Build A Bear has starting accepting grant applications for children with special needs. The grant awards range from $1000-$5000 with an average of $1500. You must be a tax exempt organization. They fund: “Individual Project grants – These grants are generally for one-time purchases or to fulfill a short-term need, such as the purchase of […]
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention announced a grant opportunity this week for improving the health of people with intellectual disabilities. According to the website it states that ” The purpose of this program is to fund activities for people with intellectual disabilities (ID) that identify comorbid conditions and poor health behaviors and […]
Collective Brands Foundation is offering grant money to non profit organization with programs that involve children’s physical activity and fitness or improving the lives of children and youth in need. They also consider sponsorship requests if you live in certain areas (NYC and greater Boston area are two locations along with others). Grants can be […]
LEGO grants are available on a quarterly basis for programs that encourage creativity, technology and communication projects. The next grant application is due by January 15th. Here is some information from the website: Local and national communities, organizations and groups who cater to children ages birth – 14, with special consideration for the following: * […]
Are you interested in starting a golf program that includes individuals with and without disabilities? If so, there is a grant available from the United States Golf Association (USGA). Partnering with the National Alliance for Accessible Golf, the USGA is offerring a maximum award of $20,000. It is open to tax exempt non profits, schools […]
Clorox is offering a $50,000 grant for a school that will make a difference and give students opportunities through exploring, creating and playing. Nominate your school and get the most votes and you can win $50,000 for your program. There are three categories: 1. Play – encourage children to get out and play with playgrounds […]
What child does not like Build A Bear? Well, now therapists might like Build A Bear even more than the children. They are offering grant money for: “direct support for children in the areas of health and wellness such as childhood disease research foundations, child safety organizations, and organizations that serve children with special needs” […]
ING has started accepting applications for the ING Unsung Heroes Awards Program. This application is due on April 30, 2012. Here is some info from their website: “The ING Unsung Heroes® program recognizes those classroom heroes who take teaching to new heights and make learning fun. Each year, ING presents 100 grants totaling $240,000 to […]
The P. Buckley Moss Foundation is offereing up to $1000 of grant money in 2011: “to support a new or evolving program that integrates the arts into educational programming.The purpose is to aid and support teachers who wish to establish an effective learning tool using the arts in teaching children who learn differently”. Find out […]
The Mitsubishi Electric America Foundation (MEAF) is offering grant money of up to $90,000 if you are a non profit 501(c). Here are some details: The Mitsubishi Electric America Foundation is dedicated to helping young Americans with disabilities maximize their potential and participation in society. The Foundation supports organizations and projects within its mission that […]