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NEW GRANT & FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES

ECS: Corporate Award
The Education Commission of the States Corporate Award recognizes a for-profit corporation, nonprofit organization, or foundation that has demonstrated a sustained commitment to improving public education in the United States. The award is presented to organizations or companies that support improvement consistent with ECS' mission and priorities, support promising practices for all students, particularly those who are currently not well-served by the education system, and enjoy broad-based support in the states or communities in which they operate. Maximum award: recognition. Deadline: October 24, 2009.
>http://www.ecs.org/ecsmain.asp?page=/html/aboutECS/Awards.htm

McDonald's USA: Champion Kid Correspondents
McDonald's USA is offering the chance for 10 young people from across the country to attend the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games in February 2010 as a McDonald's Champion Kid and hometown correspondent. Maximum award: a trip to Vancouver, Canada for 4 days and 3 nights for winner and parent or legal guardian to the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games to attend events, meet athletes, tour cultural sites of Canada, meet other participants from around the world, and as serve as a McDonald's Champion Kid Correspondent. Champion Kid Correspondents report back to their friends, family, and the world all about what they are experiencing at the Olympic Winter Games by posting online journals, videos, and photos. Eligibility: American youth ages 11-14. Deadline: October 30, 2009.
http://www.mcdonalds.com/championkids

Payless ShoeSource: Holiday Giving Campaign
Payless ShoeSource's 2009 Holiday Giving Campaign provides new shoes to children in need throughout the United States. Payless will award allotments of $15 merchandise gift coupons to nonprofit organizations in order for its clients to receive new shoes for the holiday season. Maximum award: varies. Eligibility: 501(c)3 organizations in the U.S. and registered charities in Canada that serve disadvantaged children in an area where Payless stores are easily accessible. Deadline: October 30, 2009.
http://www.paylessgives.com

College Board: Bob Costas Grants
Bob Costas Grants support exceptional teachers who through their innovative teaching methods motivate their students to write. Winning teachers are awarded grants to enhance successful projects currently under way. Projects can be carried out in school (public or nonpublic), through an after-school writing workshop, or during a summer program. Maximum award: $2,000. Eligibility: Teachers from all academic disciplines grades 6-12. Deadline: November 20, 2006.

AAPT: High School Physics Teacher Grant
The American Association of Physics Teachers High School Physics Teacher Grant will reward a proposal designed to result in better teaching practice, student understanding and interest, and increased class enrollment. The proposal may use a new teaching method or an adaptation of an existing idea. Maximum award: $500. Eligibility: members of AAPT. Deadline: December 1, 2009.
New Leaders for New Schools
New Leaders for New Schools is a national organization promoting high levels of academic achievement for every child by attracting, preparing, and supporting the next generation of outstanding leaders for our nation's urban public schools. New Leaders is currently accepting applications for candidates who meet their 10 selection criteria and want to lead change for children in low-income communities by becoming urban public school principals. Eligibility: Applicants must have a record of success in leading adults, an expertise in K-12 teaching and learning, a relentless drive to lead an excellent urban school, and an unyielding belief in the potential of every child to achieve academically at high levels. Deadline: eligibility verification -- October 15, 2009; full application -- February 2, 2010.
http://ysa.org/

YSA: UnitedHealth HEROES
UnitedHealth HEROES service-learning grants support youth-led innovative solutions to childhood obesity. Service-learning is a teaching and learning strategy that combines meaningful service to the community with a school-based curriculum or with program-based learning. Projects must engage youth ages 5-25 in the planning and implementation process and take place during Semester of Service 2010 (MLK Day, January 18, to Global Youth Service Day, April 23-25). Eligibility: Educators, service-learning coordinators, community groups or organizations, and students in the health professions. Deadline: October 22, 2009.
VFW: National Citizenship Education Teachers' Award
The VFW's National Citizenship Education Teachers' Award recognizes the nation's top elementary, junior high, and high school teachers who teach citizenship education topics regularly and promote America's history and traditions. Maximum award: $1,000. Eligibility: teachers K-12. Deadline: November 1, 2009.
http://www.vfw.org/index.cfm?fa=cmty.leveld&did=1832

SeaWorld/Busch Gardens Environmental Excellence Awards
The 2010 SeaWorld/Busch Gardens Environmental Excellence Awards recognize the outstanding efforts of students and teachers across the country who are working at the grassroots level to protect and preserve the environment. Since this is an awards -- not grant -- program, entrants must demonstrate significant accomplishments that have occurred prior to the submission deadline. Maximum award: $10,000. Eligibility: schools (grades K-12) and community groups. Deadline: November 20, 2009.
http://www.swbg-animals.org/conservation-matters/eea/about.htm

General Mills Foundation: Champions for Healthy Kids
The General Mills Foundation Champions for Healthy Kids grant program encourages communities in the United States to improve the eating and physical activity patterns of young people, ages 2-20. Grants will be awarded to nonprofit organizations and agencies working with communities that demonstrate the greatest need and likelihood of sustainable impact on young people's nutrition and activity levels through innovative programs. Maximum award: $10,000. Eligibility: 501(c)3, community-based groups. Deadline: January 15, 2010.
http://www.generalmills.com/corporate/commitment/champions.aspx
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