The Verizon Foundation is in the business of improving lives in literacy, knowledge and a readiness for the 21st Century.

Specifically, we help people to:

• Increase their literacy and educational achievement
• Avoid being an abuser or a victim of domestic violence
• Achieve and sustain their health and safety

Eligible organizations seeking grants from the Verizon Foundation must be prepared to track and report program outcomes as well as specific results that demonstrate measurable human impact. In the grant application, organizations must indicate what outcomes are targeted through programming and what results, as specified on the grant application, the organization will measure.

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	6/18/2008 - 6/19/2008 Denver, CO Sponsored by the United States Mint Focus: Reading and History Grade levels: K-12	>Agenda (draft) Registration open
	6/25/2008 - 6/26/2008 Nashua, NH Sponsored by the Federal Aviation Administration Focus: Math, Science and Reading Grade levels: K-12	>Agenda (draft) Registration open
	7/1/2008 - 7/2/2008 Houston, TX Sponsored by NASA Focus: Science and Math Grade levels: K-12	>Agenda (draft) Workshop full
	We have a few more spaces that have opened up in our summer workshop schedule.  Please check the website to see if the workshop you wanted to attend is now taking in more educators.   The spaces are very limited so be sure to check soon. Hospital or medical research organization 170((1)(a)(iv) - Organization which operates for benefit of college or university and is owned or operated by a governmental unit. 170((1)(a)(v) - Governmental unit 170((1)(a)(vi) - Organization which receives a substantial part of its support from a governmental unit or the general public 509(A)(2) - Organization that normally receives no more than one-third of its support from gross investment income and unrelated business income and at the same time more than one-third of its support from contributions, fees, and gross receipts related to exempt purposes. 509(A)(3) - Organizations operated solely for the benefit of and in conjunction with organizations described in the previous seven items.   ˜^­ Ø~­  See workshop schedule for due dates. posal to the Verizon Foundation, you may print a copy of the application by using our example form. If you would like to print the guidelines and helpful hints & suggestions, just go to our Grant Guidelines area of the website and print. Apply online HERE We have found that many of your questions can be answered by our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page. Please check to see if the information you're looking for is posted there. If you're unable to answer any of your questions after reading the FAQ's, you should direct all technical questions to our support team. If you have a policy question please visit our Community Relations section to receive contact information for your local Verizon Foundation Community Relations Manager. Foundation Matching Gifts & Other Programs If you have an inquiry about Verizon volunteers and any of its incentive programs, including Matching Gifts, please visit our Verizon Volunteers Frequently Asked Questions pages (VIP, TIP, MIP, PIP) or call 866-247-2687. Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM EST. Verizon Foundation Headquarters If you wish to communicate with the Verizon Foundation headquarters team, please send your inquiry via email to the address below. We are a cyber-foundation and ask that you not send paper mail. Email: Verizon.Foundation@Verizon.com Phone: 800-360-7955 Fax: 908-630-2660     ¸n­ ú¬  www.t2tweb.us/Workshops/Schedule.asp es.shtml &    ú¬ Ÿ­  U.S Dept. of Education   øŽ­ {¬  U.S. Department of Education Teacher-to-Teacher Workshops  
Entered:	May 22nd, 2008
Type:	Foundations
Source:	Whirlpool
Program:	2008 Whirlpool Brand Mother of Invention Grant
Purpose:	Whirlpool knows moms are identifying challenges and coming up with creative solutions every day. To recognize this motherly ingenuity, the 2008 Whirlpool® Brand Mother of Invention Grant will provide winning moms with the necessary business resources to help bring their ideas to life. New "Green" Category in 2008 To reward moms with sustainable ideas, Whirlpool added a "Green" category this year. Eligible ideas must meet one of the following criteria: minimize the impact on environmental resources, use recycled/natural materials or are an environmentally friendly product/service. The entry from both the traditional and green categories that receives the highest overall score will become the grand prize winner.
Entered:	May 18th, 2008
Type:	Foundations
Source:	RGK Foundation
Program:	RGK Foundation Grants Program
Purpose:	RGK Foundation awards grants in the broad areas of Education, Community, and Medicine/Health. The Foundation's primary interests within Education include programs that focus on formal K-12 education (particularly mathematics, science and reading), teacher development, literacy, and higher education. Within Community, the Foundation supports a broad range of human services, community improvement, abuse prevention, and youth development programs. Human service programs of particular interest to the Foundation include children and family services, early childhood development, and parenting education. The Foundation supports a variety of Community Improvement programs including those that enhance non-profit management and promote philanthropy and voluntarism. Youth development programs supported by the Foundation typically include after-school educational enrichment programs that supplement and enhance formal education systems to increase the chances for successful outcomes in school and life. The Foundation is also interested in programs that attract female and minority students into the fields of mathematics, science, and technology. The Foundation's current interests in the area of Medicine/Health include programs that promote the health and well-being of children, programs that promote access to health services, and Foundation-initiated programs focusing on ALS. Although there are no geographic restrictions to the Foundation's grantmaking program, the Foundation no longer accepts unsolicited requests for international agencies or programs. While the Foundation occasionally awards grants for operating expenses, capital campaigns, endowments, and international projects, such grants are infrequent and usually initiated by the Foundation. Multiyear grants are rare; most grants are awarded for a one-year period. Click here to view listing of recent grants awarded by the Foundation.
Entered:	May 18th, 2008
Type:	Foundations
Source:	Motorola Foundation and the Chicago History Museum
Program:	Motorola Lincoln Grants
Purpose:	The Motorola Foundation is proud to partner with the Chicago History Museum to commemorate the 200th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birth. Working in collaboration, they will identify projects developed by U.S. civic, educational and cultural organizations that actively engage the public in the lessons from Lincoln's life. Endorsed by the Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission, the US$750,000 grant program will focus on three themes: Bringing history into the future  Motorola Lincoln Grants will support individuals or organizations using new technologies to educate students or their broader communities — particularly in civics, history, social studies — or disciplines such as the fine arts.  Preference will be given to those integrating lessons from Lincoln's life. Engaging in current events  In recognition of Lincoln’s engagement of the public in shaping policy, Motorola Lincoln Grants will support programs engaging young people or community members in national and local public policy issues and providing creative forums and innovative tools to facilitate debate and dialogue in the online and physical worlds. Leadership skills  Lincoln's legacy as an agent of change will be honored with support of organizations that are creating change — of perceptions and actions — in their communities with leadership programs for young people or the underserved that are based on collaboration, problem-solving and project management skills.
Entered:	May 18th, 2008
Type:	Foundations
Source:	Cruise Industry Charitable Foundation (CICF)
Program:	Cruise Industry Charitable Foundation (CICF) Grants Program
Purpose:	The Cruise Industry Charitable Foundation (CICF) focuses its efforts on programs that are designed to improve the quality of life in the communities served by the cruise industry. CICF supports programs that enhance educational opportunities for youth, including those designed to improve literacy, teach basic life skills, and promote good citizenship. The Foundation also supports academic enrichment opportunities aimed at enhancing student proficiencies in reading, math and science. Founded in 1998 the Cruise Industry Charitable Foundation was established to enhance our industry's contributions in those communities where we have extensive partnerships with state and local businesses. CICF's mission is to expand the cruise industry's presence in those states where we maintain vessel operations, generate significant employment, or purchase goods and services from our broad network of business partners. CICF supports non-profit organizations that encourage job creation and training, improve access to community services and provide youth and adult education, particularly for minority and disadvantaged students. In addition, the Foundation promotes programs designed to improve public health or medical research aimed at disease prevention. CICF also supports programs that promote environmental awareness and education, as well as the study of enhanced environmental technologies for the maritime sector.
Entered:	May 18th, 2008
Type:	Foundations
Source:	Keep America Beautiful, Inc.
Program:	The Graffiti Hurts® National Grant Program
Purpose:	The Graffiti Hurts® National Grant Program aims to help communities kick-start or add to a local graffiti prevention program. Grant funds may also be used for a one-time project that has the potential to help reduce graffiti in the community. Grants of $2,000 will be offered in three categories - community under 100,000 population, community between 100,000 and 300,000 population and community over 300,000 population. The funds must be used for projects that begin by Fall 2008 and are completed no later than December 31, 2009. Proposed projects can address graffiti prevention and education, rapid removal, or help to enforce local anti-graffiti laws. Businesses that make or operate graffiti removal equipment or technologies are not eligible.
Entered:	May 18th, 2008
Type:	Federal
Source:	U.S Dept. of Justice
Program:	2008 Gang Prevention Coordination Assistance Program
CFDA #:	16.544
Purpose:	The purpose of the Gang Prevention Coordination Assistance program is to support and enhance the coordination of existing community-based gang prevention and intervention programs and strategies that are closely aligned with local law enforcement efforts. Community-based gang prevention and intervention often involve multiple organizations and programs working in partnership to deliver complementary services to the same or similar target populations. Effective coordination can help identify existing programs and resources and maximize their impact through information sharing, mutual referrals, joint case management, and collective action. For example, educational and other programs combined with rigorous law enforcement can effectively combat gang-related juvenile crimes. Funding is available to support salary and related expenses for coordinators with responsibility for organizing and overseeing antigang activities under two or more of the following strategies: primary prevention, secondary prevention, gang intervention, and targeted gang enforcement (see "Antigang Strategies," below). If necessary, a small portion (up to $30,000) of the awards under this program may be used to support service delivery under primary prevention, secondary prevention, or gang intervention strategies. Applicants are strongly encouraged to coordinate with their United States Attorney’s office. Awards will support coordination of community-based antigang initiatives that involve law enforcement as an essential partner. Other partners must be involved and may include schools, social services, community-based organizations, faith-based organizations, and businesses. Successful applicants will demonstrate that community- based antigang activities consistent with two or more of the antigang strategies described below are operating with existing funding
Entered:	May 16th, 2008
Type:	Foundations
Source:	Ezra Jack Keats Foundation
Program:	Ezra Jack Keats Minigrant Program
Purpose:	The Ezra Jack Keats Foundation was incorporated in 1964 with Ezra as President and life-long friend, Martin Pope, as secretary. During the remainder of Ezra’s lifetime the foundation served as a vehicle for Ezra’s personal contributions. When Ezra died in 1983, his will directed that the royalties from his books be used by the Foundation for the support of programs helpful to humanity.
Entered:	May 16th, 2008
Type:	Foundations
Source:	Charles Lafitte Foundation
Program:	Charles Lafitte Foundation Grants Program
Purpose:	The mission of the Charles Lafitte Foundation (CLF) is to provide for and support inventive and effective ways of helping people help themselves and others around them to lead healthy, satisfying and enriched lives. To fulfill this mission, the Foundation acts as grantmaker, innovator and volunteer for four main programs: Education, Children's Advocacy, Medical Research & Issues, and The Arts.
Entered:	May 16th, 2008
Type:	Foundations
Source:	American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance
Program:	Helen Heitmann Funds Research Project
Purpose:	In order to determine the direction needed to reverse the trends of doctoral programs decline and the shortage of qualified higher education faculty members in Physical Education Teacher Education and related fields, a $10,000 research grant is being funded by the Helen Heitmann Funds, through NASPE.
Entered:	May 16th, 2008
Type:	Foundations
Source:	The Broad Center for the Management of School Systems
Program:	Broad Superintendents Academy
Purpose:	The Broad Superintendents Academy is a rigorous 10-month executive management training program designed to prepare CEOs and senior executives from business, non-profit, military, government and education backgrounds to lead urban public school systems. Participants keep their current jobs while attending The Academy. All tuition and travel costs are covered by The Academy. Participants attend seven extended weekend training sessions covering CEO-level skills in finance, management, operations, organizational systems and education. In addition, we work with you one-on-one to customize and supplement your skill building needs. We expect to place Academy graduates into superintendent or senior cabinet level positions within 18 months after completing the program. Our fast-growing alumni network and support system are designed to ensure that graduates succeed in their new roles in urban education. Those graduates who have served as superintendents for two or more years have already demonstrated district gains in reading and math. Nearly three out of four have improved their districts' historical performance and are outperforming comparison groups in raising overall student achievement in elementary, middle and high school reading and math. The majority are also outperforming comparison groups in reducing income and ethnic achievement gaps.
Entered:	May 14th, 2008
Type:	Federal
Source:	U.S Dept. of Education
Program:	Underground Railroad Educational and Cultural Program
CFDA #:	84.345A
Purpose:	The Underground Railroad Educational and Cultural Program (URR) makes grants to nonprofit ducational organizations that are established to research, display, interpret, and collect artifacts relating to the history of the Underground Railroad.
Entered:	May 12th, 2008
Type:	Foundations
Source:	Hope Foundation, Samsung, Microsoft and DIRECTTV
Program:	Samsung's Hope for Education Technology Program
Purpose:	Each year, Samsung's Hope for Education holds a contest where students from schools nationwide can write a 100-word essay about how technology benefits and helps education. In 2008, the top winner receives a grand prize of over $200,000 worth of Samsung technology, Microsoft software and cash grants from DIRECTV, as well as the SCHOOL CHOICE® educational television programming package.
Entered:	May 9th, 2008
Type:	Foundations
Source:	The Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation
Program:	The Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation Grants
Purpose:	The Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation provides equipment and Quickball grants to youth organizations, schools, Boys & Girls Clubs, local governments and community non-profit groups that meet our eligibility requirements, in order to support the growth of youth character education, as well as promote youth baseball and softball. Information about our grants and downloadable applications are below. 2008 Grants Available Quickball Grants This grant makes Quickball resources available to grow baseball and softball at a grassroots level through the game of Quickball. Quickball is a national baseball enhancement program that allows children to learn the basics of baseball in a fun, fast-paced way. Eligible organizations include: community recreation departments within local governments, existing baseball and softball leagues, Boys & Girls Clubs, public schools running out-of school programs and/or youth organizations with 501 (c) (3) status. Please download and read the application and guidlines for more eligibility information. For more information about the game of Quickball please visit the official website at: Download Quickball Grant Application- Part I as Word Doc Download Quickball Grant Application- Part II as Word Doc
Entered:	May 9th, 2008
Type:	Foundations
Source:	Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation
Program:	Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation Grants Programs
Purpose:	The Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation donates new and refurbished musical instruments to underserved schools, community music programs and individual students nationwide, in an effort to give youngsters the many benefits of music education, help them to be better students and inspire creativity and expression through playing music. Two Programs: Guidelines: Melody Program helps K-12 school instrumental music programs that take place during the regular school day. Schools must have an established instrumental music program (i.e. concert band, marching band, jazz band and/or orchestra) that is at least three years old. Schools must apply separately (please provide information for the applying school only, do not include information for other schools within the district even if the music teacher teaches at more than one school.) Grants typically range from $500 - $8,000 worth of instruments. If your school offers Orff music only, it is NOT eligible to apply. Special Projects Program helps after-school music programs. After-school music programs must be at least three years old OR have a music-related umbrella organization that is at least three years old to apply. Grants typically range from $500 - $8,000 worth of instruments. If any portion of your music program takes place during the regular school day, please use the Melody Program application.
Entered:	May 9th, 2008
Type:	Foundations
Source:	Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge
Program:	Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge Leavey Awards
Purpose:	The application must conceive and implement and innovative course, program or project which develops, among students, a deeper understanding and appreciation of the American private enterprise system. The nominee’s program, course or project must be operating or initiated during the previous academic year.
Entered:	May 9th, 2008
Type:	Foundations
Source:	American Academy of Pediatrics
Program:	CATCH Resident Funds Program
Purpose:	The Community Access to Child Health (CATCH) Resident Funds program supports pediatric residents in the planning of innovative, community-based initiatives that increase children’s access to medical homes* or specific health services not otherwise available. Grants of up to $3,000 are awarded twice each year on a competitive basis for pediatric residents to address the needs of children in their communities. These community-based projects should lead to the development of successful CATCH projects that can be replicated in other communities. A pediatric resident must lead the project and be significantly involved in proposal development and project activities.
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