Lilly Endowment's Comprehensive Counseling Initiative for Indiana K-12 Students

The aim of the Counseling Initiative is to increase significantly the number of K-12 students in Indiana who are emotionally healthy, realize academic success, graduate from high school, obtain valuable postsecondary credentials necessary for meaningful employment, and are prepared to compete and prosper in the global society in which they will live and work.

All Indiana public school corporations and charter schools are eligible to participate in the Counseling Initiative.

Planning grant proposals must be sent to the Endowment by regular or express mail postmarked no later than Dec. 15, 2016.

Planning grant funds are to be used to determine whether to submit an implementation grant proposal and, if so, for the preparation of such proposal. The planning grant amounts will be based on the enrollment size of each school corporation or charter school as follows: school corporations with student enrollments of 5,000 or more may request up to $50,000; school corporations with student enrollments of less than 5,000 may request up to $30,000; and charter schools may request up to $30,000. The number of enrolled students will be the number enrolled as of Feb. 1, 2016.The Endowment expects to notify applicants about planning grant approvals by Jan. 20, 2017.

Implementation grant proposals must be sent to the Endowment by regular or express mail postmarked no later than May 19, 2017.

Public school corporations and charter schools with enrollments of more than 1,000 students may request up to $100 per student enrolled. Applicants with enrollments of 1,000 or fewer may request up to $100,000, even though the amount exceeds $100 per student. Implementation grants may be used during a grant period beginning Oct. 1, 2017, through June 30, 2021. The number of enrolled students will be the number enrolled as of Feb. 1, 2016. The Endowment expects to notify applicants about implementation grant approvals by Sept. 30, 2017.

LEARN MORE:  http://www.lillyendowment.org/ed_ci.html  

+ Get more information and find out how you can partner with Indiana Youth Institute to help your school. IYI's role is to help schools plan, implement, evaluate and sustain innovative school counseling approaches that help students with academic, social and emotional, and college and career challenges:  https://www.iyi.org/comprehensive-counseling-initiative

Giving Sum is now accepting applications for its 2017 grant
Each year, Giving Sum awards one major grant to a not-for-profit organization serving central Indiana. For the 2016 grant award, applications are due by 5:00PM, Friday, December 9, 2016. Eligible not-for-profit organizations may submit one application to request a grant of $20,000 (money), volunteer hours (time), and advocacy efforts (voice) from Giving Sum to support general operations or special projects. The application and more information is available here. http://givingsum.org/grants/apply/

$10,000 Dollar General Afterschool Literacy Award
Kids must gain vital literacy skills to succeed in school, career and beyond. The Afterschool Alliance is partnering with the Dollar General Literacy Foundation to welcome nominations. This year's award focuses on English language learners and the ways afterschool programs ensure these students have the reading and writing abilities they need to thrive. Nominations are due by Dec. 16, 2016. http://afterschoolalliance.org/awards.cfm 
Watch Afterschool Alliance Webinar: What Reviewers Want: Insights on the Dollar General Afterschool Literacy Award http://afterschoolalliance.org/webinars.cfm  

Matching Grant Opportunity Available for Literacy Programming
Reading Is Fundamental is a non-profit focused on children's literacy. RIF believes that by providing children in need with access to books of their choosing, youth are empowered to embrace the world of reading and to develop a love of learning. RIF recently released a new matching grant opportunity to help enable schools and community organizations to implement their Reading for Success program during the 2016-2017 school year. Click HERE to read more about this opportunity for up to $10,000 in matching funds.

The Indy Eleven Foundation grants are available to Indiana organizations, schools and communities across Indiana. Organizations that provide soccer-related sports or recreational opportunities to the youth within their communities are eligible for these grants. The purpose of Indy Eleven Foundation is to make the game of soccer a possibility for youth across Indiana who may not have otherwise been given the chance due to lack of resources. Approved applicants will have the opportunity to receive a grant up to $10,000 to support their efforts. http://indyelevensoccerfoundation.com

Indiana Sports Corp Susan Williams CHAMPS Grants support organizations that provide underserved youth with the opportunity to participate in sports and fitness activities and teach life skills. Since the inception of the CHAMPS (Champions in Life) Grant program in 1988, nearly $2.1 million have been allocated to 233 youth organizations to support their sports programming and initiatives. Due January 15th. Grants range up to $7,500. More info HERE.

Mental Health America of Indiana - seeking proposals reflecting children's mental health projects for anyage from birth to transition age youth. Purpose of funding is to promote the month of May as Children'sMental Health Month and encourage communities to plan an activity during the spring months of 2017. Funding range from $1,000 to $3,000 and are due December 20. Click Here to download the application.  

Mini-Grants up to $2,500 available for Martin Luther King Day or Alternative Day
Serve Indiana is excited to recognize and encourage people to seek out imaginative ways to engage in their communities in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. It's about demonstrating to the nation that by working together, we have the fortitude to meet our challenges and accomplish our goals.
Serve Indiana encourages Day of Service projects that: (1) demonstrate community connections and use of local resources, (2) build capacity of local volunteer centers and national service programs through regional networking and co-planning of activities, and (3) increase national service participant and volunteer understanding and commitment to national service and volunteerism.
Application Deadline: Monday, November 21, 20106 at 5:00 p.m. (EST)
http://www.in.gov/serveindiana/2718.htm

The Puffin Foundation West seeks to open the doors of artistic expression by providing grants to artists and voices often excluded from mainstream opportunities due to race, gender, or social philosophy. To achieve that goal, the organization offers grants for arts projects that discuss a wide range of social and civil justice issues.
http://puffinwest.org/2016-grant-application/

The Brady Education Foundation seeks to close the achievement/opportunity gap for children at risk for poor school outcomes due to environmental factors associated with living in poverty. The Foundation pursues its mission by promoting collaboration between researchers and educators via the funding of program development and program evaluations in education. Currently, the Foundation is particularly focused on the development and evaluation of programs that are consistent with a strength-based approach and show promise of being feasible, effective and sustainable. More info HERE.

Walmart Foundation: Community Grant Program
Through the annual program, grants of up to $2,500 will be awarded to local nonprofit organization within the service area of individual Walmart stores. Grants will be awarded in the areas of hunger relief and healthy eating, sustainability, women's economic empowerment, and/or career opportunities. Due December 31st. http://giving.walmart.com/apply-for-grants/local-giving 

AAUW Community Action Grants provide funds for innovative programs or non-degree research projects (up to $10,000) that promote education and equality for women and girls. Special consideration is given to projects focused on K-12 and community college girls' and women's achievements in science, technology, engineering, or math. Deadline: January 15, 2017. Learn more HERE.

The Air Force Association awards grants of up to $250 to worthy projects that significantly influence student learning. The Educator Grant program promotes aerospace education activities in classrooms from kindergarten through twelfth grades. Deadline: November 18, 2016. Learn more HERE.

American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) Shade Structure Grant Program awards grants of up to $8,000 to public schools and non-profit organizations for installing permanent shade structures for outdoor locations that are not protected from the sun, such as playgrounds, pools or recreation spaces. Deadline: November 28, 2016. Learn more HERE.

Captain Planet Foundation support high-quality educational programs that engage children and youth in active hands-on projects that improve the environment in their schools and communities. Grant amount: $500 - $2,500. Preferential consideration for requests with at least 50% matching or in-kind funding. Deadline: January 31, 2017. Learn more HERE.

DuPont Pioneer Excellence in Agricultural Science Education Award provides awardees a $2500 grant for their classroom/program, up to $1000 paid travel expenses to attend the NSTA national conference on science education, mentoring with a DuPont Pioneer scientist, classroom resources from DuPont Pioneer, and access to a DuPont Pioneer product plant or research facility. Application deadline: December 15, 2016. Learn more HERE.

Saucony Run for Good Foundation is committed the prevention of childhood obesity and provides funding to optimize the impact of community organizations that promote running and healthy lifestyle programs for youth. Grants awarded up to $10,000. Deadline: December 15, 2016. Learn more HERE.

DuPont Pioneer's giving program focuses on preK-12 education, food security and community betterment. Amount: $5000 Contact your local DuPont Pioneer Representative for more information. More info HERE.

The Duke Energy Foundation provides philanthropic support to address the needs vital to the health of its communities. Annually, the Foundation funds more than $25 million in charitable grants, with a focus on education, environment, economic and workforce development and community impact. Learn more:  http://www.duke-energy.com/community/foundation.asp

American Honda Foundation Grants  The American Honda Foundation's funding priorities are STEM education, the environment, job training and literacy. Nonprofits, public school districts, private/public elementary and secondary schools are eligible to apply. Funding deadlines are February 1, May 1, August 1, and November 1 each year. The maximum award is $75,000.   http://www.honda.com/about?id=honda_foundations

Half Price Books
Need books for your classroom or program? Half Price Books will consider requests from nonprofit organizations and educators that focus on literacy, the environment, or education.
http://b.hpb.com/book-donations-request-form/ 

Fuel Up to Play 60 
The competitive, nationwide funding program can help your school jumpstart and sustain healthy nutrition and physical activity improvements. Funds can be used to conduct in-school promotions focused on creating a healthier school and to implement Healthy Eating and Physical Activity Plays. Funds can also be used for professional development, nutrition education materials, and physical education equipment & materials. https://www.fueluptoplay60.com/funding/general-information

Surdna Foundation 

The Surdna Foundation believes that art and culture training programs can help young people achieve their educational and career goals, and catalyze change in their communities. The Thriving Cultures Program therefore supports programs that successfully connect teens to artistically rigorous and culturally relevant programs that equip them with practical and life-enhancing skills. The Surdna Foundation value programs that prepare young, emerging artists to be creative and innovative leaders in their communities. Amount varies. More info HERE

Good Sports  

helps lay the foundation for healthy, active lifestyles by providing athletic equipment, footwear, and apparel to disadvantaged young people nationwide. By working closely with teams, coaches, and community leaders across the United States, the organization is able to focus on the respective needs of each individual program and help offset the main factors causing the greatest challenges. Good Sports is accepts applications on a rolling deadline from organizations and schools for equipment, apparel, and footwear for a wide range of sports. 

https://www.goodsports.org

 

The NEA Foundation is inviting applications for its Learning and Leadership Grants program. The program provides support to public school teachers, public education support professionals, and/or faculty and staff in public institutions of higher education through grants to individuals to fund participation in high-quality professional development experiences such as summer institutes or action research; or to groups for collegial study (including study groups, action research, lesson study, or mentoring experiences for new faculty or staff). To be eligible, applicants must be a public school educator in grades Pre-K-12; a public school education support professional; or faculty and staff members at a public institution of higher education. Preference will be given to members of the National Education Association. The grant amount is $2,000 for individuals and $5,000 for groups engaged in collegial study. All $5,000 group grant applicants must include partner information. Deadlines for applications are due February 1, June 1, and October 15. http://www.neafoundation.org/pages/learning-leadership-grants/

 

The Safeway Foundation supports nonprofit organizations whose mission is aligned with four priority areas: hunger relief, education, health and human services, and assisting people with disabilities. All organizations funded by The Safeway Foundation must serve the community where we operate stores. Amount: Varies. Deadline: Quarterly.  http://www.safewayfoundation.org/get-funded/what-we-fund.html