Follow the *links provided (to activate a link, "click" on the title of the grant program) or contact the EGUSD Grant Office (or 686-7797 ext. 7652) if you would like more information about the funding opportunities listed.

*The links are listed as a courtesy to our website visitors. While these sites are offered as a resource for our visitors, the EGUSD does not control the information contained in the linked websites and accepts no liability for any information.

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THE EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION OF AMERICA

EFA's educational funding focuses on supporting:

• underprivileged and at-risk children in grades pre-K through 12;
• offering college preparatory programs to the underserved;
• and extra curricular and after-school programs with a variety of themes, including literacy, computer skills, human rights, science and the environment.

Other programs supported by the Foundation include:

• professional and community education;
• developing innovative new curriculum;
• and assisting individuals with learning disabilities.

Funds: $15,000 to $300,000

Application Deadline: Online eligibility quiz and inquiry form. Full applications accepted by invitation only.

Contact: Diane Allison, Executive Director, The Educational Foundation of America, 35 Church Lane, Westport, CT 06880-3515; (203) 226-6498; dallison@efaw.org.

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FUNDS FOR AFTER SCHOOL AMATEUR RADIO PROGRAMS

The AARL Foundation is offering grants to support new after school projects promoting amateur radio among high-school age and younger students.

Groups that qualify for grants include high school radio clubs, youth groups, and general-interest radio clubs that sponsor subgroups of young people or otherwise make a special effort to get them involved in club activities. Grants will be made for such projects as securing equipment for antennas for club stations, purchasing training materials, supporting local service projects, and similar activities.

Funds: up to $1,000 - $3,000

Application Deadline: Applications accepted year-round

Contact: Mary M. Hobart, K1MMH, Secretary, The ARRL Foundation, 225 Main St., Newington, CT 06111-1494.

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THE LISA LIBRARIES

The Lisa Libraries donates new children's books and small libraries to organizations that work with children in poor and under served areas. Donations through the program have been made to support after school programs and day-care centers.

Funds: value of book donations

Application Deadline: Applications accepted year-round

Contact: The Lisa Libraries, 77 Cornell Street, Kingston, NY 12401; (845) 334-5559.

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PAYLESS SHOESOURCE FOUNDATION

The Payless Shoe Source Foundation's goal is to improve the quality of life in the communities where their customers live. The Foundation will support programs that achieve measurable results in these communities.

Funds: Varies

Application Deadline: Ongoing; Smaller grant requests (under $5,000) should be submitted 60 days prior to the donation due date. Larger grant requests (over $5,000) are reviewed on a quarterly basis.

Contact: Payless Shoe Source Inc., 3231 S.E. Sixth Ave., Topeka, KS 66607; (877) 452-7500.

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