This page provided for reference on training, funding and other opportunities
for educators that have been offered in the past, many of which are offered
every year. (For CURRENT Opportunities for Educators, see http://aeoe.org/resources/opportunities/)
URBAN
STREAMS RESTORATION PROJECT
Applicants: Communities with stream restoration needs
Deadline: Tuesday, January 25, 2005
at 5 p.m.
The U.S. Department of Water Resources has $4.575 million in Prop 40 funds
available for grants in fiscal year 2004-2005. The grant cap is $1 million
per project. In past years, the average grant award has been approximately
$350,000. The Urban Streams Restoration program provides grants for local projects
that reduce flooding and erosion on urban streams, improve environmental values
and promote community stewardship. Past grants have funded a variety of activities,
including the following: creek cleanups, eradication of exotic or invasive
plants, re-vegetation efforts, bioengineering bank stabilization projects,
channel reconfiguration to improve stream geomorphology, and aquatic habitat
functions and acquisition of parcels critical for flood management. For more
information, visit http://www.watershedrestoration.water.ca.gov/urbanstreams/appcycle/index.cfm.
CALIFORNIA COASTAL ART & POETRY
CONTEST Deadline: Monday, January
31, 2005 California students are invited to submit their
work to the California Coastal Commission’s annual coastal art
and poetry contest. Winners will be selected from each of four grade-level
categories in both art and poetry to receive $100 gift certificate to
an art supply or book store. Each winner’s teacher will receive
a $40 gift certificate for educational materials. For more information,
contact (800) Coast-4U,
, or visit http://www.coastforyou.org.
The
2006 Toyota TAPESTRY Grants for Teachers Program Toyota and NSTA offer a total of $550,000 in grants to K-12 teachers
of science who wish to implement innovative, community-based science projects.
Teachers may apply for one of 50 large grants of up to $10,000 each or for
one of at least 20 "mini-grants" of up to $2,500 each. The categories
are Environmental Science Education, Physical Science Applications, and Literacy
and Science Education. Applicants may apply for any of the three categories
in either the large or mini-grant program. The deadline for receipt of proposals
at NSTA is January 19, 2006.
Volvo
Adventure Awards Deadline: January
31, 2006 The Volvo Adventure is an environmental award for teams
of young people ages 10-16 that rewards environmental action. Awards
are given for practical action plans in the categories of biodiversity,
waste, water, and energy. http://www.volvoadventure.org/site/locationchoice.asp
"Green Trees
for The Golden State" TREE PLANTING GRANT OPPORTUNITY for schools and school districts The
California Dept. of Forestry and Fire Protection is pleased to announce
the availability of a new tree planting grant program designed for school
kids to improve their school environments. The purpose of the 2006/2007 Green Trees for The Golden
State grant program is to provide funding for urban forestry tree planting
projects and up to three years of initial maintenance. Preference will be
given to the planting of trees that provide greater air quality benefits
and to urban forestry projects that provide greater energy conservation benefits.
Eligible applicants include cities,
counties, districts and non-profit organizations. Non-profit organizations
must provide proof of tax exemption. Grants are
for cost associated with the purchase and planting of trees, and up to three
years of care which ensures the long-term viability of those trees. Projects
must be completed by March 31, 2009.The
minimum award is $7,500. The maximum award will be $250,000. Application
Deadline: Pre-proposals
will be accepted immediately. Proposals will be funded as approved until
such time as all available funds are encumbered. No pre-proposals will
be processed after January 31, 2007,
or after all funds are encumbered, whichever happens first. Funds will
begin being encumbered July 1, 2006.
Toyota TAPESTRY
Grants for Teachers Program Toyota and NSTA offer a total of $550,000 in grants to K-12 teachers
of science who wish to implement innovative, community-based science
projects. Teachers may apply for one of 50 large grants of up to
$10,000 each or for one of at least 20 "mini-grants" of
up to $2,500 each. The categories are Environmental Science Education,
Physical Science Applications, and Literacy and Science Education.
Applicants may apply for any of the three categories in either the
large or mini-grant program. The deadline for receipt of proposals
at NSTA is January 18, 2007.
THE DISNEY MINNIE GRANT (OVERSEAS
AND US APPLICANTS)
Disney and Youth Service America (YSA) are pleased to announce grants of
up to $500 to support youth-led service projects. These grants support
youth (ages 5-14) in planning and implementing service projects in their
community. Teachers, older youth (15-25), youth-leaders, and youth-serving
organizations also eligible to apply, provided that they that engage younger
youth (5-14) in planning and implementing the service event.
A significant component of the project must take place on National & Global
Youth Service Day, April 20-22, 2007. Projects can address themes such as
the environment, disaster relief, public health and awareness, community
education, hunger, literacy, or any issue that youth identify as a community
need.
Applications are welcome from all countries. Applicants from China, India,
and Russia are especially encouraged to apply. Application materials
are available at www.YSA.org/awards: Be
sure to download either the US application or Overseas application (depending
on your country of residence).
There will be another round of Disney Minnie Grants in the summer of 2007. Applicants
selected for awards in this cycle will also be eligible to apply for the
summer grants. Please check www.YSA.org/awards in
June 2007 for details on how to apply for the second grant cycle. Questions?
Email MinnieGrant@ysa.org. Receipt
deadline: January 24, 2007 (5:00pm Eastern Standard Time).
2007
Tree Planting Grants Global ReLeaf, a program of
American Forests, the nation's oldest nonprofit citizens' conservation
organization, is offering annual grants towards tree planting projects.
Currently we are accepting tree planting project proposals for 2007. American
Forests' mission is to grow a healthier world. Global ReLeaf is American
Forests' education and action program that helps individuals, organizations,
agencies, and corporations improve the local and global environment by
planting and caring for trees. Since its creation in 1988 the program has
supported plantings of over 25 million trees worldwide. The Global ReLeaf
grant program provides private dollars to support local reforestation efforts
and help match other funding sources. American Forests raises a dollar
for every tree planted with Global ReLeaf. The dollars fund the reforestation
projects. Competitive grant requests must maximize the use of total project
funds per tree planted. Grants are available to support rural seedling
projects restoring damaged forest ecosystems. The new deadline for grant
proposals is January 30th, 2007 and
there is also a July 1st deadline.
Volvo
Adventure AwardsDeadline:
January 31 The Volvo Adventure is an environmental award
for teams of young people ages 10-16 that rewards environmental action.
Awards are given for practical action plans in the categories of biodiversity,
waste, water, and energy. http://www.volvoadventure.org/
Whale Tail
Grants Program The
Whale Tail Grants Program distributes funds from sales of the Whale Tail
License Plate. The grants support programs that teach California‚s
children and the general public to value and take action to improve the health
of the state‚s marine and coastal resources. Adopt-A-Beach programs,
as well as other beach maintenance and coastal habitat restoration projects
that have an educational component, are also eligible for these grants. This
grants program focuses on reaching communities that are currently poorly
served in terms of marine and coastal education. Applications are due on December 7, 2007
Available Funding: A total
of $364,190 will be distributed. Applicants may request any amount up
to $50,000, and 25-50% of the funding will be allocated in small grants
under $10,000. Categories of Grants: The Whale Tail Grants Program funds
projects that fall into any one of the following three categories: 1)
Adopt-A-Beach programs; 2) Youth programs; 3) Programs for the general
public.
Eligibility: Applicants must be either a non-profit organization
or a governmental entity. For beach operation and maintenance projects,
the applicant must be a non-profit organization or local governmental
agency. For proposals in the Adopt-A-Beach category, both current and
new Adopt-A-Beach managers are eligible to apply.
Archived February Grant Deadlines
Kinder Excellence in Teaching
Award Nomination Deadline: February
1 A cash prize will be awarded to an extraordinary teacher in
an underserved community. The Kinder Excellence in Teaching Award seeks
to recognize innovative and results-oriented teaching and to raise public
awareness of the importance of effective and committed teachers. Nominees
must be currently employed in a K-12 school, public or private, in the
U.S. where at least 50 percent of students qualify for the free-and reduced-price
meal program. http://www.kinderaward.org
"ROOM
TO GROW" JULIANA GREENHOUSE GRANT The National Gardening
Association has partnered with Juliana,
manufacturers of hobby greenhouses to create the "Room to Grow" Juliana
Greenhouse Grant. Schools and community organizations across the U.S.
with established youth gardens are invited to apply. Applicants must
involve at least 15 youngsters between the ages of 3 and 18 in gardening
in 2005. Proposed projects should actively engage youngsters in a greenhouse
environment, establish clear teaching and learning goals, and demonstrate
need. 50 selected projects will receive indoor growing equipment and/or
materials. Prizes range from a large Professional Horticultural Greenhouse
(retail value $2,495) to NGA's Guide to School Greenhouses .Annual
application deadline: Extended
to February 1, 2005.
TEAMMATES FOR KIDSDeadline:
Tuesday, Feb. 1 Education support is available through
nonprofit organizations that work to improve education and impact the
lives of children (both short and long term). Schools must have a record
of outstanding service in effectively and efficiently delivering programs
and services that improve the lives of needy children. Must serve the
needs of children in the areas of health, education or providing inner-city
services. One hundred percent of all grant monies received from the foundation
must be used for the exclusive benefit of children. Program areas include
after-school, community involvement/volunteerism, general education,
health/PE, math, reading, science/environmental and
social studies. Average amount ranges from $10,000 to 50,000. For more
information, visit http://www.touchemall.com.
Project
Orange Thumb Gardening Grants from Fiskars. Open to all
Community Gardens. Grant Criteria: Applicants should demonstrate the
significant
and continuing
impact that
the Project
Orange ThumbSM grant will have upon the following:
• Positive effects on community gardening.
• Available continuing support/maintenance of the garden.
• Number of participants in the project.
• Willingness to participate in any adjoining publicity effort in association
with the Grant.
30 Grants Available
• Between $500 and $1,000 in Fiskars® Garden Tools (retail value)
• Fiskars® Project Orange ThumbSM T-shirts
• Between $250 and $500 in seed, plants, or other supplies Application deadline is February 18, 2005.
Ed Hurley Memorial Paper Recycling Award: Individual
AF&PA Business Leadership Recycling Awards: Large and Small
Businesses
AF&PA Community Recycling Awards: Community (city or county)
AF&PA School Recycling Awards: School-wide recycling program;
Classroom recycling program
TEAMMATES FOR KIDSDeadline:
February 1st. Education support is available
through nonprofit organizations that work to improve education
and impact
the lives of children (both short and long term). Schools must
have a record of outstanding service in effectively and efficiently
delivering programs and services that improve the lives of needy
children. Must serve the needs of children in the areas of health,
education or providing inner-city services. One hundred percent
of all grant monies received from the foundation must be used
for the exclusive benefit of children. Program areas include
after-school,
community involvement/volunteerism, general education, health/PE,
math, reading, science/environmental and social
studies. Average amount ranges from $10,000 to 50,000. For more
information, visit http://www.touchemall.com.
AMERICORPS
NATIONAL PROGRAM GRANTS: DEADLINE FEBRUARY
15, 2007
Funding is available for organizations interested
in applying for AmeriCorps*National program grants. AmeriCorps*National
grants are made directly by the Corporation to
public or private nonprofit organizations, institutions
of
higher education, government entities within states or
territories, and Native American Tribes. To
learn more and apply, visit AmeriCorps. (Letter
of Intent deadlines from October-December, depending on specific grant.)
Archived March Grant Deadlines
Fifth Graders: Celebrate
Arbor Day 2005. Deadline: Mar. 1,
2005. "Trees are Terrific... and Energy Wise!" is the
theme for this year's contest. Free curriculum kits explaining the contest
are available to fifth grade teachers and parents. Each school or group
selects one poster to submit to the statewide contest. One winner will
be forwarded to the National Arbor Day Foundation for final judging.
That winner receives a $1,000 savings bond and other prizes.
For more information and to request a kit, contact Kay Antunez 916/653-7958 or
visit www.arborday.org
2006
CELEBRATE ARBOR DAY IN 2006!
A FREE curriculum kit explaining how to conduct
the annual Arbor Day poster contest will be available in October 2005. This
contest activity is open to all California fifth grade children assisted
by their teachers, parents, youth or club leaders. The kit contains suggestions
for activities and projects that will increase student awareness and appreciation
of the importance of trees and conservation of forests. The contest theme
for 2006 is “Trees are Terrific…in All Shapes and Sizes.” These
activities are correlated to California’s science standards!
Each school or participating group selects a winning poster to submit to
the statewide contest. The contest deadline is always
on March 1st. One state level winner will be selected
and forwarded to The National Arbor Day Foundation for final judging. Prizes
and recognition will be awarded to the state winner and each school or group
entering the contest. The California Community Forests Foundation will provide
the top three winners with cash awards and other prizes. School winners and
their teachers will be provided with certificates and other rewards.
The national winner, a parent and the student’s teacher or group leader,
will receive invitations to The National Arbor Day Foundation’s annual
celebration in Nebraska City, NE. The winner will also receive a $1,000 savings
bond and many other prizes.
To request a kit, contact Kay Antunez, contest coordinator, California Department
of Forestry and Fire Protection at (916) 653-7958 or
.
A gallery of posters submitted for the 2005 California contest can be viewed
at www.caltrees.org To find out more
about Arbor Day, log on to The National Arbor Day Foundation website at: www.arborday.org
2006
LEARN AND SERVE AMERICA GRANTS
Grade/Applicants: School-based, community-based and higher education programs
Deadline: Tuesday, Feb. 28 for higher education programs
and Tuesday, March 7 for school-based and community-based programs
The Corporation for National and Community Service announced its 2006 Learn
and Serve America grant competition to support high quality service-learning
projects that engage students in community service projects linked to academic
studies. The funding is for the 2006-2007 school year, with possible continued
funding for two more years. This competition is particularly focused on ensuring
that more youth in disadvantaged circumstances are able to engage in service-learning
and on expanding the use of service-learning to more schools, colleges and
community organizations. Funds are available to intermediary organizations
and may be used to create curriculum materials; support training and technical
assistance activities; and make subgrants to local partnerships to carry
out service-learning. Information and application instructions are at http://www.learnandserve.gov/for_organizations/funding/nofa.asp.
Captain Planet Foundation
Grants Applicants: School and community groups Deadline: December
31, 2005; March 31, 2006; June 30, 2006;
September 30, 2006 The Captain Planet Foundation provides grants to support
hands-on environmental projects. The objective of the Foundation is to
encourage innovative programs that empower children and youth around
the world to work individually and collectively to solve environmental
problems in their neighborhoods and communities. Grant rewards up to
$2,500 are available. http://www.captainplanetfdn.org
Heroes
of the Environment Children's Environmental Publishing respectfully
invites you to nominate candidates for inclusion in our upcoming picture
book for children, HEROES OF THE ENVIRONMENT. The purpose of the
book is to educate children about important contemporary environmental
issues and opportunities. The personal stories of environmental heroes
will serve to inspire children through examples of leaders from various
communities with whom they can identify. Deadline
for nominations: March 31, 2005 Click
here for more information and a nomination form
2007
CELEBRATE ARBOR DAY! Contest
Deadline March 1st
A FREE curriculum kit explaining how to conduct
the annual Arbor Day poster contest will be available in October 2006.
This contest activity is open to all California fifth grade children assisted
by their teachers, parents, youth or club leaders. The kit contains suggestions
for activities and projects that will increase student awareness and appreciation
of the importance of trees and conservation of forests. The contest theme
for 2006 is “Trees are Terrific…in All Shapes and Sizes.” These
activities are correlated to California’s science standards!
Each school or participating group selects a winning poster to submit to
the statewide contest. The contest deadline is always
on March 1st. One state level winner will be selected
and forwarded to The National Arbor Day Foundation for final judging. Prizes
and recognition will be awarded to the state winner and each school or
group entering the contest. The California Community Forests Foundation
will provide the top three winners with cash awards and other prizes. School
winners and their teachers will be provided with certificates and other
rewards. The national winner, a parent and the student’s teacher
or group leader, will receive invitations to The National Arbor Day Foundation’s
annual celebration in Nebraska City, NE. The winner will also receive a
$1,000 savings bond and many other prizes.
To request a kit, contact Kay Antunez, contest coordinator, California
Department of Forestry and Fire Protection at (916) 653-7958 or
. A gallery of posters submitted for the 2006 California contest can be viewed
at www.caltrees.org To find out more
about Arbor Day, log on to The National Arbor Day Foundation website at: www.arborday.org
Captain
Planet Foundation Grants Applicants: School and community
groups Deadline: December 31; March
31; June 30; September 30. The Captain Planet Foundation
provides grants to support hands-on environmental projects. The objective
of the Foundation is to encourage innovative programs that empower children
and youth around the world to work individually and collectively to solve
environmental problems in their neighborhoods and communities. Grant
rewards up to $2,500 are available. http://www.captainplanetfdn.org
Archived April Grant Deadlines
A+ for Energy Grant: an
educational grant program for California teachers that will reward educators
for identifying creative projects or lesson plans that incorporate energy
education and/or energy conservation in their classroom. BP will award up
to $2 million in grants and scholarships to K-12 California teachers to fund
innovative classroom, after-school, extra curricular or summer activities
focused on energy education and/or energy conservation. Grants of $5,000
or $10,000 will be awarded directly to teachers, based on the budget submitted
with the application. Deadline April
4, 2005.
A+
Grant application already filled out for you! Grant
for Solar Projects!! Solar Schoolhouse/Rahus
Institute has written the A+ for Energy Grant for you, for getting
a grid-tie solar system at your outdoor school! The
proposal includes installing a gridtie solar electric system (1kW) -
we now have available discounted solar modules from the used market (they
are in excellent shape). Also, a solar fountain if you haven't already
done so. Hands-on materials, teacher training for your staff. etc. Please
add or edit any project information you'd like. more info on your particular
school, how many students visit, grade levels, which school districts
visit your school, etc.
MELINDA GRAY ARDIA FOUNDATION GRANTS Deadline: April
9, 2005 K-12 teachers worldwide are invited to apply
for grants of $1000 to develop or implement environmental curricula that
integrates hands-on ecology exercises into the classroom. Curricula that
encourage the integration of multiple disciplines (such as integrating
art and science), and which include cooperative work with multiple school
districts will be given special consideration. http://www.mgaef.org/
2006
Headlands Institute
Community Action Award The Headlands Institute (HI)
is pleased to announce the new HI Community Action Award program that seeks
to recognize the important role that young people play in positively influencing
and impacting their home communities and environment. We are currently seeking
nominations of individual elementary or middle school classrooms (including
students and teachers) who are working together to make a significant positive
contribution to the environment of their home communities. The 2006 recipient
classroom will receive a $1500 award to be used to further the goals of their
community project. Any California classroom team, from either public or independent
schools, may be nominated. Home schools may be nominated as long as they
can demonstrate that a team of students and teachers have been consistently
involved in the project. Nomination letters for the
2006 HI Community Action Award must be submitted on or before April 7th Click
Here for more details
A+ for Energy Grant: an
educational grant program for California teachers that will reward educators
for identifying creative projects or lesson plans that incorporate energy
education and/or energy conservation in their classroom. BP will award up
to $2 million in grants and scholarships to K-12 California teachers to fund
innovative classroom, after-school, extra curricular or summer activities
focused on energy education and/or energy conservation. Grants of $5,000
or $10,000 will be awarded directly to teachers, based on the budget submitted
with the application. Deadline April
7, 2006.
A+ Grant application already filled out for you! Grant
for Solar Projects!! Solar Schoolhouse/Rahus
Institute has written the A+ for Energy Grant for you, for getting
a grid-tie solar system at your outdoor school! The proposal
includes installing a gridtie solar electric system (1kW) - we now have
available discounted solar modules from the used market (they are in excellent
shape). Also, a solar fountain if you haven't already done so. Hands-on
materials, teacher training for your staff. etc. Please add or edit any
project information you'd like. more info on your particular school, how
many students visit, grade levels, which school districts visit your school,
etc.
MELINDA GRAY ARDIA FOUNDATION
GRANTS Deadline: April 6,
2006 K-12 teachers worldwide are invited to apply for
grants of $1000 to develop or implement environmental curricula that
integrates hands-on ecology exercises into the classroom. Curricula that
encourage the integration of multiple disciplines (such as integrating
art and science), and which include cooperative work with multiple school
districts will be given special consideration. http://www.mgaef.org/
NewBright
Ideas Ahead! Pacific Gas and Electric
Company (PG&E) is pleased to announce the third year of the PG&E
Solar Schools Program. PG&E is making grants of up to $1.7
million in solar energy resources, solar science equipment and curriculum,
teacher training, and cash grants to public schools in underserved communities
in Northern and Central California.
Schools may apply for solar installations, teacher training and Bright
Ideas Grants of $2,500 or $5,000. The deadline
to apply is April 30, 2006. To stay “plugged
in” or to apply, visit www.pge.com/solarschools or
call 800-875-5029.
NATURE OF LEARNING
GRANTS
Applicants: Schools and nonprofit organizations
Deadline: Wednesday, April 17, 2006
The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation invites applications from organizations
seeking to start or expand the Nature of Learning program in their communities.
Grants to be awarded on a competitive basis of up to $5,000 to support start-up
expenses associated with new programs, and grants of up to $3,000 to provide
continued support to existing Nature of Learning programs. For more information,
visit http://www.nfwf.org/programs/tnol.cfm.
Archived May Grant Deadlines
PROPOSITION 12 TREE
PLANTING GRANT
Applicants: Cities, counties, districts and non-profit (501c(3)) organizations
Deadline: Monday, May 2, 2005
The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection announces the availability
of the 2005/2006 tree planting and three-year maintenance grant designed to
increase tree canopy cover within California communities. Increased tree canopy
cover is credited with improved aesthetics; recreation, energy conservation,
noise reduction, wildlife habitat and more. Grant applications and guidelines
are available at http://www.ufei.org/grantinfo.lasso
2006
PROPOSITION 12 TREE
PLANTING GRANT
Applicants: Cities, counties, districts and non-profit (501c(3)) organizations
Deadline: Monday, May 2, 2006
The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection announces the availability
of the 2005/2006 tree planting and three-year maintenance grant designed to increase
tree canopy cover within California communities. Increased tree canopy cover
is credited with improved aesthetics; recreation, energy conservation, noise
reduction, wildlife habitat and more. Grant applications and guidelines are available
at http://www.ufei.org/grantinfo.lasso
2007
Brimstone Award for Applied Storytelling The National Storytelling
Network (NSN) is pleased to invite applications for the third annual Brimstone
Award for Applied Storytelling--a grant of $5000 for a project that will
be completed in calendar year 2007. Applications will be received in two
rounds: preliminary proposals will be due by e-mail no later than Monday, May
8, 2006, and proposals invited for
the final round will be due by Monday, July 10, 2006. Finalists
will be notified by email by June 9. Email notification will also be sent
to all other applicants by June 14. The award will be announced by early
August, 2006.
2007
BECOME A CONSCIOUS LIFESTYLE
SOCIAL INNOVATOR Want to "Eat Well, Dress Well, Live Well" while
doing good? Conscious Lifestyle and Youth Venture are teaming up to select
10 teams of young people from across the country as Social Innovators to
start sustainable Conscious Lifestyle Youth Ventures at their high school
or university. Winners will receive up to $1000 in start-up funding, technical
support, a webpage, cool threads, and more. Through education, awareness,
and action, Conscious Lifestyle Youth Ventures connect consumers and companies
worldwide to advocate for greater social and environmental standards. Applications
are due May 11.
BROWER YOUTH AWARDS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL
LEADERSHIP The Brower Youth Awards are looking for outstanding youth
leaders who are doing outstanding work for the environment. Each winner is
awarded $3,000 and brought to the San Francisco Bay Area for a week of media
and public outreach, leadership support, networking, and touring. Applications
are due May 15.
Archived June Grant Deadlines
AWARD
FOR MAKING A DIFFERENCE THROUGH GARDENING: Nominations Invited
for Garden
Crusader Awards
Deadline: June 1, 2005 The
Garden Crusader Awards were created by Gardener's Supply (http://gardeners.com/ )
in 2001 to honor individuals who are improving the world through gardening.These
enthusiastic men and women are planting trees and flowers, growing food,
creating new green spaces, and teaching their friends and neighbors about
the rewards of gardening.
Nominating California
Educators for NAAEE Awards June 1st is
the deadline for nominations for the nine prestigious awards that will be
presented at the North American Association for Environmental Education conference
being held October 25-29 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Now is the time to think
of deserving educators and educational organizations that are deserving of
wider recognition for their efforts. Click
Here for more information
Governor's Environmental
and Economic Leadership Awards Program: The annual Governor’s
Environmental and Economic Leadership Award Program is administered by
the California Environmental Protection Agency and Resources Agency,
in partnership with the State and Consumer Services Agency. This
is the State of California’s highest and most prestigious environmental
honor. The program recognizes individuals, organizations, and businesses
that have demonstrated exceptional leadership and made notable contributions
in conserving California’s precious resources, protecting and enhancing
our environment, and building public-private partnerships. Application
Deadline: June 1, 2005 Note: There is a category for "Children’s
Environmental Education. Unique and exemplary educational programs
and curricula that align with California's academic content standards
and raise children’s awareness of, and involvement in, environmental
issues" which AEOE's members should definitely apply
for! A few of our own AEOE Institutional Members have been honored
with this award already: in 2004 Yosemite National Institutes (YNI);
and in 2003, the Placer Nature Center and the FARMS Leadership/SLEWS
Program. For
information and application, click here! (pdf-89K)
NATURE OF LEARNING
GRANTS
Applicants: Schools and nonprofit organizations
Deadline: Wednesday, June 15, 2005
The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation invites applications from organizations
seeking to start or expand the Nature of Learning program in their communities.
Grants to be awarded on a competitive basis of up to $5,000 to support start-up
expenses associated with new programs, and grants of up to $3,000 to provide
continued support to existing Nature of Learning programs. For more information,
visit http://www.nfwf.org/programs/tnol.htm.
REDWOOD EDUCATION GRANTS
Applicants: Schools, interpretative associations and other qualified nonprofits
engaged in quality redwood education
Deadline: Friday, June 24, 2005
Save-the-Redwoods League is pleased to announce the availability of education
grants. These grants are designed to foster and encourage public awareness
of redwoods, redwood ecology and forest stewardship. Awards will be made
to support outdoor education, teacher and interpreter continuing
education, individual or group student projects and other projects that further
Save-the-Redwoods League’s education goals. Average grant awards range
from $500 - $3,000, with exceptional projects awarded up to $5000. Partial
funding may be awarded to projects.Complete guidelines and an application
form are available at http://www.savetheredwoods.org/,
or by contacting Denise Price at (888) 836-0005 or
.
Captain
Planet Foundation The Captain Planet Foundation funds hands-on environmental
projects to encourage youth around the world to work individually and collectively
to solve environmental problems in their neighborhoods and communities.
Maximum Award: $2500. Eligibility: Schools and non-profits. Deadlines: June
30, September 30, and December 31. http://www.captainplanetfdn.org/aboutUs.html#policies_grant_guidelines
A+ for Energy Grant: an educational
grant program for California teachers that will reward educators for identifying
creative projects or lesson plans that incorporate energy education and/or
energy conservation in their classroom. BP will award up to $2 million in
grants and scholarships to K-12 California teachers to fund innovative classroom,
after-school, extra curricular or summer activities focused on energy education
and/or energy conservation. Grants will be awarded directly to teachers in
the amounts of $5,000 or $10,000. Deadline June
30, 2004.
2006
AWARD
FOR MAKING A DIFFERENCE THROUGH GARDENING: Nominations Invited
for Garden
Crusader Awards
Deadline: June 1, 2006 The
Garden Crusader Awards were created by Gardener's Supply (http://gardeners.com/ )
in 2001 to honor individuals who are improving the world through
gardening.These enthusiastic men and women are planting trees and
flowers, growing food, creating new green spaces, and teaching their
friends and neighbors about the rewards of gardening.
The
Neighborhood Excellence Initiative includes Neighborhood
Builders - Provides $200,000 in general operating support and
provides leadership training over two years to two nonprofit organizations
working to create vibrant neighborhoods; Local Heroes -
Recognizes five community heroes allowing recipients to direct a $5,000
contribution to a qualified nonprofit of their choice; and Student
Leaders - Recognizes five exemplary students who are committed
to making a difference in their communities, and provides them with a
paid summer internship with a local community nonprofit and participation
in a leadership program with local Bank of America executives. Deadline
for all three: June 30
Western
Growers "Growing With Children" Grants will be
awarded to schools in California and Arizona only!
Application must be postmarked by June 1. Grants
awarded on September 1.
Funds must be used for supplies, curriculum, resources or other materials
related to starting or maintaining a fruit and vegetable garden. Examples
include tools, seeds and plants, soil, irrigation related items, materials
for raised beds, gloves, composting materials etc.
Each school receives the following funding and materials:
• Up to $1,500
• Drip-tape irrigation system (courtesy of T-Systems International)
• Seeds (courtesy of California Seed Association)
• Garden Curriculum, resource guide, composting guide and customized
stepping stone (courtesy of Western Growers)
• Ag in the Classroom Materials (courtesy of AITC)
NATIONAL
GEOGRAPHIC EDUCATION FOUNDATION Applicants: K-12 teachers and administrators Deadline: June 16
Teacher grants are given directly to educators to facilitate their work in
promoting and increasing geographic literacy in the classroom, school, district
and community. Teacher grant applications are accepted from any current teacher
or administrator in an accredited K-12 school within the United States and
Canada. Projects that have outreach to urban areas are particularly encouraged.
For more information, visit http://www.nationalgeographic.com/foundation/grants_teacher.html.
2007
THINKQUEST
INTERNATIONAL 2007Deadline: April
16, 2007
The Oracle Education Foundation announces the opening of ThinkQuest International
2007, inviting students and teachers from around the globe to take part in
collaborative learning. Students between the ages of 9 and 19 and their
teacher-coaches from anywhere in the world are eligible to apply. The program
promotes collaboration and cross-cultural learning by encouraging students
to team with peers in other regions to develop Web sites on educational
topics. Awards include laptops and $1,000 school grants for the top ten teams in
each age division, travel to the annual ThinkQuest Live event for the top
three teams in each division, and digital cameras for the team that receives
the Global Perspectives Award. Application materials available at http://fconline.foundationcenter.org/pnd/10004128/thinkquest
Questions? Email:
.
Learning,
Leadership, & Student Achievement AwardsDeadline:
June 1, 2007
Learning & Leadership Grants 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. The grant amount is $2,000 for individuals. Student
Achievement Grants provide $5,000 to improve the academic achievement
of students by engaging in critical thinking and problem solving that
deepen knowledge of standards-based subject matter. The work should also
improve students' habits of inquiry, self-directed learning, and critical
reflection. Applicants for both programs must be practicing U.S. school
teachers in grades K-12, public school education support professionals,
or faculty and staff at public institutions of higher education. Preference
will be given to members of the National Education Association. The NEA
Foundation encourages grant applications from teachers with less than
seven years of experience in the profession and education support professionals.
JACK
KENT COOKE FOUNDATION
The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation seeks
nonprofit providers of accelerated-learning or academic-enrichment programs
for grants of between $100,000 and $600,000 each over a three-year period.
The objective of the program is to increase access to accelerated-learning
and enrichment-programs for low-to-moderate-income students between the
ages of 5 and 12 who have exceptional academic promise.
Proposals for these grants are solicited by invitation only. Organizations
that have not received an invitation but wish to apply for the grant program
are required to first submit a letter of interest and receive an invitation.
Unsolicited applications will not be accepted. Once organizations have
received an invitation to participate in the proposal process, they must
submit the application along with the submission form. Applications and
guidelines are available at. Deadline: June 1, 2007.
Archived July Grant Deadlines
Grant for Solar Projects!! Solar
Schoolhouse/Rahus Institute has written the A+ for Energy Grant for you,
for getting a grid-tie solar system at your outdoor school! The proposal
includes installing a gridtie solar electric system (1kW) - we now have available
discounted solar modules from the used market (they are in excellent shape).
Also, a solar fountain if you haven't already done so. Hands-on materials,
teacher training for your staff. etc. Please add or edit any project information
you'd like. more info on your particular school, how many students visit,
grade levels, which school districts visit your school, etc. I've been told
that they will accept applications through July 10th (it
needs to be in their hands by then). Their funds are undersubscribed!
Recognizing
Hispanic Youth: Making a Difference in their Communities The
Lideres de Hoy essay contest is an Allstate and National
Council of La Raza (NCLR) initiative to recognize and celebrate
the work of Hispanic youth leaders making a difference in the Latino
community. Applicants must answer the question: "As
a young leader, how have you been a catalyst for positive change
and contributed
to inspiring your community?" Ten young Hispanic leaders
will be awarded a $5,000 academic scholarship and invited to
participate in the Líderes de Hoy awards ceremony in Washington,
DC in commemoration of Hispanic Heritage Month in September.
Applicants
must be legal residents of the United States, full-time high
school students of Hispanic descent, between the ages of 14 and
18, and
have a minimum GPA of 2.0. Deadline:
July 29, 2005. http://lideres.nclr.org/opportunities/national_essay_contest_/
NAAEE
Scholarships: We are currently receiving applications for The
Diversity Scholarship Fund and The William
B Stapp College Student Fund. Deadline for applications is July
31, 2005. Scholarships are for theNAAEE (North
American Association for Environmental Education) 2005 Conference, "Sustainability
and Environmental Education: Focus on the Future," in
Albuquerque, New Mexico from October 25-29, 2005. Information
and Registration now Available Online!
The host team from the Environmental Education Association of New
Mexico (EEANM) is working with NAAEE leadership to offer: more
than 230 presentations. 6 exceptional keynote speakers, 14 workshops,
13 field trips, Exhibit Fair, Special Tracks for K-12 teachers,
Spanish-language speakers and EE Researchers.
Teaching Tolerance Grants Teaching Tolerance offers grants of $500 to $2,500 to preK-12 classroom teachers for projects designed to reduce prejudice among youth, improve intergroup relations in schools and/or support educator professional development in these areas. Proposals from other community organizations and houses of worship will be considered on the basis of direct student impact. Open Deadline.
Archived August Grant Deadlines
NewBrimstone
Award for Applied Storytelling Invitation to Submit Applications:
NSN is pleased to invite applications for the second annual Brimstone
Award for Applied Storytelling--a grant of $5000 for a project that will
be completed in calendar year 2006. Applications will be received in
two rounds: preliminary proposals will be
due by e-mail no later than Monday, August
1st, 2005 and full proposals invited for the final round
will be due by Monday, September 19. The award will be announced
by early October, 2005.
National Weather Association
SOL HIRSCH EDUCATION FUND GRANTS $500 grants are available
annually for teachers in grades K-12 to improve the education of their
students in Meteorology - Applications are due
by August 1st each year. The teachers
selected will be able to use the funds to take an accredited course in
atmospheric sciences, attend a relevant workshop or conference, or purchase
scientific materials or equipment for the classroom. Five grants or more
are possible each year thanks to the many members who have contributed
to this fund in honor of Sol Hirsch who retired in 1992 after being the
NWA Executive Director for 11 years.
Toshiba America
Foundation contributes to the quality of science and mathematics
education in the U.S. with an annual grant budget of approximately $500,000.
The deadline for grade K-6 programs is October
1. Grant applications for grade 7-12 grade programs are
accepted year-round for grants under $5,000, and are
due February 1 and August 1 for
grants over $5,000. Contact the Toshiba Foundation directly before submitting
an application. For more information, check out http://www.toshiba.com/taf/index.html. These
grants are often given to environmental projects - check
out their featured
grants and environmental
grants to see many examples. Also, AEOE Institutional Member Ocean
Institute is AGAIN one of the Featured Grants: Surf Science Research.
Congratulations Ocean Institute!
AMERICAN
HONDA FOUNDATION GRANTS PROGRAM
Applicants: Organizations working in the areas of youth and scientific education
Grants are awarded 4 times a year, with deadlines on November 1, February
1, May 1and August 1.
American Honda Foundation Grants Program for organizations working in the
areas of youth and scientific education. Average Grant Range: $40,000 to
$80,000. Check it out at http://corporate.honda.com/images/banners/america/AHF_brochure.pdf.
Click here to print out an application.
August 2006 Archived Grant Deadlines
National Weather Association
SOL HIRSCH EDUCATION FUND GRANTS $500 grants are available
annually for teachers in grades K-12 to improve the education of their
students in Meteorology - Applications are due
by August 1st each year. The teachers
selected will be able to use the funds to take an accredited course in
atmospheric sciences, attend a relevant workshop or conference, or purchase
scientific materials or equipment for the classroom. Five grants or more
are possible each year thanks to the many members who have contributed
to this fund in honor of Sol Hirsch who retired in 1992 after being the
NWA Executive Director for 11 years.
Toshiba America
Foundation contributes to the quality of science and mathematics
education in the U.S. with an annual grant budget of approximately $500,000.
The deadline for grade K-6 programs is October
1. Grant applications for grade 7-12 grade programs are
accepted year-round for grants under $5,000, and are
due February 1 and August
1 for grants over $5,000. Contact the Toshiba Foundation
directly before submitting an application. For more information, check
out http://www.toshiba.com/taf/index.html. These
grants are often given to environmental projects - check
out their featured
grants and environmental
grants to see many examples. Also, AEOE Institutional Member Ocean
Institute is AGAIN one of the Featured Grants: Surf Science Research.
Congratulations Ocean Institute!
AMERICAN
HONDA FOUNDATION GRANTS PROGRAM
Applicants: Organizations working in the areas of youth and scientific education
Grants are awarded 4 times a year, with deadlines on November 1, February
1, May 1 and August 1.
American Honda Foundation Grants Program for organizations working in the
areas of youth and scientific education. Average Grant Range: $40,000 to
$80,000. Check it out at http://corporate.honda.com/images/banners/america/AHF_brochure.pdf.
Click here to print out an application.
Governor's Environmental
and Economic Leadership Awards Program: The annual Governor’s
Environmental and Economic Leadership Award Program is administered by
the California Environmental Protection Agency and Resources Agency, in
partnership with the State and Consumer Services Agency. This is the
State of California’s highest and most prestigious environmental
honor. The program recognizes individuals, organizations, and businesses
that have demonstrated exceptional leadership and made notable contributions
in conserving California’s precious resources, protecting and enhancing
our environment, and building public-private partnerships. Application
Deadline: August 1, 2006 Note: There is a category for "Children’s
Environmental Education. Unique and exemplary educational programs and
curricula that align with California's academic content standards and
raise children’s awareness of, and involvement in, environmental
issues" which AEOE's members should definitely apply
for! A few of our own AEOE Institutional Members have been honored
with this award already: in 2004 Yosemite National Institutes (YNI);
and in 2003, the Placer Nature Center and the FARMS Leadership/SLEWS
Program.
August 2008 Archived Grant Deadlines
DISNEY MINNIE GRANTS 2008, 2nd round; Youth Service America and Disney are pleased to launch a second round of Disney MinnieGrants to engage children and youth, ages 5-14 as community volunteers. The selected applications will receive $500 to support their youth-led service projects. The deadline is August 30, 2008 and projects must take place October 15 - November 15, 2008. Grantees from the first round of Disney awards of 2008 are eligible to apply. You can review past award recipients from all over the world at: http://ysa.org/AwardsGrants/DisneyMinnieGrants/DisneyMinnieGrantees2008/tabid/292/Default .aspx
Archived September Grant Deadlines
NEW - NOW RECRUITING
LEAD AGENCIES FOR National Youth Service
Day 2006! APPLY TODAY!
Be a leading force in the 18th Annual National Youth Service Day - April
21- 23, 2006 - the largest service event in the world. Lead Agencies increase
the scope, visibility, and sustainability of National Youth Service Day by
leading large city, regional or statewide celebrations. Serving as Lead Agency
is a great way to increase participation in your programs, garner national
media attention, develop new partnerships, and generate support for your
programs from elected officials. Lead Agencies receive a $2,000 grant,
media exposure, outreach support, planning resources, and year-round service
planning assistance.
To learn more about the Lead Agency initiative and to download an application,
please visit www.YSA.org/nysd. Specific
questions about the application process can be directed to Karen Daniel,
Director of National Youth Service Day, at
.
Deadline: Application must be received by September
12, 2005. APPLY TODAY!!
Brimstone
Award for Applied Storytelling Invitation to Submit Applications:
NSN is pleased to invite applications for the first annual Brimstone
Award for Applied Storytelling--a grant of $5000 for a project that will
be completed in calendar year 2005. Applications will be received in
two rounds: preliminary proposals will be
due by e-mail no later than Monday, September
13, 2004, and full proposals invited for the final round
will be due by Monday, October 25. The
award will be announced by December 1, 2004.
2004 National 4-H
Youth in Action/Community Tree Planting Grant - Deadline
Extended to September 24th. The
2004 National 4 H Council Youth in Action/Community Tree Planting Grant
will offer youth grants in the amounts of $500 to $1,750 to 4-H/Extension
groups in local communities, in counties, and at the state level. These
grants provide opportunities for young people and adults to take action
on issues critical to their lives, their families, and their communities.
The youth grants program puts resources directly into the hands of youth,
and their involvement at all stages is very significant. Youth take the
lead in the design of the project, the proposal writing process, the
implementation, and the evaluation of funded projects. The grants are
offered only to 4-H/Extension Programs in the United States and its territories.
A complete announcement and application can be found at www.grants.n4h.org by
clicking in the left-hand margin under "Tree Planting." The
application deadline has been changed to Friday, September 24, 2004.
GreenWorks!
Grants Available Do you have an idea for an exciting service-learning
or community action project for your students but you don't have enough
funds to implement it? Why not apply for one of PLT's GreenWorks! grants?
GreenWorks! offers educators the opportunity to apply for grants ranging
from $50 to $1000 to implement community action and service-learning
projects. Across the country, PLT trained educators teaching in both
formal and non-formal settings are eligible to apply for and receive
GreenWorks! grants. GreenWorks! projects should address an environmental
issue and involve students from pre-school to high school in hands-on
community action. The GreenWorks! program also encourages participants
to form partnerships with groups, businesses, or organizations within
their communities to help implement and sustain their GreenWorks! projects.
Some examples of past grant projects include stream clean-up, graffiti
paint-over, outdoor classrooms, gardens (butterfly, vegetable), schoolyard
restoration. The deadline for other GreenWorks! grants is September
29, 2006
Archived September 2006 Grant or Contest Deadlines
Red
White and Green Climate Change Grant Youth
Service America and the Civil Society Institute are excited to announce the
Red, White & Green Climate Change Grant. This opportunity offers $500
to implement a service-learning project about climate change.
APPLICANTS: The Red, White & Green Climate Change Grant is open to all
young people in the United States between the ages of 15-25 and to organizations
that engage youth ages 15-25.
GUIDELINES: Applicants are expected to develop and implement a service-learning
project about climate change that engages their community AND candidates
running for election in November 2006. We welcome projects where youth work
in partnership with adults (parents, coaches, teachers, youth leaders, etc.):
but remember, this is an opportunity for youth to shine. Projects should
be youth-led, and the service must take place between October 1 and November
30, 2006.
DEADLINE: Applications must
be postmarked no later than Thursday, September 1, 2006.
GreenWorks!
Grants Available Do you have an idea for an exciting service-learning
or community action project for your students but you don't have enough
funds to implement it? Why not apply for one of PLT's GreenWorks! grants?
GreenWorks! offers educators the opportunity to apply for grants ranging
from $50 to $1000 to implement community action and service-learning
projects. Across the country, PLT trained educators teaching in both
formal and non-formal settings are eligible to apply for and receive
GreenWorks! grants. GreenWorks! projects should address an environmental
issue and involve students from pre-school to high school in hands-on
community action. The GreenWorks! program also encourages participants
to form partnerships with groups, businesses, or organizations within
their communities to help implement and sustain their GreenWorks! projects.
Some examples of past grant projects include stream clean-up, graffiti
paint-over, outdoor classrooms, gardens (butterfly, vegetable), schoolyard
restoration. The deadline for other GreenWorks! grants is September
29, 2006
Captain Planet
Foundation Grants Applicants: School and community groups.
Deadlines for submitting grant applications are March 31, June 30, September
30, and December 31. The
Captain Planet Foundation provides grants to support hands-on environmental
projects. The objective of the Foundation is to encourage innovative
programs that empower children and youth around the world to work individually
and collectively to solve environmental problems in their neighborhoods
and communities. Grant rewards up to $2,500 are available. http://www.captainplanetfdn.org/
Archived October Grant Deadlines
Toshiba America
Foundation contributes to the quality of science and mathematics
education in the U.S. with an annual grant budget of approximately $500,000.
The deadline for grade K-6 programs is October
1, 2004. Grant applications for grade 7-12 grade programs
are accepted year-round for grants under $5,000, and are due February
1 and August 1 for grants over $5,000. Contact the Toshiba Foundation
directly before submitting an application. For more information, check
out http://www.toshiba.com/taf/index.html. These
grants are often given to environmental projects - check
out their recent grants and environmental
science featured grants pages and see many examples. Also, California's Ocean
Institute is one of the Featured Grants: A
Partnership on the Pacific. Congratulations Ocean Institute!
Good Neighbor Service-Learning
Grant Program Offered by State Farm Companies Foundation and Youth
Service America: Youth Service America and State Farm have partnered
to present the State Farm Good Neighbor Service-Learning Grant. The grant
is available to teachers/professors, youth (ages 5-25), and school-based
service-learning coordinators to implement service-learning projects
for National Youth Service Day 2005, April 15-17. Deadline for
proposals: October 18, 2004 Read
more here
California Mathematics and Science
Partnership (CaMSP) Grant Program The CaMSP program is intended
to enhance the content knowledge and teaching skills of classroom teachers
through professional learning activities and thereby increase the academic
achievement of students in mathematics (grade five through Algebra I)
and science (grades four through eight.) Core to the improvement efforts
sought by the CaMSP program are the partnerships developed between high-need
local education agencies and the mathematics, science, and/or engineering
faculties of institutions of higher education. Deadline October
25.
ORGANIC
SCHOOL GARDEN CONTEST This contest was started 6 years ago
in Pennsylvania, the home of Kidsregen.org,
by The Rodale Institute to
inspire youth to garden organically, and to promote regenerative gardening
practices. Deadline: Saturday,October
30. Students and teachers nationwide are invited to submit
an essay and poster that express how they use their organic school garden
as a learning tool, and its impact on the community. Three winning schools
will receive cash prizes of $250, $500 and $1,000. For entry guidelines
and information visit http://www.kidsregen.org/gardens/index.shtml.
2005
Toshiba America
Foundation contributes to the quality of science and mathematics
education in the U.S. with an annual grant budget of approximately $500,000.
The deadline for grade K-6 programs is October
1, 2005. Grant applications for grade 7-12 grade programs are
accepted year-round for grants under $5,000, and are
due February 1 and August 1 for grants over
$5,000. Contact the Toshiba Foundation directly before submitting an
application. For more information, check out http://www.toshiba.com/taf/index.html. These
grants are often given to environmental projects - check
out their recent grants and environmental
science featured grants pages and see many examples. Also, California's Ocean
Institute is one of the Featured Grants: A
Partnership on the Pacific. Congratulations Ocean Institute!
NEW - DCAT "Making
a Difference" Award
This award will recognize and honor excellence in a science program developed
and implemented by middle level science teachers, grades 6–8. Entries
must show innovative and effective teaching strategies combined with a science
program that has influenced students to explore and investigate science and
its application to global problems.
Award: $2,500 to be used to enhance or expand the winning science program. The
winning school's lead science teacher and principal will be awarded airfare
and two night's hotel accommodation to attend NSTA's National Convention
Deadline: October 15, 2005. Late or faxed
applications will not be accepted.
STATE FARM GOOD NEIGHBOR SERVICE-LEARNING
GRANTS:
One hundred $1,000 grants, funded by the State Farm Companies Foundation,
are available from Youth Service America for teachers, youth (ages 5-25),
and school-based service-learning coordinators to implement service-learning
projects for National Youth Service Day, April 21-23, 2006. State Farm Good
Neighbor Service-Learning Grants enable youth and educators to bring the
positive benefits of service-learning to more young people across America.
Service-learning is a teaching method that combines meaningful service with
curriculum or program-based learning. Schools and organizations use service-learning
as a tool to help youth build stronger academic skills, foster civic responsibility,
and develop leadership skills. Grant applications and further information
can be found at http://www.ysa.org/awards. Completed
applications must be received by mail by October
17, 2005 (available to U.S. applicants only). For questions
or more information, please contact the Grants Department at
.
Make A Difference
Dayis the most encompassing national day of helping others
-- a celebration of neighbors helping neighbors. Everyone can participate.
Created by USA WEEKEND Magazine, Make A Difference Day is an annual event
that takes place on the fourth Saturday of every October, and this year
is October 22, 2005. Judges
including Paul Newman will select 10 projects for the national Make A
Difference Day Awards. To be considered, fill out the official
entry form AFTER you do your Make A Difference Day project. The awards
include $10,000 donations to 10 projects from Paul Newman, as sole owner
of Newman's Own, who donates all his profits and royalties after taxes
for educational and charitable purposes. Previous honorees who continue
to excel will receive donations from the Gannett Foundation. Awards will
be announced in a special report in USA WEEKEND in April 2006.
ORGANIC
SCHOOL GARDEN CONTEST This contest was started 7 years ago
in Pennsylvania, the home of Kidsregen.org,
by The Rodale Institute to
inspire youth to garden organically, and to promote regenerative gardening
practices. Deadline: October
31, 2005. Students and teachers nationwide are invited
to submit an essay and poster that express how they use their organic
school garden as a learning tool, and its impact on the community. Three
winning schools will receive cash prizes of $250, $500 and $1,000. For
entry guidelines and information visit http://www.kidsregen.org/gardens/index.shtml.
2006
Healthy
Sprouts Awards - Supporting Awareness of Nutrition and Hunger In
many U.S. schools, statistics show that you'll find children who are
overweight and others wondering where their next meal will come from;
many are not getting the right balance of nutrients in their diets or
enough exercise. Research conducted at Texas A&M University supports
the connection between kids' food gardens and improved nutrition. Could
a school garden be part of the solution to the diet- and exercise-related
challenges children face? Many forward-thinking educators and parents
think so, and have worked to create youth garden programs that focus
on nutrition and hunger issues. To be eligible for the 2006 Healthy Sprouts
Awards, your school or organization must plan to garden in 2007 with
at least 15 children between the ages of 3 and 18. The selection of winners
is based on the demonstrated relationship between the garden program
and nutrition and hunger issues in the United States.This year we will
present awards to 25 schools or organizations. Each will receive:
• a $200 gift certificate to Gardener's Supply Company
• a literature and curriculum package from NGA (includes The Little Book
of Expert Tips, The Book of Tomatoes, The Book of Lettuce and Greens, Steps to
a Bountiful Kids’ Garden, and the Growing Ideas quarterly newsletter)
• NGA Supporter benefits for one year.
Applications must be postmarked no later than October
15, 2006.
STATE FARM GOOD NEIGHBOR SERVICE-LEARNING GRANT (US applicants only)
State Farm® and Youth Service America (YSA) know that students, teachers and schools can use service-learning as a tool to help youth build stronger academic skills, foster civic responsibility and develop leadership abilities. Service-learning is a teaching method that combines meaningful service and curriculum or program-based learning. Join millions of young people across the globe who are impacting their communities through service-learning.
Youth Service America and the State Farm Companies Foundation are offering the State Farm Good Neighbor Service-Learning Grant for youth across the United States. These grants of up to $1,000 support youth (ages 5-25), teachers, or school-based service-learning coordinators in implementing service-learning projects for National and Global Youth Service Day, April 20-22, 2007. To learn more, download an application and grant guidelines at www.YSA.org/awards or email
Projects can address any number of themes including the environment, disaster relief, health, teen issues, education, interfaith dialogue, intergenerational relationships, homelessness, and literacy, amongst others. Postmark Deadline: Oct. 16, 2006. State Farm Grant Introduction and Eligibility (3pgs.)(1 MB) pdf State Farm Grant Application (6pgs.) and Guidelines (6pgs.)(324 KB).doc MS Word Document
(to apply, please download BOTH documents)
DCAT "Making a Difference" Award
This award will recognize and honor excellence in a science program developed
and implemented by middle level science teachers, grades 6–8. Entries
must show innovative and effective teaching strategies combined with a science
program that has influenced students to explore and investigate science and
its application to global problems.
Award: $2,500 to be used to enhance or expand the winning science program. The
winning school's lead science teacher and principal will be awarded airfare and two
night's hotel accommodation to attend NSTA's National Convention Deadline: October 16, 2006. Late or faxed applications
will not be accepted.
The 2007 Harris Wofford Awards
RECOGNIZE OUTSTANDING YOUTH, ORGANIZATIONS AND MEDIA OUTLETS THAT CONTRIBUTE TO THIS NATION'S SPIRIT OF SERVICE.
Youth Service America is pleased to administer the prestigious 2007 Harris Wofford Awards, sponsored by State Farm Companies Foundation ®. Award Finalists will be honored and presented with an award of recognition at the 18th Annual National Service-Learning Conference in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The recipient in the Youth category will receive a $500 award for him/herself and a $500 award for the non-profit organization of his/her choice. Travel arrangements, including airfare and accommodation, will be provided for each award recipient. One award winner each will be chosen in the categories "Youth," "Organization," and "Media." Self-nominations are permitted. Further instructions and eligibility requirements are available at the Youth Service America website, www.YSA.org. To apply, download a nomination application at www.YSA.org/awards. Deadline: Oct.19, 2006
LEWIS HINE AWARDS FOR SERVICE TO CHILDREN AND YOUTHDeadline: October 25, 2006.
The Lewis Hine Awards, named after the renowned photographer Lewis Wickes Hine who documented early twentieth century exploitation of child labor, seek to identify not the one-time hero, but the individual who has made a commitment to the well-being, growth and development of youth either in a paid job or through volunteering. Five professionals and five volunteers will be recognized for their exceptional service to young people with an award of $1,000. Awardees will attend a media-covered ceremony on January 29, 2007 in New York City. Nomination forms available at http://www.nationalchildlabor.org/ Questions? Call: 212-840-1801.
ORGANIC
SCHOOL GARDEN CONTEST This contest was started 6 years ago
in Pennsylvania, the home of Kidsregen.org,
by The Rodale Institute to
inspire youth to garden organically, and to promote regenerative gardening
practices. Deadline: October
31. Students and teachers nationwide are invited to submit
an essay and poster that express how they use their organic school garden
as a learning tool, and its impact on the community. Three winning schools
will receive cash prizes of $250, $500 and $1,000. For entry guidelines
and information visit http://www.kidsregen.org/gardens/index.shtml.
2007
PROJECT LEARNING TREE
GREENWORKS! GRANTS FOR COMMUNITY-BASED ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECTS
Project Learning Tree (PLT) is the environmental education program of the
American Forest Foundation. The GreenWorks! grant program is PLT's service-learning
program that engages PLT educators and their students with their local community
in "learning-by-doing" neighborhood
improvement projects. Elementary through college-age students in 20 different
states design native plant gardens, restore streams and riparian habitat,
construct hiking trails, start composting projects, and investigate alternative
sources of energy. Proposals are due on October 31. Grants
up to $5,000 are available.
GREENWORKS! GRANTS FOR
ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION
GreenWorks!, the service-learning program of Project Learning Tree (PLT),
a national environmental education program, is accepting applications for
grants up to $5,000. The grants are available to schools and youth organizations
across the country for environmental neighborhood improvement projects that
involve youth with their community. The deadline to apply is October
31.
Archived November Grant Deadlines
INFORMAL SCIENCE
EDUCATION (ISE) GRANTS Deadline: Letter of intent
due: 11/5/04; Full proposal due: 1/6/05 The National Science Foundation
is seeking applicants for the Informal Science Education (ISE) program.
The ISE program invests in projects that develop and implement informal
learning experiences for individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Projects
are expected to demonstrate strategic impact, collaboration and innovation.
Awards may range from $100,000 to a maximum of $3 million. http://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2004/nsf04579/nsf04579.htm
California Mathematics and Science
Partnership (CaMSP) Grant Program The CaMSP program is intended
to enhance the content knowledge and teaching skills of classroom teachers
through professional learning activities and thereby increase the academic
achievement of students in mathematics (grade five through Algebra I)
and science (grades four through eight.) Core to the improvement efforts
sought by the CaMSP program are the partnerships developed between high-need
local education agencies and the mathematics, science, and/or engineering
faculties of institutions of higher education. The
application due date for the 2004-05 California Mathematics and Science
Partnership (CaMSP) Grant Program has been extended from October 25,
2004 to November 15, 2004.
US EPA ENVIRONMENTAL
EDUCATION GRANTS -
Solicitation Notice for Fiscal Year 2005 GrantsApplication
deadline: November 15, 2004. The
Grant Program sponsored by EPA's Office of Environmental Education supports
environmental education projects that enhance the public's awareness,
knowledge, and skills to help people make informed decisions that affect
environmental quality. Annual funding for the program ranges between
$2 and $3 million, with most grantees receiving less than $15,000. To
learn more and apply, go to http://www.epa.gov/enviroed/grants.html.
JIMINY CRICKET’S ENVIRONMENTALITY
CHALLENGEDeadline: Monday, November
15: Jiminy Cricket’s Environmentality Challenge,
sponsored by the Disney Corporation, provides an opportunity for fifth
grade classes in the state of California to “think green” by
encouraging students to think and act for the environment at school,
home and in their community. The Jiminy Cricket’s Environmentality
Challenge involves a two-part program consisting of the pledge and the
class project competition. At either level of competition, the Jiminy
Cricket’s Environmentality Challenge can easily incorporate California
State Content Standards into your existing curriculum by using the environment
as a context to strengthen your students’ skills and knowledge
in language arts, science and mathematics while learning meaningful environmental
concepts. For more information, visit http://www.jceckids.org/ or
call (800) 290-0299.
ENVIRONMENTAL
EXCELLENCE AWARDSDeadline: Tuesday,
Nov. 30 The SeaWorld/ Busch Gardens/ Fujifilm Environmental
Excellence Awards recognize the outstanding efforts of K-12 students and
teachers across the country who are working at the grassroots level to
protect and preserve the environment. The award eligibility criteria have
recently been expanded to recognize and reward community groups who are
also protecting the Earth. This is an awards program, not a grant; project
applicants should demonstrate significant accomplishments that have occurred
prior to the application deadline. For more information, check out http://www.seaworld.org/conservation-matters/eea/index.htm.
2005
LORRIE OTTO SEEDS
FOR EDUCATION GRANT PROGRAM Applicants: Schools, nature centers and other non-profit and not-for-profit
places of learning including houses of worship Deadline:Tuesday, Nov. 15
The Lorrie Otto Seeds for Education Grant program gives small monetary grants
to schools, nature centers or other non-profit educational organizations for
the purpose of establishing outdoor learning centers. Maximum Award: Funds
will be provided only for the purchase of native plants and seed. For more
information, visit http://www.for-wild.org/seedmony.htm.
YOUTH GARDEN GRANT Grade/Applicants: Schools, youth groups, community centers, camps,
clubs, treatment facilities and intergenerational groups Deadline:November 1
The National Gardening Association is delighted to announce that The Home
Depot has returned as their Youth Garden Grants sponsor for 2006. Over the
last 22 years, NGA's Youth Garden Grants program has helped more than 1.2
million youngsters reap rewards and vital life lessons from working in gardens
and habitats, and thanks to the generosity of The Home Depot, we can reach
many more eager young learners. For more information, visit http://garden.garden.org/home.
NEW! SEAWORLD/BUSCH
GARDENS/FUJIFILM ENVIRONMENTAL EXCELLENCE AWARDS
We're pleased to announce the 2006 SeaWorld/Busch Gardens/Fujifilm Environmental
Excellence Awards. Since 1993, the awards have recognized the outstanding
efforts of students and teachers across the country who are working at the
grassroots level to protect and preserve the environment. In fact, in the
past decade, we've awarded $1.3 million to more than 125 schools in 40 U.S.
states and territories. In 2004, the awards program was expanded to include
community groups who are protecting planet Earth. Eight projects will be
selected.
Each winning group will receive:
$10,000 to benefit the award-winning project
All-expenses-paid trip for three (3) students and one (1) adult leader
to SeaWorld Orlando for a special awards event
Fujifilm digital camera for use by award-winning group
100 T-shirts to share with school and community partners
Award trophy and certificates for every student/group leader participant
From the eight projects, one (1) outstanding environmental educator/leader
will be recognized. That educator will receive:
$5,000
All-expenses-paid trip for themselves and one (1) guest to SeaWorld
Orlando for a special awards event
Fujifilm digital camera
All-expenses-paid trip to the 2006 National Science Teachers Association
(NSTA) national conference
Award trophy and certificate
This is an awards program, not a grant. Project applicants should be able
to demonstrate significant accomplishments that have occurred prior to
the Wednesday, November 30, 2005 deadline. ALL ENTRIES MUST BE RECEIVED BY
5 PM ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2005.
Archived November 2006 Grant or Contest Deadlines
Target Launches New Field Trip Grants ProgramDeadline: November 1, 2006
As part of the Target commitment to supporting education, the new Target Field Trip Grants program will award U.S. educators grants of $1,000 each to fund a field trip for their students. Target Field Trip Grants may be used to fund trips ranging from visits to art museums and environmental projects to cultural events and civic experiences. Up to eight hundred grants will be awarded. Grants are awarded to educators, teachers, principals, para-professionals, and/or classified staff. Applications must be submitted electronically between September 1, 2006, and November 1, 2006. Only one submission per applicant will be accepted. Visit the Target Web site for complete program information and the online application form.
YOUTH GARDEN GRANT Grade/Applicants: Schools, youth groups, community centers, camps,
clubs, treatment facilities and intergenerational groups Deadline:November 1
The National Gardening Association is delighted to announce that The Home
Depot has returned as their Youth Garden Grants sponsor for 2006. Over the
last 22 years, NGA's Youth Garden Grants program has helped more than 1.2
million youngsters reap rewards and vital life lessons from working in gardens
and habitats, and thanks to the generosity of The Home Depot, we can reach
many more eager young learners.
LORRIE OTTO SEEDS
FOR EDUCATION GRANT PROGRAM Applicants: Schools, nature centers and other non-profit and
not-for-profit places of learning including houses of worship Deadline: November 15
The Lorrie Otto Seeds for Education Grant program gives small monetary grants
to schools, nature centers or other non-profit educational organizations for
the purpose of establishing outdoor learning centers. Maximum Award: Funds will
be provided only for the purchase of native plants and seed. For more information,
visit http://www.for-wild.org/seedmony.htm.
Whale
Tail Grants Program; Application Deadline: November 15:
The California Coastal Commission's Whale Tail Grants Program for schools
and nonprofits to apply for funding to support programs that encourage
people to value and take action to improve the health of California's
coast, marine life, or inland watersheds, with an emphasis on reaching
underserved students and members of the public. Educational beach maintenance
and coastal habitat restoration programs are also eligible. Applicants
may request any amount up to $50,000; 25-50% of the funding will be allocated
in small grants under $10,000. See http://www.coastforyou.org for
more details, or call (800) Coast-4U. http://www.coastal.ca.gov/publiced/plate/GuideWTgrants2004-5.pdf
ENVIRONMENTAL
EXCELLENCE AWARDSDeadline: Nov.
30 The SeaWorld/ Busch Gardens/ Fujifilm Environmental Excellence
Awards recognize the outstanding efforts of K-12 students and teachers across
the country who are working at the grassroots level to protect and preserve
the environment. The award eligibility criteria have recently been expanded
to recognize and reward community groups who are also protecting the Earth.
This is an awards program, not a grant; project applicants should demonstrate
significant accomplishments that have occurred prior to the application deadline.
For more information, check out http://www.seaworld.org/conservation-matters/eea/index.htm.
Archived December Grant Deadlines
COLUMBIA FOUNDATION GRANT for
Sustainable Communities and Economies Deadline: December 1
The Columbia Foundation awards grants to enhance the quality of life through
the arts, to advance human rights and to create sustainable communities and
economies. The goal of the sustainable communities and economies grant is
to advance community and economic development programs that work to secure – for
the present and future, and within the means of nature – a just and
equitable life for all species. This includes promotion of sustainable food
systems that work toward protection of natural resources and biodiversity
and the viability of marine ecosystems and fisheries. Priority is given for
local San Francisco Bay area and California statewide projects. For more
information, visit http://www.columbia.org/.
The Stewardship Council is
a collaborative land conservation and youth investment foundation. Our mandate
includes evaluating and providing recommendations for the conservation of
over 140,000 acres of watershed lands (currently owned by PG&E) spread
across 22 counties, as well as developing and implementing community-based
park and environmental education opportunities for underserved youth.
Studies show that young people benefit significantly from compelling and
consistent outdoor experiences, whether in urban or wilderness settings.
The outdoors uniquely transforms individuals through personal, social, and
academic growth. Unfortunately, many underserved youth do not have access
to these life-changing experiences. To respond to this unmet need, the Stewardship
Council will invest in organizations that seek to improve the lives of underserved
youth through greater access to outdoor experiences. In 2006, our inaugural funding year, we are targeting
a total investment of $2.6 million to support parks and programs aimed
at connecting California youth to the outdoors. Our grant awards are
expected to total approximately $2.25 million. The Stewardship Council
expects to invest another $350,000 in Youth Investment Program development
work – such as convening, education and research, and evaluation
and reporting – for a total of $2.6 million. First
round applications Deadline: December 16, 2005 http://www.stewardshipcouncil.org/
Olympus and
Tool Factory Grants Deadline: December
30, 2005 or June 2, 2006 Grants sponsored by Olympus America Inc.
and Tool Factory Inc. are available for K-12 educators who demonstrate
creative use of digital cameras and software. Each grant recipient will
win $3,500 in prizes, which include digital cameras, software, and a
$500 cash award. http://www.toolfactory.com/olympus_contest/
Captain Planet Foundation
Grants Applicants: School and community groups. Deadlines
for submitting grant applications are March 31, June 30, September 30,
and December 31. The Captain Planet Foundation provides grants to support
hands-on environmental projects. The objective of the Foundation is to
encourage innovative programs that empower children and youth around
the world to work individually and collectively to solve environmental
problems in their neighborhoods and communities. Grant rewards up to
$2,500 are available. http://www.captainplanetfdn.org/
2004
2005 YOUTH
GARDEN GRANTS For the 22nd year, NGA will award Youth Garden
Grants to schools and community organizations with child-centered outdoor
garden programs. Award packages include seeds, tools, garden products,
and educational resources generously donated by companies in the lawn
and garden industry. Priority will be given to proposals emphasizing
1) an educational focus and/or curricular ties (if applicant is a formal
education program), 2) nutrition or plant-to-food connections, 3) environmental
awareness/education, 4) entrepreneurship, or 5) social aspects of gardening
such as leadership development, teambuilding, community support, or service-learning.
Extended application deadline: December
1.
"Leaf It to
Us" TREE PLANTING GRANT OPPORTUNITY for schools and school districts The
California Dept. of Forestry and Fire Protection is pleased to announce
the availability of a new tree planting grant program designed for school
kids to improve their school environments. The new “Leaf-It-To-Us” planting
grants are available through: Urban Forestry Program, California Department
of Forestry and Fire Protection (CDF). Contact Herb Bunt, CDF Urban Forestry
Program Administrator at 916-651-6423 or
Internet applications are available at www.ufei.org by clicking on “grant
information.” Go
, or visit http://www.coastforyou.org. 
A+
Grant application already filled out for you! Grant
for Solar Projects!! Solar Schoolhouse/Rahus
Institute has written the A+ for Energy Grant for you, for getting
a grid-tie solar system at your outdoor school! The
proposal includes installing a gridtie solar electric system (1kW) -
we now have available discounted solar modules from the used market (they
are in excellent shape). Also, a solar fountain if you haven't already
done so. Hands-on materials, teacher training for your staff. etc. Please
add or edit any project information you'd like. more info on your particular
school, how many students visit, grade levels, which school districts
visit your school, etc.