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Funding Opportunities This page contains different grant and funding opportunities that can aid in creating a healthier environment for our kids. Ronald McDonald House Charities Global Grants and Matching Grants Deadline: September 8, 2008 The mission of Ronald McDonald House Charities, Inc. is to create, find and support programs that directly improve the health and well being of children. The W.H.O. Foundation - Women Helping Others General Grants Deadline: Tuesday, September 9, 2008 This foundation nationally supports grass-roots charities serving the overlooked needs of women and children. NEW! Wal-Mart Foundation State Giving Program Deadlines: Thursday, September 25, 2008 and Friday, December 19,2008 Application Deadline: Tuesday, September 30, 2008 and Wednesday, December 31, 2008 Schools and nonprofit organizations are eligible to apply for funding to involve children ages 6-18 in hands-on involvement projects to promote the understanding of environmental issues, including up to $500 for organic gardens. NEW! Tony Hawk Foundation Application Deadline: Wednesday, October 1, 2008 and March 2, 2009 The Tony Hawk Foundation's mission is to foster lasting improving in society, with an emphasis on supporting and empowering youth. The grant program focuses on facilitating the design, development, construction and operation of new, quality skate parks located in low-income communities. Priority is given to projects that are designed and built by qualified and experienced skateboard park contractors and include local skaters in the design process. Tommy Hilfiger Corporate Foundation Deadline: October 1, 2008 (for Jan. 2009 funding) NEW! United State Soccer Foundation Program and Field Grants Application Deadline: Wednesday, October 15, 2008 For 2009, the Foundation will award Grants exclusively to projects and programs that develop players, coaches, and referees in economically disadvantaged urban areas encompassing populations of 50,000 or more. American School Board Journal Magna Awards Application Deadline: Wednesday, October 15, 2008 The American School Board Journal is accepting nominations for its 2009 Magna Awards, which recognize programs that have been important in promoting the district’s mission and advancing student learning; capable of being replicated by other school boards with similar conditions and resources; and the result of collaboration between the school board and others. Eligibility: Programs developed or actively supported by school boards. NEW! Staples Foundation for Learning Grants Application Deadline for January 2009: Proposals must be submitted between Friday, October 10, 2008 and Friday, October 24, 2008 The Staples Foundation for Learning aims to help local groups and schools with services that will positively impact communities. The educational support grants place special emphasis on low income communities. Grant amounts vary. Nat’l Gardening Association & Home Depot 2009 Youth Garden Grants Program Deadline: Saturday, November 1, 2008 The Youth Garden Grants program has helped more than 1.3 million youngsters reap rewards and vital life lessons from working in gardens and habitats. NEW! Love Your Veggies (TM) GrantApplication Deadline: Friday, November 7, 2008 at 5:00 PM (ET) On Friday, August 15th, the 2008=09 Love Your Veggies ™ online grant application will be posted at . Each grant award will support an elementary school in developing a program that offers fresh vegetables and fruits lasting through the 2009-2010 school year. Each grant will consist of $15,000 in direct funding.2009 Nestle Very Best in Youth Program Application Deadline: Thursday, November 20, 2008 The Nestle USA Very Best in Youth Program honors young people ages 13 to 18 who have excelled in school and who are making their community and the world a better place. Eligibility: Youths ages 13- 18 years old who demonstrate good citizenship, a strong academic record, and can show how they have made a special contribution to their school, church or the community. Entrants must have permission from a parent or legal guardian to submit the nominations. NEW! Shade Structure Grants for Community Playgrounds Application Deadline: April 10, 2009 The American Academy of Dermatology offers a Shade Structure Grant program and is offering grants of $8,000 each to fund permanent outdoor shade structures designed to provide shade and ultraviolet ray protection. The Shade Structure Program is open to 501(c)(3) organizations that serve children and teenagers, ages 18 and younger. NEW! Magic Johnson Foundation Community-Based Grants (Cleveland, OH) Application Deadline: Rolling Programs recommended by the Magic Johnson Foundation for funding must be dedicated to serving the underrepresented, low-income and/or inner-city area in which they reside. Programs must be located in one of the designated cities- Cleveland, OH being one.
Nike Physical Activity Grants for Youth Application Deadline: Rolling Nike Inc. supports programs that increase and promote physical activity and seeks to: 1) get youth more physical active; 2) get youth involved in the teamwork of sports; 3) have real, positive and measurable impact. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations with 501 ( c ) (3) status in communities where Nike has significant employee or business presence. Albertsons Community Support Grants Application Deadline: Rolling Albertsons wishes to improve communities by giving back with donations in the areas of hunger relief, youth and education, health and nutrition, and environmental stewardship. NIKE Bowerman Track Renovation Program Deadline for Applications-Ongoing through May 31, 2009 The Bowerman Track Renovation Program provides matching cash grants to community-based, youth-oriented organizations that seek to refurbish or construct running tracks. This 10 year, $2 million program, administered by Nike's Community Affairs department, provides matching funds of up to $50,000 to youth-oriented nonprofit organizations anywhere in the world. Organizations applying for the grant must demonstrate a need for running track refurbishment or construction. HealthierUS School Challenge (USDA) The HealthierUS School Challenge is in response to the growing concern for childhood obesity in our nation. The objective is to recognize schools that take specific steps to improve their programs and address obesity and to encourage other schools to follow their lead. The first year of the challenge focuses on elementary schools. Go to the website for more information. MetLife Foundation was established for the purpose of supporting educational, health, civic and cultural organizations. Goals are to strengthen communities, promote good health and improve education. Health: To help people make more informed decisions about their health, grants are directed toward national health promotion and education initiatives, substance abuse prevention, youth health and fitness, healthy aging and research on Alzheimer's disease. Must be non-profit. The deadline for applications is open. Click on the link above for further details. Application Deadline: Ongoing Do Something is a not-for-profit organization that works to inspire, support, and celebrate young social entrepreneurs and community activists. The organization is accepting applications for the following grant programs: Do Something and GameStop are offering grants of $500 each to young people, age 25 and younger, in the United States or Canada who have a great idea for a community-action project and need support to turn their idea into reality. GameStop grants are given out weekly. Hamburger Helper Grant Application Deadline: Rolling The Teammates for Kids Foundation is accepting applications from non-profit rganizations that specialize in working with children. The Foundation supports organizations that help needy children in the areas of health, education and inner-city services. Grants range from $10,000-$50,000. Recently, Action for Healthy Kids, the National PTA, the Cartoon Network, and others have partnered to create a year-long campaign, Rescuing Recess. The purpose of this campaign is to encourage elementary schools to maintain or restore a recess period for students. Included in the campaign is an opportunity to receive a national grant of $25,000, as well as 51 smaller grants of $2,500. Additionally, 51 schools will have the opportunity to eceive a $250 Sportime gift certificate. Schools registering with the Rescuing Recess Campaign will receive a Rescuing Recess Kit of playground equipment from the Cartoon Network and Sportime. Jump Rope for Heart and Hoops for eart Grant Program The American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (AAHPERD) is accepting applications for its Jump Rope for Heart and Hoops for Heart grant program. The program enables organizations that have held a Jump Rope for Heart or Hoops for Heart event in the previous year to purchase equipment to improve heir physical education opportunities for children, receive the National Association for Sport and Physical Education Quality Physical Education Package, continue membership with AAHPERD, and attend the AAHPERD National Convention and Exposition. Click on the links above to access more information and the application. Aetna Foundation Regional Community Health Grants Program Deadline for Applications: Various The Aetna Foundation, a philanthropic program of Hartford-based Aetna, is inviting proposals for its Regional Community Health Grants Program. The program provides funding focused on reducing disparities in health care among racial and ethnic populations in eligible geographic areas. In 2005, Aetna will devote up to $2.6 million to regional initiatives to address this issue. Grant requests ranging from $25,000 to $50,000 that address diabetes initiatives targeting individuals and families with prevention and healthy behavior modification messages to help combat the growing incidence of type 2 diabetes in children and adults. Athletics and Wellness Support Grants Deadline for Applications: Rolling Quarterly Reviews. Finish Line, an athletic retailer specializing in brand name footwear, apparel and accessories, supports athletic and wellness programs located in communities where their stores are located. Click on the link above to find a store near you. Baseball Tomorrow Fund Offers Support for Youth Baseball and Softball Programs Deadline for Letters of Inquiry: Open The Baseball Tomorrow Fund is a joint initiative between Major League Baseball and the Major League Baseball Players Association designed to promote and enhance the growth of youth participation in baseball and softball. Grants are intended to finance a new program, expand or improve an existing program, undertake a new collaborative effort, or obtain facilities or equipment necessary for youth baseball or softball programs.
For more funding opportunities, check out Shaping America's Youth Website.
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