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October 15, 2001
Grants, Contests, Etc.
By Compiled by Susan Brooks-Young
Looking for funds to make an innovative technology project possible? Seeking recognition for outstanding teachers or students in your district? Here's the latest scoop on some great opportunities.
Teachers of grades K-6 exhibiting exemplary skills in teaching earth science are eligible for the Barrick Goldstrike Exemplary Elementary Earth Science Teaching Award, sponsored by Barrick Goldstrike Mines, Inc. Candidates must have designed and taught earth science lessons or curricula using innovative hands-on earth science materials with students and promoted instructional programs in elementary earth science. The award winner will receive a laptop computer; $2,500 for classroom science materials or equipment; and all-expense-paid trips to the NSTA national conference and the Nevada Mining Association's Minerals Education Workshop. Nomination forms, due by November 15, are available at the Web site or through a fax-on-demand system at (888) 400-NSTA or (703) 312-9399.
Wallace-Readers' Digest sponsors the Ventures in Leadership program, providing grants from $5,000 to $50,000 to implement innovative, dynamic leadership programs for school administrators. Grant implementation may take place over two years. The grant is a part of the Wallace-Readers' Digest Leaders Count initiative, intended to support the improvement of classroom learning, strengthen the preparation of talented educators to become school leaders, and improve the conditions under which administrators work. Applications may be submitted through November 30. Information is available at Web site.
American Honda Foundation Grants range from $10,000 to $75,000; eligible applicants include K-12 schools and districts, education institutions, nonprofit scientific and education organizations, and national programs involved with curriculum development that encourage innovative education methods and techniques. Projects funded focus on math, science, the environment, and technology. The foundation also supports youth job-training programs. Applications for the latest round of quarterly funds are due November 1. To obtain application materials, send a stamped, self-addressed envelope to: Kathy Carey, American Honda Foundation, P.O. Box 2205, Torrance, CA 90509. Additional information can be found at the Web site.
Handspring Foundation Cash Grants range from $1,000 to $25,000 and can be renewed for up to three years. Grants are made to nonprofit organizations that focus on pre-K-12 education, particularly at-risk, underserved populations. After-school programs are a priority, and technology use is one focus area. Funding is also available for technical assistance or organizational effectiveness grants that may be used to bring in consultants, provide staff development, or support strategic planning. All application information is available at the Web site. Grants are awarded quarterly; the fall deadline is November 1.
IBM Corporation offers Education Grants through its Corporate Community Relations Program. Although IBM initiates most of the grant proposals, unsolicited proposals that focus on education and technology are also considered, and a small amount of money is available for adult education projects. Priority is given to requests involving IBM technology or the volunteer efforts of IBM employees. Apply for local projects by visiting the Web site. For all other projects contact: Vice President, Corporate Community Relations, IBM Corporation, New Orchard Rd., Armonk, NY 10504. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Pfizer Foundation Grants are awarded to programs that target health care or science and engineering education. The company generally funds projects that are sustained, long-term initiatives. Although unsolicited proposals are seldom funded, the foundation does accept letters of inquiry throughout the year. The requirements for the two-page letter are posted on the Web site; an inquiry is worthwhile if your project is a good match with the foundation's goals and objectives. For complete details on the kinds of projects supported by the foundation as well as directions about the application process, visit the Web site
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