Funding Opportunities

This page contains different grant and funding opportunities that can help in creating a healthier environment for our kids.

GOGIRLGO! AMBASSADOR TEAM AWARDS

Deadline: July 17, 2009

The Women's Sports Foundation's GoGirlGo! Ambassador Team Awards recognize high school teams that demonstrate leadership in their communities by inspiring girls to get involved in sports and physical activities. School, amateur, community, and nonprofit affiliated teams whose members are female; enrolled in grades 9-12; and residents of the United States, its territories, or protectorates are eligible to apply. A total of 20 grants of $2,500 each will be awarded in recognition of the outstanding efforts of teams throughout the country. Please visit http://www.gogirlworld.org/cgi-bin/iowa/ggw/ahq/ambassador/index.html?record=298 for more information, and to fill out an application form.

DAIRY MAX: SCHOOL WELLNESS THROUGH EXPANDING BREAKFAST GRANT PROGRAM
Deadline: Grant applications accepted through December 1, 2009, but note that funds are limited
Dairy MAX grants are available to schools participating in the National School Breakfast Program. The grants will help schools implement their wellness policies through the establishment of an alternative breakfast service method designed to increase breakfast participation. The goal of an expanded breakfast grant program is to increase average daily breakfast participation by 50 percent or more by establishing one of the following alternate breakfast service options: Breakfast in the Classroom, Grab 'n Go Breakfast (served outside the cafeteria), or Breakfast after 1st Period. Grant awards will be up to a maximum of $1000 per campus and will be awarded to the child nutrition department to distribute as determined by their application. Considerations for the amount of the grant award will be based on campus enrollment, type of program, potential increases in participation and desired use of funds.


Please visit http://www.dairymax.org/expanding_grants.aspx to download an application form.

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.

Mall of America Foundation for Youth

Application Deadline: Rolling

Mall of America Foundation for Youth operates exclusively to provide support for and create opportunities that promote self-development, well-being and education for youth, their families and their communities.

 

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.  

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

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.

Do Something & GameStop

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
Hamburger Helper, a General Mills food brand, is looking to lend a "helping hand" to neighborhoods across the United States with its "My Hometown Helper" grant program. Individuals from communities and organizations across America can visit the program's web site to submit a written essay describing how the "My Hometown Helper" grant would help improve their community project.

Garth Brooks' Foundation

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.


Rescuing Recess Campaign

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 Heart 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 rants

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 oftball Programs

Deadline for Letters of InquiryOpen

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 outh participation in baseball and softball.  Grants are intended to finance a new program, expand or improve anisting program, undertake a new ollaborative 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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