Grants ranging from $35,000 to $50,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for grassroots projects that empower girls and women living in extreme poverty. Applications are invited for projects that promote good health, economic self-sufficiency, and education in developing countries. Dining for Women is an educational givin...

Prize of $10,000 to a USA K-12 school to enhance the quality of STEM education. The prize money will be used for a science lab makeover, or for the purchase of STEM-related supplies, technology, and equipment. Teachers are invited to enter their school in the sweepstakes during the open period.

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, public schools, and libraries to support a wide range of community and environmental causes. Funding is intended for, but not limited to the focus areas of education, human services, disaster relief, health, arts, and culture. The Foundation makes both program and operating grants and...

Grants ranging from $10,000 to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and universities to promote wildlife conservation and protection. Program areas broadly include habitat protection, species research, animal rescue and rehabilitation, and conservation education. ...

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA nonprofits for programs which benefit animals and their caregivers. A Letter of Introduction must be submitted by January 31, 2018. Funding is intended to provide support to organizations who work with animals to continue their work, help them offer additional services, or expand their reach t...

Grants ranging from $2,000 to $27,000 to USA full-time K-12 teachers and educators to support creative projects in classrooms throughout the country. Funding must be used to further the projects, as described in the submitted application, within the school or school system. Each of the 100 finalists will receive an awa...

Grants to USA nonprofits in multiple states for activities in the areas of economic development, neighborhood revitalization, arts and culture, and learning through play. Funding is intended for programming, operational expenses, and capital projects that benefit local communities where the Funding Source operates (See Add...

Grants ranging from $500 to $5,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for activities that mitigate the environmental impact of humans on the planet. The Company aims to cultivate relationships with those who are looking to make an impact to help inspire others to joyously embrace sustainable choices. Program areas include yout...

Grants of $2,500 to USA, Canada, and International individuals, groups, school districts, universities, and public institutions for specific programs that enhance geography education in schools. Funding should be used to promote geographic literacy at the classroom, district, or statewide level; and to encourage the integr...

Awards to USA public school educators who are members of the funding source association to recognize and reward excellence in teaching. This prestigious award program promotes advocacy for the profession and honors public education and the dedicated members of the sponsoring association. Criteria for national awards includ...

Awards to USA and Canada language arts educators in eligible regions to acknowledge published research-based works that promote the development of English Language Arts teachers. Eligible works may be from any educational level, scope, or setting. Studies eligible for consideration are those published between January 1, 20...

Grants of up to $5,000 and grants starting at $5,000 to USA six through twelfth-grade individual teachers and teams of teachers at public and nonprofit private schools for creative classroom-based projects in math and science. Previous grants have funded mentoring programs, electronics courses, and biochemical research pro...

Grants starting at $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations to promote better learning, economic, and health outcomes for children ages 0-8, with an emphasis on vulnerable communities. This program supports advocacy, policymaker leadership, and research to achieve these goals. The Alliance for Early Success is a catalyst...

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA, Canada, and International researchers who are affiliated with a college, university, school district, nonprofit research facility, or nonprofit cultural institution for small research projects to improve education. Applicants must have earned a doctorate degree in an academic discipline or p...

Grants ranging from $5,000 to $50,000 to USA nonprofit organizations in eligible cities to benefit the Foundation's employees where they live and work. Interested applicants must contact the funding source prior to application with a brief description about organizational and funding goals. Funding is intended for program...

Awards of $7,500 and one award of $15,000 to recognize outstanding USA K-12 and college educators who have brought creativity and passion to their classrooms as they teach students about entrepreneurship and the free enterprise system. These awards will be given to teachers at the elementary, junior high school, high scho...

Grants averaging less than $7,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribal governments, and schools for programs in hunger relief and housing or shelter for homeless individuals and those experiencing domestic violence. Funding is primarily intended to help organizations expand and improve their fa...

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Jewish college graduates to teach English in low-income communities throughout Israel. The goal of this program is to close Israel’s educational gap and positively impact underperforming youth. Fellows will serve to advance the English communicative skills of Israeli students...

Awards to USA and Canada K-12 teachers and educators in multiple states and provinces to recognize outstanding contributions to earth sciences education. Nominations are invited on behalf of exemplary teachers who have made positive contributions to pre-college education. The Outstanding Earth Science Teacher Awards pr...

Grants of $2,000 to USA schools and grants of $10,000 to USA school districts that participate in the Country's National School Lunch Program (NSLP). Funding will be provided to schools to create lunchroom programs that enable students to taste fresh vegetables and fruits. Goals of the programs are to: - Increase st...

Grants of $15,000 to USA nonprofits, schools, and agencies to purchase playground equipment to construct or renovate a playground. Priority will be given to applicants that serve children from low-income communities. Special consideration is also given to communities that have been impacted by a disaster. Competitive a...

Grants of up to $500 to USA K-12 schools for field trips to an art museum in Wilmington, Delaware. Applicants may request support for student admissions to the museum, as well as reimbursement for transportation costs. Applications will be considered from public, private, and parochial schools in any State.

Grants to USA and territories nonprofits, for-profits, government agencies, IHEs, and certain qualified individuals for research addressing violence and safety in the nation’s schools. Applicants are advised to create or verify the required registrations well in advance of the proposal deadline. Overview: The Comp...

Grants to West Central Minnesota nonprofit organizations to benefit communities within the funding source’s service area of Pope, Stevens, Douglas, Stearns, Ottertail, Grant, and Todd counties. Program areas include economic development, community services, youth and education, disaster relief, and the environment. ...

Grants to USA nonprofits, for-profits, IHEs, and government agencies to promote computer science and computational thinking educational opportunities for PreK-12 students. Proposals are invited for researcher-practitioner partnerships that aim to increase participation in CS and CT formal STEM learning all all grade levels...

Grants ranging from $1,000 to $20,000 to USA nonprofits for museums, cultural, and performing arts programs; schools, hospitals, educational and skills training programs, and programs for youth, seniors, and the handicapped; environmental and wildlife protection activities; and other programs that address community needs. ...

Grants ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations and schools to benefit youth in communities where the funding source has a business presence. Focus areas include arts education programs and academic programs, including tutoring. Qualifying programs must serve youth in grades K-12. This gr...

Grants of $1,000 and grants of $2,500 to USA nonprofit organizations, libraries, schools, and universities for programs and activities that raise awareness about censorship issues and intellectual freedom. Proposed activities must take place during the week of September 23rd through the 29th, during the annual Banned Book...

Grants ranging from $500 to $15,000 to Clay County, Minnesota, and Cass County, North Dakota nonprofit organizations, churches, schools, and government agencies to benefit local communities. Program areas include community building, education, basic human needs, and arts and culture. Community Building: The Foundati...

Grants ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 to North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, Southwest Florida, and Manitoba nonprofit organizations, local government agencies, and schools to improve facilities used by youth baseball or softball programs. Funding may be requested for the construction and renovation of ...

Grants of up to $25,000 to Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Western Wisconsin nonprofit organizations and government agencies to promote early childhood health. Initial applications are due May 11. The funding source seeks proposals that focus on developing healthy families to foster optimal growth and developmen...

Grants to Minnesota libraries, museums, historical societies, archives, and other nonprofit or governmental agencies for the preservation of the state’s cultural heritage resources. Applicants should contact program staff prior to applying. This program will cover the cost of digitizing qualifying materials. This prog...

Grants to Minnesota nonprofits, governmental organizations, and schools for projects that improve the quality of life in Todd and Wadena Counties. Funded projects should fall in the areas of disaster relief, economic development, community service, environment, education, and youth. The following factors will be conside...

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA K-8 teachers to incorporate agricultural projects into the classroom curriculum. This may involve setting up a compost system for the classroom, an educational garden, worm bins, and other projects that connect students with agriculture and the environment. Examples of Possible Projects: ...

Award to a USA, Canada, or International group to recognize outstanding contributions to K-12 history education. Nominations are invited on behalf of a group which has contributed to elementary, middle, and secondary history education including specific initiatives and career contributions.

Scholarships to USA teachers, school psychologists, and school counselors working in Title I schools to participate in a unique professional development opportunity. Applications are invited from professionals who are committed to helping gifted children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. NAGC Miss...

Grants of up to $4,000 to USA nonprofits, K-12 schools, colleges and universities, and public libraries to promote literacy for youth in states where the funding source has a business presence. Funding is intended to support literacy programs that target K-12 students who are: - Below grade level readers; - Readers wit...

Grants ranging from $500 to $3,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies for programs and services that aim to meet the educational needs of children and youth experiencing homelessness. Funding is intended to remove barriers for homeless youth to participate in school and to improve studen...

Awards starting at $25,000 to recognize the founders of USA nonprofit social impact organizations that serve low and middle-income women and children. The organization's mission must have a primary objective related to improving health, education, esteem, or related to social reform. These Awards are intended to recogni...

Grants to USA K-12 public school teachers to support innovative educational projects that have the potential to prepare students for the future and make a lasting impact on the community. Teachers will enter this contest with their ideas and compete for grants during a public voting period in October 2018. Previously f...

Grants of $2,500 to USA K-12 teachers for projects to enhance the quality of classroom education. Please note that teachers must be nominated prior to entering the contest; self-nominations are allowed. Winners will be decided during a public voting period. The winning teachers will receive a grant for the purchase of clas...

Residencies for USA, Canada, and International documentarians, journalists, and nonfiction writers working at the professional level about important issues. The fundng source places particular emphasis on topics relating to the most critical and current issues that include, but are not limited to, war and conflict; social...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to promote, preserve, and advance American Indian culture and self-sufficiency. Funding will be provided for programs that focus on the development of American Indian entrepreneurism, facilitating American Indian education (particularly college, graduate, and post-graduate education), ...

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for a broad range of programs and projects that aim to promote the welfare of the public. The funding source responds to requests that are deemed most appropriate to promote education, the arts, social welfare, medical research, and religion as determined by the Board...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life in communities where the Funding Source operates. Initiatives should focus on disaster relief, helping children and families, access to medical and health services, services for U.S. troops, pharmacy education, and education for underserved youth. The pro...

Grants ranging from $2,500 to $7,500 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, IHEs, school districts, and special districts to restore and enhance coastal resources throughout the Lake Superior shore. This program enables local communities, organizations and agencies to balance protection of coastal resou...

Grants typically ranging from $2,500 to $25,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for programs that promote economic and community wellbeing in the cities where the Funding Source is located. An eligibility survey must be completed between April and May 2018. Funding is intended for organizations in Arkansas, Arizona, Califor...

Grants of up to $10,000 to Minnesota and Wisconsin nonprofits and government agencies to improve the quality of life in the Winona region. Applicants must contact Foundation staff prior to submitting an application. Focus areas include health, social services, environment, civic or education issues, arts, and culture. Orga...

Grants to Twin Cities Metropolitan Area, Minnesota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and public schools to strengthen the economies of local communities. Program areas include financial education, small business development, and workforce development. Funding is also available to sponsor events that fall under ...

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations and IHEs for projects, general operating, and capital support. Funding is intended for education and higher education, health and human services, community needs, arts, and culture, and economic independence. Priority funding is intended for the following areas: Economic ind...