GrantsAlert.com

Teachers Rock...  

ISSUE 3 February 15, 2011 

 

You and the kids are too important to have to wait on me to build my new site.  So, while the GrantsAlert.com site is being rebuilt I can still monitor, gather and deliver new funding opportunites via this email list.  That's my plan and I will do this every week until the new site is launched.

 

If you have any questions, just email me at [email protected] or call me at 1.800.761.0907.

 

Thank you for all your support and encouragement,

 

Joe Mizereck                        Make a Donation

 

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I Love This Opportunity(Reminder)

U.S Dept. of Education

The Institute of Education Sciences announces its interest in considering unsolicited applications for research, evaluation, statistics, and knowledge utilization projects that would make significant contributions to the mission of the Institute.

The Institute's mission is to conduct and support rigorous education statistics, research, and evaluation in order to provide reliable information about the condition of education, education practices that improve academic achievement and the effectiveness of federal and other education programs, policies and practices. Unsolicited applications are defined as those that are not eligible for funding under the Institute's current grant competitions. The Institute's current grant competitions are those for the fiscal year (FY2011), both open and closed, which are described at http://ies.ed.gov/funding/

Funding Available: The Institute expects that relatively low levels of funding will be available for these projects. Typical awards will be in the range of $25,000 to $200,000 (total cost) per year for 1 to 3 years. Larger budgets and longer award periods will be considered if a compelling case can be made for such support. The size of the award depends on the scope and significance of the project

TIMELINE: A prospectus may be submitted at any time during the fiscal year. However, to be assured consideration for funding in FY 2011 (ending September 30, 2011), the prospectus must be received by 8:00 pm Eastern time on March 2, 2011.

Why do I love this opportunity?  Because it is the only DOE opportunity that offers support for projects outside the norm.  This is where educators who have great ideas for addressing issues not addressed by the department can present those ideas and get them considered and possibly funded...there should be more of this...much more.

Go for it...and good luck.


 

Yamaha Corporation of America

 Yamaha Young Performing Artists Program (YYPA)

The Yamaha Young Performing Artists Program (YYPA) recognizes outstanding young musicians from the world of classical, jazz and contemporary music. Winners of this competition will be invited to attend an all expense paid weekend awards ceremony at the Music for All™ Summer Symposium, receive a once in a lifetime performance opportunity in front of thousands of students with national press coverage, receive a recording and photos of the live performance, and participate in workshops designed to launch a professional music career. Winners also will enjoy many of the privileges of a Yamaha artist, including services and communication with Yamaha's artist relations department. The overall winner (chosen at the Summer Symposium) will also receive $5,000 in retail credit towards a professional model Yamaha instrument.

Application

Deadline: March 15,

Institute of International Education

Toyota International Teacher Program to Costa Rica

We are pleased to announce that the Toyota International Teacher Program is now accepting applications for the 2011 study tour to Costa Rica, which will take place from November 19 - December 3.

 Eligibility: Applicants must meet the following requirements to be eligible for participation in the program:  1.Hold U.S. citizenship, 2. Be employed full time as a classroom teacher or teacher-librarian for grades 7 - 12 (Note: Teachers who teach 6th grade as part of a Junior High or Middle School may be considered for the program. However, elementary school teachers are not eligible), 3. Teach in one of the 50 States or the District of Columbia and 3. Have at least three years of full-time teaching experience (by the program start date)

Questions: please feel free to call us at 1-877-832-2457 begin_of_the_skype_highlightingend_of_the_skype_highlighting or email us at [email protected]

Number of awards: 30

Deadline for applications: May 4, 2011

 

 

U.S Dept. of Justice

 Second Chance Act Adult Mentoring Grants to Nonprofit Organizations

Purpose: The Second Chance Act grant programs are designed to help communities develop and implement comprehensive and collaborative strategies that address the challenges posed by offender reentry and recidivism reduction. "Reentry" is not a specific program, but rather a research-driven process that starts when an offender is initially incarcerated and ends when the offender has been successfully reintegrated in his or her community as a law-abiding citizen.

The reentry process includes the delivery of a variety of research- and evidence-based program services in both a pre- and post-release settings, designed to ensure that the transition from prison or jail to the community is safe and successful. Mentoring of offenders can be a significant element of a successful reentry strategy.

All applications are due by 11:59 p.m. eastern time on April 21, 2011.

Eligibility: Applicants are limited to nonprofit organizations and federally recognized Indian tribes (as determined by the Secretary of the Interior). Applicants must adhere to all of the eligibility and funding requirements of the Second Chance Act and any additional requirements that may be established through appropriations measures.

For assistance with any other requirement of this solicitation, contact the BJA Justice Information Center at 1-877-927-5657 or via email to [email protected].

Contingent upon the availability of funds and the number of offenders projected to be served, awards of up to $300,000 will be made.  Pending the outcome of the FY 2011 appropriations process anticipated in March 2011, BJA may make as few as no awards or make multiple awards this fiscal year under this program.

 

 

 

James Madison Memorial Fellowship FoundationJames Madison Memorial Fellowships

Purpose:  As part of the James Madison Fellowship program, each Fellow attends the four-week Summer Institute on the Constitution held in July at Georgetown University. Fellows attend the Institute once they have been accepted to graduate school and they have taken several graduate courses.

The academic focus of the Institute is a graduate course entitled "The Foundations of American Constitutionalism." Taught by constitutional scholars, this course is a study of the principles, framing, ratification, and implementation of constitutional government in the United States.

To be eligible to apply for a fellowship, you must: 1. Be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national. 2.Be a teacher, or plan to become a teacher, of American history, American government, or social studies at the secondary school level (grades 7-12). 3. Possess a bachelor's degree or plan to receive a bachelor's degree no later than August 31 of the year in which you are applying. 4. Wait at least three years from the time that any previous graduate degree was awarded before applying for a James Madison Fellowship.

Number of awards: 50+

Value: $24,000

For general information, call 800-525-6928 begin_of_the_skype_highlightingend_of_the_skype_highlighting or Contact Us online.

The application must be completed online.

Due date: March 1, 2011

 

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Toyota and Discovery Education

TEEN DRIVING SAFETY: EDUCATORS' CHALLENGE

Purpose: The Teen Driving Safety: Educators' Challenge ("Contest"), which begins November 16, 2010 and ends March 1, 2011, provides teachers an opportunity to win the Toyota Driving Expectations program for their school. The Toyota Driving Expectations is a program designed to empower and educate teens and parents about driving and road safety through a unique combination of interactive hands on sessions and simulated defensive driving exercises.

ELIGIBILITY: Open to legal residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia who are 21 years of age and older and who are employed as high school teachers for Grades 9 through Grades 12 in accredited public schools in the United States that are organized and primarily operated for educational purposes, containing any class with students from Grade 9 through Grade 12, and being considered tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Service Tax Code or being registered as a public school with the National Center for Educational Statistics.

Awards: 2 First, valued at $100,000-$250,000 based on number of students participating Second, approximately $34,600 (2 virtual driving simulators)

Due Date: March 1, 2011

 

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Braitmayer Foundation

Braitmayer Foundation Education Grants

Purpose: The Foundation is interested in proposals utilizing innovative practices in K-12 education throughout the United States. Of particular interest are:

  • Curricular and school reform initiatives.
  • Preparation of and professional development opportunities for teachers, particularly those which encourage people of high ability and diverse background to enter and remain in K-12 teaching.

In addition, the Braitmayer Foundation provides modest support of activities in Marion, Massachusetts and surrounding communities which will improve the quality of life for residents in the area.

Eligibility: The Foundation is pleased to have its grants used anywhere in the United States as seed money, challenge grants, or to match other grants to the recipient organizations. The Foundation does not make grants to individuals, multiyear grants, nor grants for general operating, endowment purposes or building programs. Unless a small percentage of the total amount requested, normally the Foundation does not make grants for childcare, pre-kindergarten, or after school programs nor for equipment including hardware, software, and books. Presently, the Foundation has two mechanisms for making grants depending upon their size.

1. Grants up to $35,000
Applicants should submit a hard copy of the following documents due in the Foundation office by March 15th:

  • A two page Letter of Inquiry describing the proposed project, including timeframe. Please provide contact information, including email. Appendices should be limited
  • Proposed budget
  • Proof of 501 (c)(3) status or other tax-exempt ruling letter.

By August 1st, the trustees will invite selected organizations to submit full proposals due October 15th. Normally a representative of the Foundation will conduct a site visit prior to the end of February. Decisions will be announced by March 15th. Successful organizations must wait two years before reapplication.

2. Grants up to $10,000
Applicants should submit a hard copy of the following documents due in the Foundation office by March 15th:

  • A three page Proposal describing the project, including timeframe. Please provide contact information, including email. Appendices should be limited.
  • Proposed budget
  • Proof of 501 (c)(3) status or other tax-exempt ruling letter.

Due Date: March 15, 2011

 

 

 

American Chemical Society

ACS-Hach High School Chemistry Grant

Purpose: The ACS-Hach High School Chemistry Grant is awarded to high school chemistry teachers seeking funds to support ideas that transform classroom learning, foster student development, and reveal the wonders of chemistry. Teachers can request up to $1,500 for their ideas.

Since 2006, more than 300 ACS-Hach High School Chemistry grants have been awarded to teachers with innovative and exciting ideas. We offer grants for:

        Laboratory Equipment & Supplies

         Instructional Materials

  • Professional Development
  • Field Study
  • Science Outreach Events

Number of awards: Multiple

Due Date: April 1, 2011

 

HP and DoSomething.org

Green Your School Challenge

Purpose:  HP and DoSomething.org believe you have what it takes to Green Your School. Prove us right! Come up with a plan to green your school and put it into action. Sign up now to get started by texting GREEN to 30644 or visitingDoSomething.org/GreenYourSchool

Check this one out...your students will love it.

4 Winners get $1000 and a Laptop each and Grand Prize winner gets $5,000 and 5 Laptops

Deadline: April 1, 2011

Music Teachers....Check this out...DoSomething.org Battle of the Bands Contest.

The Grand Prize video will receive $5000 for their school music program and a trip for 5 to New York City to perform at the Do Something Awards kickoff event

Teachers...I need your ideas, please. 

 

I am developing another website JUST FOR TEACHERS.  The name of the website will be TeachersRock.com.  My goal is to gather GOOD STUFF for teachers, like discounts on cruises, FREE TICKETS to movies, discounts on vacations, restaurant GIVEAWAYS, FREE STUFF and so much more...

 

Why am I doing this? Simple.  I have a high regard, a deep respect for teachers (both my wife and I are former teachers) and the work you do to educate our sons and daughters...and you deserve our recognition and appreciation. 

 

So, here is where I need your help.  I need you to tell me the kinds of GOODIES you would like to see offered on my new website.  Feel free to tell me what you want and I will do my best to find those things and make them available to you.  From Disney tickets to Fellowships to great deals on cars...I am going to try my best to give you the one place in the world where you are #1 and everything is focused on YOU...America's Teachers...Because TeachersRock!!!!

 

Please email me at [email protected] 

 

Thank you for your help...And of course, if you would prefer to call me, go right ahead: 1.800.761.0907

Other inititiatives of Joe Mizereck:

www.3feetplease.com  My effort to save cyclists' lives

www.1MetrePlease.com For those who love to ride bicycles in metric countires

www.RoadGuardian.com A way for cyclists to know where to ride safely

www.RunningCamps.org For parents of runners...looking for summer running camps

www.VisitPortStJoe.com A place you won't want to leave

www.FLYRA.org Giving youth in Florida a way to live a healthy lifestyle

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