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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 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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DREYER'S FOUNDATION
Grants will be given to K-12 public education and programs that help students to succeed in core academic subjects and graduate to post secondary education and/or vocational training. Priority will be given to programs, either in-school or after school, which are provided in sequential, consistent basis to students throughout the year. Priority is given to programs that (1) affect a significant number of youngsters; (2) that teach young people how to learn; and (3) are unique and creative.
Large grant proposals (over $3,000) are reviewed on an annual basis and must be submitted prior to January 15th of each year. An organization may submit only one proposal annually.
Small grant proposals (under $3,000) are considered every month. To be considered, the application must arrive by the 7th day of the month, by 5:00 p.m.
Funds: Vary
Application Deadline: Small grant proposals are due on the 7th of every month and large grant proposals are due January 15.
Contact: Dryer's Foundation, 5929 College Avenue, Oakland, CA 94618 - Phone: (510) 450-4586 _________________________
EZRA
JACK KEATS FOUNDATION
The Ezra Jack Keats Foundation makes
mini-grants to school and public libraries for
programs that encourage literacy and creativity
in children. Programs that will be considered
include innovative and creative projects that involve art and children's literature. There is an application online that
can be completed and mailed to the Foundation.
Funds: $500
Application
Deadline: September 15th annually
Contact: Ezra Jack
Keats Minigrants, 450-14 Street, Brooklyn, NY
11215-5702
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INTERNATIONAL PAPER COMPANY FOUNDATION
The International Paper Company Foundation addresses existing and emerging educational needs, as well as short-term, critical civic needs where the company operates. In regard to education, the foundation focuses on environmental education, literacy, and minority career development.
Eligibility: 501(c)(3) organizations and certain municipal, county, state and federal entities, such as school districts.
Funds: $5,000
Application Deadline: Tri-annually, April, August and December. Visit the web site for additional information on deadlines and application material. www.internationalpaper.com
Contact: Kim Wirth, Executive Director, International Paper Company Foundation, 6400 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN 38197 - (800) 236-1996.
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PACIFICARE
FOUNDATION
PacifiCare Foundation's mission is to improve the quality of lives of the disadvantaged or under served in areas where PacifiCare Health Systems does business.
The foundation accomplishes its mission primarily through four focus areas including:
- Child/Youth - Including child care, youth activity programs, programs to support at-risk youth and counseling programs.
- Education - Including school programs that promote self-esteem, encourage academic achievement and the development of specific skills, literacy programs, and training programs.
- Human/Social Services - Including programs that provide housing, shelters, education, community development, crime prevention, food, transportation and other social services for targeted populations.
- Senior - Including senior social services, nutrition, education, volunteer, and adult daycare programs.
Proposal requirements are outlined in the foundation's grant guidelines available online http://www.pacificare.com/vgn/images/portal/cit_60701/127503Guidelines_for_Charitable_Giving.pdf
Funds: $2,000 to $10,000
Application Deadline: The foundation has established two annual funding cycles. Proposals must be received either by January 1 or July 1.
Contact: Riva Gebel, Director, PacifiCare Foundation, P.O. Box 25186, Santa Ana, CA 92799; (714) 825-5233
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TARGET
EDUCATION GRANTS
Target supports education through initiatives that focus on teachers and classrooms and early childhood reading. National programs include Take Charge of Education, a school fundraising program and the Target Field Trip Grants Program, designed to help teachers bring learning to life for students. Target also supports schools and educational organizations through local grant donations.
Funds: Varies.
Application
Deadline: September 1st through November 1st.
Contact: Target
Community Giving Hotline: (800) 316-6142
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VERIZON FOUNDATION
The Verizon Foundation is in the business of improving lives in literacy, knowledge and a readiness for the 21st Century.
Specifically, we help people to:
- Increase their literacy and educational achievement
- Avoid being an abuser or a victim of domestic violence
- Achieve and sustain their health and safety
Eligible organizations seeking grants from the Verizon Foundation must be prepared to track and report program outcomes as well as specific results that demonstrate measurable human impact. In the grant application, organizations must indicate what outcomes are targeted through programming and what results, as specified on the grant application, the organization will measure.
Funds: Varies. Averages $5,000 to $10,000
Application Deadline: accepts applications January 1 through October 31.
Contact: Alan Sabsevitz, Public Affairs Manager, Verizon 1796 North I Street, San Bernardino, CA 92405
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