MetLife Foundation and the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) are partnering for the sixth year to recognize, sustain and share the work of innovative partnerships between community groups and police to promote neighborhood safety and revitalization. Through this awards program, MetLife Foundation and LISC will identify and honor partnerships that exhibit tangible accomplishments in their efforts to advance the process, outcome, and/or evaluation of potent police-community collaborations. Eligible applicants must be member organizations of partnerships that include, but need not be limited to, community organizations and police.  Awardees will receive a monetary grant.
Due date: February 23, 2007


2007 Intel Schools of Distinction Program

The 2007 Intel Schools of Distinction Program is now in its 4th year. Our mission has always been to identify schools that exemplify the best of the best and serve as role models to other schools across the nation. In 2007, Schools of Distinction has undergone a transformation focusing on two subject areas which are key to our nation's future—math and science. We will now focus on identifying schools with learning environments that promote 21st century learning skills, such as digital literacy, problem solving, critical thinking and collaboration as a benchmark for academic excellence in mathematic and scientific achievement.
Due date: February 28, 2007

Tu Voz My Venture

Youth Venture, in partnership with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and MTV Tr3s Voces, will select teams of two or more youth, ages 13 – 20, every week through June 29th, who submit great ideas for encouraging their peers to graduate from high school and college. Tu Voz My Venture winners will receive grants of up to $1,000 to create their ventures - an organization, business or club to help young Latinos stay in school and prepare for college and careers. Maybe you want to start a tutoring club to help students improve their language and math skills, or a club that helps students prepare for the SATS, improve school conditions, help build students self-esteem, or teach students about their college options and financial aid. Got an idea? ¿Que esperas? Send it in and win some guap to make it a reality!
Due date: June 29, 2007

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Based on the national average, states contribute 48.2% of the funds, local sources contribute 41.7%, federal dollars constitute 7.1%, and 2.5% of the funds come from private sources. To view the percentage of Federal, state and local contributions in your state visit the National Center for Educational Statistics at:http://nces.ed.gov/programs/quarterly/vol_7/1_2/4_14_tables1.asp#tab_1