTACT: Ruth Anne Hodges

CFDA #: 84.366B ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: LEAs and PSAs TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 517/241-2219 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Federal funds to improve the academic achievement of students in mathematics and science through projects that support partnerships of organizations of higher education and high-needs K-12 schools.






SUBJECT: Math and Science GRANTOR: Toshiba America, Inc. TITLE: Toshiba America Foundation AMOUNT: $500,000 DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Individual or groups of K-12

teachers TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 212/596-0620 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to promote programs, projects, and activities that have the potential to improve classroom teaching and learning of science, mathematics, and the science and mathematics of technology.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.toshiba.com/taf __________________________________

SUBJECT: Meteorology Education GRANTOR: National Weather Association TITLE: NWA Sol Hirsch Education Fund Grants AMOUNT: $500 per grant DUE DATE: 8/1 annually CONTACT: National Weather Association Education Committee

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: K - 12 Teachers TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 434/296-9966 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to help improve the education of students in meteorology. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.nwas.org/solhirsch.html __________________________________

SUBJECT: Migrant Programs GRANTOR: Michigan Department of Education TITLE: 2005-06 Migrant Educational Regional Identification and

Recruitment Projects (ID&R) AMOUNT: estimated $385,000 DUE DATE: Beginning fiscal obligation date needed by the district CONTACT: Linda Forward

CFDA #: 84.011 ID#: FS-4941 ELIGIBLE: ISDs, LEAs, PSAs, and CBOs

serving migratory children TYPE: Discretionary PHONE: 517/373-6066 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Federal funds to identify and recruit eligible children into the Michigan Migrant Education Program in areas of MI where there are no local migrant education projects, and to distribute home instructional packets to these children during the summer.

APP METHOD: Paper application __________________________________




SUBJECT: Migrant Programs GRANTOR: Michigan Department of Education TITLE: 2005-06 Title I, Part C - Education of Migratory Children -

Regular School Year AMOUNT: estimated $3,814,357 DUE DATE: July 1 or the beginning fiscal obligation date needed by the

district CONTACT: Field Services Consultant or Linda Forward


PURPOSE: Federal funds to support high-quality comprehensive educational programs for migratory children.


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SUBJECT: Migrant Programs GRANTOR: Michigan Department of Education TITLE: 2005-06 Title I, Part C - Education of Migratory Children -

Summer Program AMOUNT: estimated $3,814,357 DUE DATE: 4/15 annually CONTACT: Field Services Consultant or Linda Forward


PURPOSE: Federal funds to support high-quality comprehensive educational programs for migratory children. APP METHOD: Electronic Consolidated Application submitted online via the Michigan Electronic Grants System (MEGS) at


SUBJECT: Music Education GRANTOR: Amateur Chamber Music Players Foundation TITLE: Amateur Chamber Music Players Foundation AMOUNT: $1,000 - $3,500 DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: Daniel Nimetz


PURPOSE: Private funds to support chamber music-related activities and projects. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.acmp.net/foundation.html __________________________________




SUBJECT: Music Equipment GRANTOR: Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation TITLE: Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation Melody, Special Projects and

Solo Programs AMOUNT: musical instruments and instrument repairs between $500 -

$2,500 DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: K-12 schools with an ongoing music

program for three or more years TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 818/784-6787 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds that provide musical instruments and instrument repairs to existing K-12 school music programs that have no other source of financing to purchase additional musical instruments and materials.

APP METHOD: Application information available at www.mhopus.org/apply.htm __________________________________

SUBJECT: Neglected, Delinquent, and At-Risk Children and Youth

Programs GRANTOR: Michigan Department of Education TITLE: 2005-06 Title I, Part D - Prevention and Intervention Programs

for Children and Youth who are Neglected, Delinquent, or At-Risk

AMOUNT: estimated $6,600,000 DUE DATE: July 1 or the beginning fiscal obligation date needed by the

district

CFDA #: 84.013 ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: ISDs, LEAs and PSAs serving as

fiscal agents for Residential Child Care Institutions and Community Day Programs serving neglected or delinquent youth

TYPE: Formula PHONE: 517/373-3921

PURPOSE: Federal funds to improve programs of education for neglected or delinquent children and youth, and youth at risk of dropping out of school.



SUBJECT: Outdoor Classrooms GRANTOR: Lowe's Charitable and Educational Foundation, International

Paper and National Geographic TITLE: Lowe's Outdoor Classroom Grants AMOUNT: $2,000 - $20,000 DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: K-12 public schools TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to provide outdoor, hands-on science education to students in grades K-12. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?action=pg&p=AboutLowes/outdoor/index.html __________________________________




SUBJECT: Parent/Student Support GRANTOR: The Rosenberg Fund for Children TITLE: The Rosenberg Fund for Children AMOUNT: up to $3,000 DUE DATE: 3/21 and 10/21 annually CONTACT: Kelly Facto

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Parents, custodians and guardians TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 413/529-0063 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to provide for the educational and emotional needs of children whose parents have suffered because of their progressive activism.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.rfc.org __________________________________

SUBJECT: Parent-Teacher Organizations GRANTOR: Lowe's Charitable and Educational Foundation TITLE: PTO Today AMOUNT: $5,000 DUE DATE: 11/1 and 3/15 annually CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Parent groups at U.S. K-12 schools

with a tax ID number or 501(c)(3) status


PURPOSE: Private funds to improve public school libraries, learning labs, landscaping, painting and/or playgrounds. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.toolboxforeducation.com __________________________________

SUBJECT: Partnerships GRANTOR: Irwin Andrew Porter Foundation TITLE: The Irwin Andrew Porter Foundation Grant AMOUNT: $500 - $25,000 DUE DATE: 4/1 & 10/1 annually CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Non-profit organizations TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 612/343-5994 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to support projects that foster partnerships between individuals and communities. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.iapfoundation.org/applic.html __________________________________




SUBJECT: Political Science GRANTOR: The Dirksen Congressional Center TITLE: Robert H. Michel Civic Education Grant AMOUNT: N/A DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: Frank H. Mackaman

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Teachers of students in grades 4-12 TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 309/347-7113 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds for teachers to create lesson plans and/or student activities on Congress or for scholars who conduct research about congress. Innovative endeavors that have the potential to reach a broad audience are preferred.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.dirksencenter.org/print_grants_specialprojects.htm __________________________________

SUBJECT: Pre-School GRANTOR: Fireproof Children TITLE: Fireproof Children-play safe! be safe! Pre-School safety

workshops AMOUNT: multimedia kit DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Groups with 200 participants TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 535/385-3370 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds for fire safety educational workshops for preschool age children. APP METHOD: Application information available at http://workshops.playsafebesafe.com __________________________________

SUBJECT: Professional Development GRANTOR: NEA Foundation for the Improvement of Education (NFIE) TITLE: NFIE Innovation, Learning, and Leadership Grants AMOUNT: from $2,000 to $5,000 DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Public school teachers and support

professionals TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 202/822-7840 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds for improvement in professional development or implementation of innovative ideas. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.nfie.org/programs/howtoapply.htm __________________________________




SUBJECT: Professional Development GRANTOR: Inspiration Software TITLE: Inspired Teacher Scholarships AMOUNT: $750 DUE DATE: 1/30/2006 CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: K-12 or college teachers TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to award scholarships to teachers who integrate visual ways of presenting information into classroom learning to attend a workshop, conference or graduate course focusing on visual learning and technology.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.inspiration.com __________________________________

SUBJECT: Professional Development GRANTOR: Michigan Department of Education TITLE: 2005-06 Title II, Part A - Teacher and Principal Training and

Recruiting AMOUNT: estimated $102,919,824 DUE DATE: July 1 or the beginning fiscal obligation date needed by the



PURPOSE: Federal funds to increase student achievement by providing training for teachers, principals, and other staff and by increasing the number of highly qualified teachers in classrooms.



SUBJECT: Professional Development GRANTOR: NEA Foundation for the Improvement of Education TITLE: Learning & Leadership Grants AMOUNT: $2,000 (individual) or $5,000 (group) DUE DATE: 9/15, 2/1, 6/1 annually CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: ISDs, LEAs, PSAs, and IHEs TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to provide opportunities for teachers, education support professionals, and higher education faculty and staff to engage in high-quality professional development and lead their colleagues in professional growth.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.nfie.org/programs/grantguides.htm __________________________________




SUBJECT: Reading GRANTOR: Hewlett Packard TITLE: IndiVisual Reading Program Grants AMOUNT: approximate $25,000 value DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Public, private, charter or parochial

schools demonstrating financial need TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to provide schools with wireless reading labs complete with laptops.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.indivisuallearning.com/scholarship.html __________________________________

SUBJECT: Reading GRANTOR: Toys R Us Children's Fund TITLE: Toys R Us Children's Fund's Reading Ready Initiative AMOUNT: up to $100,000 DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: 501(c)(3) Tax exempt organizations TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to support pre-literacy programs for at-risk children from birth to age five. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www4.toysrus.com/about/corpPhilanthropy.cfm __________________________________

SUBJECT: Reading Achievement GRANTOR: U.S. Department of Education TITLE: Striving Readers Grant AMOUNT: $24,000,000 estimated funding with $5,000,000 award ceiling DUE DATE: 11/14/2005 CONTACT: Kathryn Doherty

CFDA #: 84.371 ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: LEAs with schools that are eligible

for Title I, Part A funds TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 202/205-6272 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Federal funds to raise the reading achievement levels of middle and high school-aged students in Title I eligible schools. APP METHOD: Application information available online at http://e-grants.ed.gov __________________________________




SUBJECT: Reading First GRANTOR: Michigan Department of Education TITLE: 2005-2006 Reading First Program AMOUNT: estimated $22,983,692 DUE DATE: New applications will not be solicited until 2008. CONTACT: Faith Stevens

CFDA #: 84.357A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: LEAs and PSAs TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 517/241-4970 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Federal funds to ensure that every student can read at grade level or above by the end of third grade.

APP METHOD: Electronic application submitted online via the Michigan Electronic Grants System (MEGS) at http://meis.mde.state.mi.us/megs

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SUBJECT: Reading/Writing GRANTOR: Jack Kent Cooke Foundation TITLE: Jack Kent Cooke Foundation education innovation grants AMOUNT: up to $200,000 DUE DATE: Annually in the fall CONTACT: N/A


PURPOSE: Private funds to serve low to moderate income students to build high level reading and writing skills. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.jackkentcookefoundation.org __________________________________

SUBJECT: Refugee Programs GRANTOR: Michigan Department of Education TITLE: 2005-06 Refugee Children School Impact Grant AMOUNT: N/A DUE DATE: October (Part I) CONTACT: Mazin Heiderson

CFDA #: 93.576 ID#: FS-4981-I ELIGIBLE: ISDs, LEAs, PSAs with > 30 refugee

students individually or as a consortium


PURPOSE: Federal funds for addressing refugee students' needs in four areas: School Entry Preparation Services, English Language Skills, Meeting Curriculum Standards, and Partnerships with Refugee Service Providers to Assist Transition.

APP METHOD: Paper application online at www.michigan.gov/mde/0,1607,7-140-6530_30334-47323--,00.html __________________________________




SUBJECT: Research GRANTOR: The Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation TITLE: The Bradley Foundation Grants Program AMOUNT: varies DUE DATE: Quarterly - Prior to 3/1, 7/1, 9/1, 12/1 CONTACT: N/A



PURPOSE: Private funds to research programs investigating how learning occurs in gifted children and demonstration programs of instruction will be considered.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.bradleyfdn.org/app.html __________________________________

SUBJECT: Rural Low-Income School Programs GRANTOR: Michigan Department of Education TITLE: 2005-06 Title VI, Part B, Subpart 2 - Rural and Low-Income

Schools AMOUNT: estimated $469,282 DUE DATE: Beginning fiscal obligation date needed by the district CONTACT: Field Services Consultant or Linda Brown

CFDA #: 84.358B ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Rural school districts with > 20

percent poverty TYPE: Formula PHONE: 517/373-3921 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Federal funds to implement activities authorized by Title I, Part A; Title II, Part A; Title II, Part D; Title III; and Title IV, Part A.



SUBJECT: Scholarships GRANTOR: Target Stores and Tiger Woods Foundation TITLE: Start Something Scholarship AMOUNT: $500 - $5,000 DUE DATE: 5/1, 9/1, 1/1 annually CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Youngsters 8 to 17 TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds for scholarships for 8 - 17 years olds who have completed the Start Something program. APP METHOD: Application information available online at startsomething.target.com/global/g_terms.asp __________________________________




SUBJECT: School Awards GRANTOR: Intel Computer Company TITLE: 21st Century Schools of Distinction Awards AMOUNT: up to $120,000 package per school DUE DATE: Annually in December CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: All schools TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to honor schools that demonstrate excellence in any of ten categories (see web site).

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.schoolsofdistinction.com __________________________________

SUBJECT: School Computers GRANTOR: Microsoft TITLE: Fresh Start for Donated Computers Program AMOUNT: Windows Operating Systems DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: K-12 Schools TYPE: Other PHONE: N/A EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to provide license documentation and media at no cost for Windows 98 and 2000 for donated computers. APP METHOD: Application information available online at http://www.ameduall.org/FreshStart/default.asp __________________________________

SUBJECT: School Health GRANTOR: The CDC Foundation and CDC's Division of Adolescent and

School Health TITLE: School Health Index Implementation Mini-Grants AMOUNT: $1,000 - $5,000 DUE DATE: 1/17/2006 for application; letter of intent due 11/14/2005 CONTACT: Marjorie Benjamin

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Any public or private elementary

school in states where Cargill has operations (Cargill has operations in MI)


PURPOSE: Private funds to increase physical activity and nutrition programs for children. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.ashaweb.org/mini_grants.html __________________________________




SUBJECT: School Improvement GRANTOR: Michigan Department of Education TITLE: 2005-06 Title I, Part A - Improving Basic Programs AMOUNT: estimated $405,737,730 DUE DATE: July 1 or the beginning fiscal obligation date needed by the



PURPOSE: Federal funds to help disadvantaged children meet high academic standards through school wide programs in high-poverty schools and assistance in other eligible schools to children who are failing to meet state performance standards.


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SUBJECT: Science GRANTOR: Dow Chemical Company Foundation TITLE: Dow Chemical Company Foundation Grants AMOUNT: less than $50,000 DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: J.E. Ring

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Non-profit organizations with

preference to Dow employees' recommendations


PURPOSE: Private funds for improvement in hands-on science experience for K-12 students. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.dow.com/about/corp/social/gen_FUND.HTM __________________________________

SUBJECT: Science GRANTOR: National Center for Research Resources TITLE: Science Education Partnership Award (SEPA) Program AMOUNT: estimated $16,000,000 DUE DATE: 10/1 annually CONTACT: L. Tony Beck

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Science museums, IHEs, and LEAs TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 301/435-0805 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Federal funds to encourage scientists to improve K-12 student and public understanding of science and increase interest of young people in health science careers.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.ncrr.nih.gov/clinical/cr_sepa.asp __________________________________




SUBJECT: Science GRANTOR: Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A. TITLE: Toyota TAPESTRY AMOUNT: 50 one-year grants up to $10,000 and 20 mini-grants of $2,500 DUE DATE: Annually in January CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: U.S. science teachers TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 800/807-9852 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to support environmental education and physical science projects.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.nsta.org/programs/tapestry/index.htm __________________________________

SUBJECT: Secondary Education GRANTOR: The Edward E. Ford Foundation TITLE: Secondary Education Grants AMOUNT: up to $50,000, there is a 1:1 match requirement DUE DATE: 2/1, 4/1 & 9/15 annually CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Independent secondary schools that

are members of the National Association of Independent Schools


PURPOSE: Private funds to improve secondary education in U.S. private schools APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.eeford.org __________________________________

SUBJECT: Service-Learning GRANTOR: The John Glenn Institute for Public Service and Public Policy

at Ohio State University TITLE: John Glenn Scholars in Service-Learning AMOUNT: honorarium of $1,000 DUE DATE: 3/10/2006 CONTACT: Kathleen Hill

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Individuals in the Service-Learning

profession TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 614/292-4545 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to honor scholarship efforts that advance the understanding and adoption of service learning, with specific emphasis on K-12 education.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.glenninstitute.org/glenn/scholars_index.asp __________________________________




SUBJECT: Skateboard Parks GRANTOR: Tony Hawk Foundation TITLE: Tony Hawk Foundation Grants AMOUNT: $1,000 - $25,000 DUE DATE: 3/1 & 9/1 annually CONTACT: Terra McGibbon

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: 501(c)(3) or 170(b)(1)(a) Tax

exempt organizations and ISDs TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 760/477-2479 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to promote and establish high-quality public skateboard parks.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.tonyhawkfoundation.org __________________________________

SUBJECT: Social Studies GRANTOR: National Council for the Social Studies TITLE: Various social studies-related grant programs AMOUNT: varies DUE DATE: Various CONTACT: Ana Chiquillo Post

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Individuals or groups in ISDs, LEAs,

PSAs, IHEs, or public institutions TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 301/588-1800 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to honor the outstanding performance of teachers and encourage unique and innovative social studies education projects.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.ncss.org/awards __________________________________

SUBJECT: Special Education GRANTOR: Michigan Department of Education TITLE: 2005-2006 Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA),

Part B, Section 611 - Mandated Activities Project EOSD AMOUNT: approximately $3,040,000 per year DUE DATE: 7/1/2005 - 6/30/2007 (FY2006) CONTACT: Linda Domine

CFDA #: 84.027A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: ISDs, DOC, DCH, DHS TYPE: Formula PHONE: 517/373-6309 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Federal funds to provide regulatory oversight and/or enhancement of existing programs and services. APP METHOD: Electronic application submitted online via the Michigan Electronic Grants System (MEGS) at






Part B, Section 619 - Preschool Grants AMOUNT: approximately $12,000,000 per year DUE DATE: 7/1/2005 - 6/30/2007 (FY2006) CONTACT: Linda Domine

CFDA #: 84.173A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: ISDs TYPE: Formula PHONE: 517/373-6309 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Federal funds to provide instructional programs, services, and materials to students with disabilities who are 3 to 5 years of age.


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Part C - Early On Michigan AMOUNT: approximately $13,000,000 per year DUE DATE: 7/1/2005 - 6/30/2007 (FY2006) CONTACT: Vanessa Winborne


PURPOSE: Federal funds to support coordination of early intervention services for children with special needs who are birth through two years of age.




Part B, Section 611 - Flow-Through Formula Grants AMOUNT: approximately $330,000,000 per year DUE DATE: 7/1/2005 - 6/30/2007 (FY2006) CONTACT: Linda Domine


PURPOSE: Federal funds to support instructional programs, services and materials to students with disabilities who are 3 through 21 years of age.







Part B, Section 611 - Transition Services AMOUNT: approximately $4,400,000 per year DUE DATE: 7/1/2005 - 6/30/2007 (FY2006) CONTACT: Linda Domine

CFDA #: 84.027A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: ISDs, DOC, DCH, DHS TYPE: Formula PHONE: 517/373/6309 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Federal funds to provide transition services to 14-21 year old students with disabilities.


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SUBJECT: Special Educators GRANTOR: The Foundation for Exceptional Children TITLE: Yes I Can AMOUNT: $500 DUE DATE: Annually in the fall CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Teachers or related service providers

employed by public or nonprofit institutions

TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to support creative and innovative projects that directly benefit gifted and youth with disabilities. APP METHOD: Application information available online at http://yic-live.2rad.net/minigrants/index.html __________________________________

SUBJECT: Special Health Care Needs GRANTOR: Bob and Delores Hope Charitable Foundation TITLE: Bob and Delores Hope Charitable Foundation Grants AMOUNT: up to $75,000 DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: Linda Hope

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: 501(c)(3) Tax exempt organizations TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 818/841-2020 EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to support operation, renovation and building construction. APP METHOD: Application information available through mail at 10346 Moorpark Street, North Hollywood, CA 91602 __________________________________




SUBJECT: Sports and Exercise GRANTOR: Finish Line Youth Foundation TITLE: Finish Line Youth Foundation Grants AMOUNT: $1,000 - $5,000 DUE DATE: 3/31, 6/30, 9/30 & 12/31 annually CONTACT: N/A


PURPOSE: Private funds to support sports and exercise programs that help youths learn the importance of living a healthy lifestyle.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at http://www.finishline.com/store/corporate_info/youthfoundation.jsp __________________________________

SUBJECT: Student Awards GRANTOR: National Association for Gifted Children TITLE: National Association for Gifted Children Student Awards AMOUNT: one $500 U.S. Savings Bond to one student from each state DUE DATE: varies by state, ranges from late December to July annually CONTACT: Karol Scher

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Students in grades 3-6 nominated by

themselves, parents, teachers, students, or community groups

TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to honor students who have distinguished themselves in academic achievement, leadership, or the visual or performing arts.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.nagc.org/Awards/green/greenawd.html#intro __________________________________

SUBJECT: Student Photography GRANTOR: Olympus and Tool Factory TITLE: Olympus/Tool Factory Student Photography Contest AMOUNT: Olympus D-7070 digital camera, Tool Factory software, and

photography basics book DUE DATE: 12/30/2005 and 06/02/2006 CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Students age 4-18 TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to recognize student photographers in photography or photo-manipulation. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.toolfactory.com/olympus_contest __________________________________




SUBJECT: Teacher Awards GRANTOR: International Reading Association TITLE: International Reading Association Teacher Awards AMOUNT: varies DUE DATE: Varies, generally between 10/15 and 1/15 annually CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: IRA member teachers TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to honor outstanding teachers in the field of reading and literacy.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.reading.org/awards/awardtea.html __________________________________

SUBJECT: Teacher Awards GRANTOR: National Science Teachers Association TITLE: The Ciba Specialty Chemicals Middle and High School

Principal Awards AMOUNT: $1,000 one-year membership in NSTA and up to $500 to

attend convention DUE DATE: Annually in October CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Middle and High School Principals TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 703/243-7100 EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to recognize individuals committed to making a difference in science teaching and learning. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.nsta.org/awardscomp __________________________________

SUBJECT: Teacher Awards GRANTOR: National Science Teachers Association TITLE: The Ciba Specialty Chemicals Middle and High School

Science Teaching Awards AMOUNT: $1,000 one-year membership in NSTA and up to $500 to

attend convention DUE DATE: Annually in October CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Middle and High School Science

Teachers TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 703/243-7100 EMAIL: N/A





SUBJECT: Teacher Awards GRANTOR: National Science Teachers Association TITLE: The DCAT (Drug Chemical and Allied Trade Association)

Making a Difference Awards AMOUNT: $2,500 for science program DUE DATE: Annually in October CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Middle Level Science Teachers TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 703/243-7100 EMAIL: N/A



SUBJECT: Teacher Awards GRANTOR: National Science Teachers Association TITLE: The Delta Education/SCP Awards for Excellence in Inquiry

based Science Teaching Honors AMOUNT: $1,500 to attend convention and $1,500 for awardee DUE DATE: Annually in October CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Full-time PreK-12 Science Teachers TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 703/243-7100 EMAIL: N/A


SUBJECT: Teacher Awards GRANTOR: National Science Teachers Association TITLE: The Distinguished Informal Science Education Awards AMOUNT: Two nights hotel accommodation at convention and $200 for

awardee DUE DATE: Annually in October CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: NSTA member TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 703/243-7100 EMAIL: N/A





SUBJECT: Teacher Awards GRANTOR: National Science Teachers Association TITLE: The Distinguished Service to Science Education Awards AMOUNT: Two nights hotel accommodation at convention and $500 for

awardee DUE DATE: Annually in October CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: NSTA member TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 703/243-7100 EMAIL: N/A



SUBJECT: Teacher Awards GRANTOR: National Science Teachers Association TITLE: The Distinguished Teaching Award AMOUNT: Three nights hotel accommodation at convention and $500 DUE DATE: Annually in October CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: K-12 Postsecondary Teachers TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 703/243-7100 EMAIL: N/A


SUBJECT: Teacher Awards GRANTOR: National Science Teachers Association TITLE: The Estes Rocketry/United States Space Foundation Space

Educator Award AMOUNT: $1,000 and up to $500 for convention and tuition to the Space

Discovery Graduate course in Colorado Springs DUE DATE: Annually in October CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Middle School Teachers TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 703/243-7100 EMAIL: N/A





SUBJECT: Teacher Awards GRANTOR: National Science Teachers Association TITLE: The Gustov Ohaus Program for Innovations in Science

Teaching Awards AMOUNT: up to $1,000 in each category DUE DATE: Annually in October CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Science Teachers TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 703/243-7100 EMAIL: N/A



SUBJECT: Teacher Awards GRANTOR: National Science Teachers Association TITLE: The Robert H. Carleton Award AMOUNT: All expense paid trip to convention and $5,000 DUE DATE: Annually in October CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: K-College level Science Teachers TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 703/243-7100 EMAIL: N/A


SUBJECT: Teacher Awards GRANTOR: National Science Teachers Association TITLE: The Science Screen Report Award AMOUNT: $1,000 and up to $500 to attend NSTA convention DUE DATE: Annually in October CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: K-12 Science Teachers TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 703/243-7100 EMAIL: N/A





SUBJECT: Teacher Awards GRANTOR: National Science Teachers Association TITLE: The Vernier Technology Award AMOUNT: $1,000 for convention, $1,000 for awardee and $1,000 in

Vernier Products DUE DATE: Annually in October CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Science Teachers TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 703/243-7100 EMAIL: N/A



SUBJECT: Teacher Awards GRANTOR: National Science Teachers Association TITLE: Shell Science Teaching Awards AMOUNT: one $10,000 award DUE DATE: 11/15/2005 CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: K-12 classroom science teachers

who have taught for at least eight years


PURPOSE: Private funds to honor a classroom teacher who has made a positive impact on his or her students, school and community through exemplary science teaching.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.nsta.org/shell __________________________________

SUBJECT: Teacher Awards GRANTOR: Toyota TITLE: Toyota Family Literacy Teacher of the Year AMOUNT: $5,000 and trip to conference DUE DATE: Annually in the fall CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Teachers who work in family

literacy programs TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to recognize teachers in family literacy. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.famlit.org/ProgramsandInitiatives/Teacher-of-the-Year.cfm __________________________________




SUBJECT: Teacher Awards GRANTOR: Walt Disney Companies Outreach Program TITLE: Disney Hand Teacher Awards AMOUNT: 45 awards for $10,000 and trips to LA and Orlando and $5,000

for school, additional money for one Teacher of the Year DUE DATE: Nomination period every October CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Full-time teachers TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 877/282-8322 EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to honor teachers.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at http://disney.go.com/disneyhand/learning/teacherawards/index.html __________________________________

SUBJECT: Teacher Awards GRANTOR: National Science Foundation TITLE: Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and

Science Teaching AMOUNT: $10,000; paid trip to Washington, D.C. DUE DATE: 05/01/2006 CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Full time U.S. teachers of K-6 math

or science in public or private schools with at least five years of experience


PURPOSE: Private funds to recognize exceptional K-6 math and science teachers nationwide. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.paemst.org __________________________________

SUBJECT: Teacher Awards GRANTOR: Knowledge Is Power Program (KIPP) Charter School

Organization TITLE: Kinder Excellence in Teaching Award AMOUNT: $100,000 DUE DATE: 12/31/2005 CONTACT: Catherine North

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Full-time K-12 public or private

school teachers at schools in which at least 50 percent of students qualify for the federal free and reduced-price meal program

TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to recognize innovative and results-oriented teaching and to raise public awareness of the importance of effective and committed teachers.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.kinderaward.org __________________________________




SUBJECT: Teacher Development GRANTOR: The Coca-Cola Foundation, Inc. TITLE: Coca-Cola Foundation Grants AMOUNT: N/A DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A






SUBJECT: Teacher Quality GRANTOR: Michigan Department of Education TITLE: 2006 -2007 Title II, Part A(3) Improving Teacher Quality AMOUNT: up to $200,000 DUE DATE: 5/20/2006 CONTACT: Cheryl L. Poole

CFDA #: 84.367B ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Institutions of higher education TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 517/241-4546 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Federal funds to provide professional development for K-12 teachers, principals and paraprofessionals. APP METHOD: Electronic application submitted online via the Michigan Electronic Grants System (MEGS) at


SUBJECT: Technology GRANTOR: Best Buy TITLE: Best Buy Te@ch Program AMOUNT: $2,500 DUE DATE: Annually in the fall CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Accredited K-12 schools located

within 25 miles of a Best Buy Store TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to support schools' creative ideas to integrate technology into the curriculum. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.bestbuy.com, click on Community Relations __________________________________




SUBJECT: Technology GRANTOR: The National Science Foundation TITLE: Information Technology Experiences for Students and

Teachers (ITEST) AMOUNT: $20 Million DUE DATE: 11/01/2004 and 2/09/2005 full proposal CONTACT: Julia Clark

CFDA #: 47.076 ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: PreK-12 students and teachers TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 703/292-9044 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Federal funds to increase the opportunities for students and teachers to use information technologies within the context of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), including Information Technology (IT) courses.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at http://nsf.gov/pubs/2004/nsf04611/nsf04611.htm __________________________________

SUBJECT: Technology GRANTOR: Toshiba and the National Science Teachers Association

(NSTA) TITLE: Toshiba/NSTA ExploraVision Awards AMOUNT: up to $10,000 savings bond DUE DATE: Annually in January CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: U.S. and Canadian K-12 students

with a teacher advisor TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to award teams through a technology project. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.exploravision.org __________________________________

SUBJECT: Technology GRANTOR: Dell and Microsoft TITLE: FutureReady Contests AMOUNT: mobile computer lab or classroom technology package DUE DATE: 11/15/2005 CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: public or private elementary or

secondary schools TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to draw attention to local education visionaries and inspire wider use of technology in the classroom. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.futureready.org __________________________________




SUBJECT: Technology Equipment GRANTOR: 3Com TITLE: Urban Challenge AMOUNT: up to $100,000 in equipment per grant DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Partnerships of schools, government

agencies, libraries and/or health care institutions


PURPOSE: Private support of using technology to transform education, improve public communication, and make municipal services faster and more convenient to use.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.3com.com/solutions/en_US/government/programs/urbanchallenge_americorps.html

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SUBJECT: Technology Training GRANTOR: Microsoft TITLE: Microsoft Unlimited Potential Grants AMOUNT: donations can consist of cash, software, curriculum and/or

technical expertise. DUE DATE: Ongoing, decisions made in March and October annually CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Non-profit community-based

technology and learning centers, including school-based centers, that provide services to the community outside of school hours. Note: K-12 schools are NOT eligible for funding for programs during school hours.

TYPE: Competitive

PURPOSE: Private funds to support technology training programs in order to create opportunities that can change people's lives and transform communities.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.microsoft.com/mscorp/citizenship/giving __________________________________

SUBJECT: Tolerance GRANTOR: Southern Poverty Law Center TITLE: Teaching Tolerance AMOUNT: up to $2,000 per grant DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: K-12 educators, community

organizations, and churches TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 334/956-8374 EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to K-12 educators for developing and implementing anti-bias projects in classrooms, schools, and communities.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.tolerance.org/teach/grants/gra/index.jsp __________________________________




SUBJECT: Track Renovation GRANTOR: Nike TITLE: Bowerman Track Renovation Program AMOUNT: Matching funds up to $50,000 DUE DATE: Ongoing through 5/31/2009 CONTACT: N/A



PURPOSE: Private funds to provide matching cash grants to refurbish or construct running tracks.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.nike.com/nikebizz.jhtml?page=26&item=bowerman __________________________________

SUBJECT: Violence Recovery GRANTOR: U.S. Department of Education TITLE: Project SERV (School Emergency Response to Violence) AMOUNT: $10,000,000 DUE DATE: Ongoing CONTACT: Paul Kesner

CFDA #: 84.184S ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: LEAs TYPE: Discretionary PHONE: 202/708-4850 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Federal funds that offer short and long-term assistance to LEAs to recover from a violent or traumatic event in which the learning environment has been disrupted.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/osdfs __________________________________

SUBJECT: Visual Learning GRANTOR: Olympus and Tool Factory TITLE: Olympus/Tool Factory Visual Learning Contest AMOUNT: three 4.0 mega pixel cameras, photo software, 30 "digital

camera basics" workbooks and $500 DUE DATE: 12/30/2005 and 06/02/2006 CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Educators at K-12 schools in the

U.S. and Canada TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: N/A

PURPOSE: Private funds to support educators' visual learning projects that effectively and creatively use digital cameras and software. APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.toolfactory.com/olympus_contest __________________________________




SUBJECT: Workshop/Lecture Support GRANTOR: Ezra Jack Keats Foundation TITLE: Ezra Jack Keats Foundation Library Mini-Grants AMOUNT: $350 DUE DATE: 9/15 annually CONTACT: Deborah Pope

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: Public libraries and public school

libraries TYPE: Competitive PHONE: N/A EMAIL: http://www.ezra-jack-

keats.org/top/contactus.htm

PURPOSE: Private funds to support innovative and noteworthy workshops, lectures and festivals, particularly for parents and preschool children.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.ezra-jack-keats.org/programs/minigrants.htm __________________________________

SUBJECT: Youth Activism GRANTOR: Andrew Goodman Foundation TITLE: Andrew Goodman Foundation Grants AMOUNT: $100 - $1,000 DUE DATE: 5/14 & 11/15 annually CONTACT: N/A

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: 501(c)(3) Tax exempt organizations TYPE: Competitive PHONE: 212/362-7265 EMAIL: [email protected]

PURPOSE: Private funds to improve civil rights and social and economic justice issues. APP METHOD: Application information available online at http://hometown.aol.com/andrewgoodmanfdn __________________________________

SUBJECT: Youth Development GRANTOR: Dollar General TITLE: Dollar General Community Grants AMOUNT: $2,500 or less DUE DATE: Quarterly - Prior to 3/5, 6/5, 9/5, 12/5 CONTACT: N/A


PURPOSE: Private funds to support literacy and youth development initiatives that promote self-sufficiency and produce long-term results.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at www.dollargeneral.com/community/communityinvestments.aspx __________________________________




SUBJECT: Youth Education GRANTOR: The American Honda Foundation TITLE: American Honda Foundation Grants AMOUNT: N/A DUE DATE: Quarterly - 2/1, 5/1, 8/1, 11/1 CONTACT: Kathy Carey

CFDA #: N/A ID#: N/A ELIGIBLE: K-12 schools, school districts and

non-profit scientific and education organizations


PURPOSE: Private funds to support projects with a focus on math, science, the environment, and technology, as well as youth job-training programs.

APP METHOD: Application information available online at http://corporate.honda.com/america/philanthropy.aspx?id=ahf __________________________________

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PURPOSE: APP METHOD: __________________________________

SUBJECT: GRANTOR: TITLE: AMOUNT: DUE DATE: CONTACT:

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michigan department of education – grants coordination ...grantor: aol time warner foundation...

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