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Here is a list of corporate and foundational grants for libraries, schools, and community organizations with either impending deadlines or rolling deadlines:
Maine Public Library Fund Grants
Types of projects funded: Awards will be granted for projects that:
* Create and test a new service or program
* Expand an existing service or program
* Bring specialized staff training to the library or region
* Support innovative and creative services for special populations and age groups
Funds may not be used for:
* Collection development, except as related to a new service or program
* Food, alcohol, refreshments
* Staff pay for regularly scheduled work
* Summer reading giveaways and prizes
* Capital projects, including construction
* Regular library operations and existing programs
Reporting requirements: Program award recipients will be required to submit a written report to the Maine State Library ([log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>) upon completion of the project, but no longer than 24 months within receipt of funds. MSL will supply the report form to grant recipients. Recipients of awards are also expected to share their project results at a professional meeting, webinar, conference, or in the MLA newsletter. Submit report at: https://form.jotform.us/70372971803155 .
Application review:
Program applications received by the deadlines will be evaluated based on:
* Financial need
* Benefits of project to the local community or target audience
* Benefits of the project to the larger Maine library community
* Creativity and novelty of project
* Collaborations and partnerships
* Willingness to promote receipt of grant
* Experience and knowledge of the project leaders (for the $5000 grant)
Deadline: April 3
https://www1.maine.gov/msl/libs/admin/funding/MPLF.shtml
Maine Bicentennial Grants
We welcome applications for Community Grants from a wide variety of organizations and individuals, from all over Maine, seeking to involve their community in projects relevant to Maine's Bicentennial. See below for guidance on Minimal Grant Requirements, Types of Projects that May be Funded, Who is Eligible to Apply, Priority Projects and Themes. Read Governor Mills announcement of Community Grants, here.<https://bcms-files.s3.amazonaws.com/4v7q6Edyz8-1136/docs/PR.BicentennialGrantProgram.072519.noembargo.pdf>
Grant applications are to be submitted to the Maine Bicentennial Commission through the Maine Arts Commission, which will administer the program applications.
Next Deadline: June 1
https://www.maine200.org/community-grants
Education Grants
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Sponsored by Verizon Foundation
Website:
https://www.verizon.com/about/responsibility/grant-requirements
Contact:
Verizon Foundation
Email: Contact your local community manager on the website.
Description:
The Verizon Foundation supports kindergarten through grade 12 education in science, education, technology, and mathematics (STEM); and domestic violence education and prevention for youth, women, and older adults. In STEM education, funding supports activities such as summer or after-school programs, teacher training, and research on improving learning in STEM areas through use of technology.
Eligible applicants are nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, government agencies, hospitals or medical research organizations, public colleges and universities, and public and private elementary and secondary schools. Interested applicants are invited to contact local community relations managers to discuss potential projects.
Eligibility:
Public, Private, Charter, Other (including homeschool, 501 (c)(3) organizations)
Award(s):
Awards vary.
Deadline(s):
Applications are accepted year-round.
Focus:
Engineering, Family/Social Services, Professional Development, STEM, Technology, Technology Ed
Grade Level(s):
9-12, Adult, Higher Ed, 3-5, K-2, PreK, 6-8
Content Area(s):
Mathematics, Science
21st Century
Themes and Skills:
Collaboration, Communication, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Innovation, Problem Solving
State(s):
National
Graef Family Foundation Grants
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Sponsored by The Rodger and Kate Graef Family Foundation
Website:
http://graeffoundation.com/application/
Contact:
The Rodger and Kate Graef Family Foundation
c/o Private Wealth Management of US Bank
2300 W. Sahara Ave. Ste. 200
Las Vegas, NV 89102
Description:
The Rodger and Kate Graef Family Foundation makes grants in the areas of education, the arts, social welfare, and medical research. Funding is intended for special projects that could not otherwise be realized. Previous grants were used to fund international baccalaureate programs at charter schools, outreach programs for abused and neglected children and youth, projects for children on the autism spectrum, and housing programs for at-risk teenagers.
Eligible applicants are nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and public, parochial, and independent prekindergarten through grade 12 schools. Applications must be submitted by postal mail.
Eligibility:
Public, Private, Charter, Other (including homeschool, 501 (c)(3) organizations)
Award(s):
Grants up to $20,000 are awarded.
Deadline(s):
Applications are due May 31, annually.
Focus:
General Education, Gifted and Talented, Technology
Grade Level(s):
9-12, PreK, K-2, 3-5, 6-8
State(s):
National
Community Development and Social Change Program, Environmental Preservation Program and Educational Program
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Sponsored by Goggio Family Foundation
Website:
http://www.goggiofoundation.org/mission-program-areas
Contact:
Goggio Family Foundation
12 Mayfield Pl.
Moraga, CA 94556
Email: [log in to unmask]
Description:
The mission of the Goggio Family Foundation is to transform lives and strengthen communities by fostering innovation, creating knowledge, and promoting social progress.
The foundation awards grants in three program areas:
* Community development and social change promoting social progress and sustainable economic development through advances in science, health, arts, and technology. The foundation seeks ways to support leadership development, community empowerment, and economic development, with a priority to serve the needs of low-income and disadvantaged individuals and communities.
* Environmental preservation supporting technology innovation, education, and action around issues of energy and climate change, as well as strategies for the protection, restoration, and sustainable management of ecosystems. The foundation has a special interest in promoting consensus-building among government, business, and nongovernmental organizations aimed at improving environmental policies.
* Education encouraging the attainment of knowledge and skills, and the practice of responsible citizenship, through access to learning opportunities. The foundation supports innovative programs to develop leadership skills, provide support to at-risk or disenfranchised youth, and support programs that promote academic excellence, artistic expression, and critical thinking.
Eligible applicants are nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations. Historically, grants have been awarded on an international basis, with some emphasis on California. The foundation typically funds small or new nonprofits with innovative approaches to solve social problems. The first step in the application process is submission of a 500-word online Letter of Interest. Full proposals, if invited, must be submitted by email.
Eligibility:
Public, Private, Charter, Other (including homeschool, 501 (c)(3) organizations)
Award(s):
Awards range from $1,000 to $20,000, with most awards less than $5,000.
Deadline(s):
Letters of Interest are accepted year-round but must be received by June 1 to be considered for funding issued by the end of the calendar year. Full applications, if invited, are due September 1, annually.
Focus:
Advanced Placement/Academic Achievement, At Risk, Community Involvement, Environmental Education, General Education, Technology, Underserved Populations
Grade Level(s):
PreK, K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, Adult, Higher Ed
Content Area(s):
Arts, Health, Science
21st Century
Themes and Skills:
Civic Literacy, Environmental Literacy, Financial, Entrepreneurial, Economic, Business Literacy, Health Literacy, Innovation
State(s):
National
STEM Minigrants
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Sponsored by National Girls Collaborative Project
Website:
https://ngcproject.org/mini-grants
Contact:
National Girls Collaborative
4616 25th Ave. NE #248
Seattle, WA 98105
Email: [log in to unmask] (For questions)
Description:
The National Girls Collaborative Project (NGCP) supports girl-serving programs focused on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) to address gaps and overlaps in service and share exemplary practices. Minigrants are awarded as seed funding for projects that encourage girls to pursue STEM-related educational programs and careers, and are intended to promote cooperation between existing girl-serving programs. Preference is given to applications for innovative activities and that involve first-time collaboration between the applicant organizations.
Eligible applicants are organizations with a registered and approved program in NGCP's Connectory prior to submitting the grant request. State or regional members of NGCP offer minigrants on their own schedules. Interested organizations should review the application guidelines on the NGCP website and check their state or regional collaborative for opportunities. A map of state and local collaboratives is available at ngcproject.org/find.
Eligibility:
Public, Private, Charter, Other (including homeschool, 501 (c)(3) organizations)
Award(s):
Minigrants up to $1,000 are awarded.
Deadline(s):
Minigrants are awarded year-round, with application deadlines determined by state or regional collaboratives.
Focus:
Engineering, STEM, Technology, Technology Ed, Underserved Populations
Grade Level(s):
K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Content Area(s):
Mathematics, Science
21st Century
Themes and Skills:
Collaboration, Communication, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Innovation, Problem Solving
State(s):
National
Sponsored by Lemelson-MIT
Website:
https://lemelson.mit.edu/inventeams
Contact:
Lemelson-MIT Program
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
222 3rd St. Ste. 0300
Cambridge, MA 02142
Phone: 617.253.3352
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Description:
InvenTeams is a national grants initiative of the Lemelson-MIT program that is designed to excite high school students to cultivate their creativity and experience invention. InvenTeam students rely on inquiry and hands-on problem solving as they integrate lessons from science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) to develop invention prototypes. InvenTeams are composed of high school students, teachers, and industry mentors. Working collaboratively, InvenTeams identify a problem to be solved, conduct research on the problem, and develop a prototype invention. InvenTeam projects span many fields, such as assistive devices, environmental technologies, consumer goods, and wearable technology.
Eligible applicants are STEM educators at high schools and nonprofit educational organizations who have not received an InvenTeam grant within the past three years. The optimal size of an InvenTeam is 10 to 15 high school youth. Interested applicants must first submit an initial application online. Finalists will then be invited to submit a full application.
Eligibility:
Public, Private, Charter, Other (including homeschool, 501 (c)(3) organizations)
Award(s):
Grants up to $10,000 are awarded.
Deadline(s):
Initial applications are due April 6, 2020.
Focus:
After School, Engineering, STEM, Technology, Technology Ed
Grade Level(s):
9-12, Adult
Content Area(s):
Mathematics, Science
21st Century
Themes and Skills:
Collaboration, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Innovation, Problem Solving
State(s):
National
Onion Foundation
The Discovery Grant is a mini grant designed for small scale projects that have a one year or less timeline, address a specific need, align with the mission and values of the Foundation, and benefit community members. The project may also respond to an unforeseen challenge or opportunity or provide seed funding to launch and explore a new idea.
Next Deadline: June 26
More Information: https://www.onionfoundation.org/
Maine Women's Fund
The goal of the Swift Social Justice Grants Program<https://nam03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmainephilanthropy.us12.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3Dd1c03f4048973fd4da15a0aae%26id%3D7b16a5f687%26e%3D87dcf9a240&data=02%7C01%7Clisa.m.shaw%40maine.gov%7C75a7d7274ab642c302ec08d7c50bf68c%7C413fa8ab207d4b629bcdea1a8f2f864e%7C0%7C0%7C637194527496016336&sdata=%2BOdUf7Gxx9%2BWwZGdK7GHAD2jpfGYMJFBQP7sep%2BU6C4%3D&reserved=0> is to stand with the women and girls from communities disproportionately impacted by the current political and cultural landscape.
This program is designed to meet small requests (up to $1,500) from organizations addressing the immediate needs of communities of color, religious minorities, LGBTQIA communities, immigrants and refugees, and other disproportionately impacted populations. As in all our grants programs, organizations serving all people as well as organizations serving boys and men may apply, but all funding requests must explain how they will specifically benefit those who identify as female.
Deadline: Rolling
We are aware that organizations working with women and girls in these communities may have new and unplanned needs (for example, an organization is holding regular meetings of the community to share information relevant to the community's safety, and needs money to pay for meeting space, provide food, transportation, childcare or other supports so members of can attend).
This is a new grants program with a starting budget of $30,000. Grants that support Swift Social Justice Grants Program goals will continue to be awarded until the funds are distributed. Applications will be reviewed on a monthly basis, with decisions being made by the close of the month for applications received in the first three weeks of month. Applicants can expect an answer to their request within four-five weeks of submitting their application. We expect to be making adjustments to the program to reflect what we learn this spring.
Please contact Kimberly Crichton, Grants Director, if you think your organization and your work is a good fit for this unique funding opportunity at [log in to unmask]<http://undefined/> or 774-5513 x206.
Maine Health Access Foundation
Discretionary Grants
For small projects, open all year. Awards are typically under $5,000. Maximum of $10,000 available for statewide projects.
The Discretionary Grants program was established to fund certain types of small, time-limited projects and activities that are closely related to our mission, but fall outside our competitive grant program areas. Projects that align well with our Discretionary Grants program typically demonstrate one or more of the following key characteristics:
* Responds to an emerging issue, current need, or window of opportunity
* Plans for, pilots, or implements a new or creative approach to better serve groups or populations that face disproportionate barriers to accessing health services and achieving the best possible health
* Supports the work of smaller organizations that may have limited capacity to apply for other types of MeHAF funding
Program Structure:
Our Discretionary Grants program has a two-stage process and a rolling deadline for submission. This allows us and our grantees to move quickly to respond to immediate needs and a dynamic and highly changeable environment. Interested applicants who meet the eligibility requirements below may submit a brief letter of inquiry (LOI) by clicking the "Manage Your Grant" button on the top right corner of this page. If approved, applicants will be asked to complete a simple, straightforward application. Please note:
* All projects must focus on groups or populations that face disproportionate barriers to accessing health services and achieving the best possible health
* Awards are typically around $5,000, but may go up to $10,000 for statewide activities that are highly aligned with our mission
* Projects must have a clear start and end date and be completed within a 12-month period
* Projects must have a start date that is no earlier than eight weeks from the date of submission of the letter of inquiry
* Discretionary grant recipients will be asked to schedule a debrief call with the Program Officer upon completion of the project and submission of a brief narrative and financial report
Questions? Review our FAQs<https://mainehaf.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/MeHAF-Discretionary-Grants-Frequently-Asked-Questions-05072018-1.pdf> or contact Program Officer Andrea Francis<mailto:[log in to unmask]>.
Eligibility:
The following characteristics describe eligible organizations:
* 501(c)(3), local, state, or tribal government entity or educational institution
* In compliance with MeHAF's nondiscrimination policy<https://mainehaf.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/MeHAF-Discretionary-Grants-Frequently-Asked-Questions-05072018-1.pdf>
* Have not received a discretionary grant in the current calendar year
The following projects are not eligible for funding:
* General operating support or "gap" funding
* Direct care costs
* Public awareness campaigns focused on a specific disease or health condition
* Fundraising efforts
* Capital expenditures
* Academic or graduate research
* Grants or scholarships to individuals
Andrea Francis, Program Officer
Email Andrea<mailto:[log in to unmask]>
207.620.8266. x118
https://mehaf.org/grants-center/discretionary-grants
New England Foundation for the Arts
NEFA invests in artists and communities and fosters equitable access to the arts, enriching the cultural landscape in New England and the nation.
Over 15 competitive grant programs available to artists and organizations to support the creation and presentation of work. Check website for current deadlines.
https://www.nefa.org/grants
The Betterment Fund
The Betterment Fund was created for charitable purposes by the will of the late William Bingham, 2nd, a resident of Bethel, Maine, who died in 1955. Mr. Bingham was a self-effacing philanthropist with an abiding interest in education and the improvement of health services in the State of Maine.
Next Deadline: March 15
https://www.bettermentfund.org/
Maine Community Foundation
The Maine Community Foundation works with donors and other partners to improve the quality of life for all Maine people. The community foundation is committed to serve all of Maine; demonstrate respect for people and places; achieve quality and integrity in everything we do; and remain nonpartisan. Over the coming decade the Maine Community Foundation will help develop a thriving economy by advancing five goals: helping children get a strong start in life; addressing barriers that people of color face; maximizing opportunities for older adults to thrive in their communities; and providing support for innovation and entrepreneurship.
Next Deadline: March 15
http://www.mainecf.org/
Maine Humanities Council
The Maine Humanities Council, Maine's affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) since 1975, offers humanities programs and grants for all Mainers. There are 55 humanities councils, one in each state and the territories. The MHC doesn't do this work alone-our partners (libraries, hospitals, school districts, adult education programs, correctional facilities, historical societies, and more) make it possible for us to offer quality programs and grants around the state.
Next Deadline: March 26
https://mainehumanities.org/
Narrangansett Number One Foundation
Established in 2001 in ME - Founded by Pat and Erwin Wales, 13 days after they won the Powerball lottery on Sept. 7, 2001. The Foundation will make the majority of grants to public charities in the Town of Buxton, Maine and the surrounding areas including schools, fire departments, police departments, libraries, parks, recreational facilities, churches, religious groups, shelters for children, the homeless and abused persons, museums and shelters for animals. Once the immediate needs of this geographic area in southern Maine are addressed, it is likely that future grants will be made to charities throughout Maine and in other states.
Next Deadline: April 1
http://www.nnof.org/
Respectfully,
Lisa
Lisa M. Shaw
Maine State Library
Rural & Small Libraries Specialist
Workforce Development
145 Harlow St.
Bangor ME 04401
(207) 947-8336 xt 114
(207) 217-1565 (mobile)
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https://www.maine.gov/msl/libs/index.shtml
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