Grants for Independent school districts - Education

The Arizona Community Foundation of Flagstaff is currently accepting grant applications aimed at fostering a culture of community philanthropy and generating lasting financial capacity to support vital community programs. As part of its ongoing mission, the Foundation is committed to sustaining services that respond to the evolving needs of the Flagstaff community through strategic grantmaking. The Foundation places a central emphasis on the role of local nonprofits as key partners in service delivery and community development. The grant program provides funding opportunities for schools, nonprofit organizations, and community groups operating within the Flagstaff Metropolitan Planning Organization's coverage area. This includes areas from Bellemont to the west, Kachina Village and Mountainaire to the south, Winona to the east, and San Francisco Peaks to the north, encompassing the Flagstaff Unified School District as well. The Foundation supports both new initiatives and ongoing programs that enhance the quality of life for Flagstaff residents. Applicants can apply for support under several designated Fields of Interest. These include the Flagstaff Education Fund, Educational Resources Fund, Environmental Education and Conservation Fund, Healthcare Fund, Music Education Fund, Pickard Arts & Culture Fund, Social Services Fund, Victim Services Fund, Youth Fund, Animal Welfare Fund, and Substance Abuse Prevention Fund. These categories reflect the Foundation’s comprehensive approach to addressing various aspects of community well-being through targeted investment. Eligible uses of grant funds include building organizational capacity, supporting direct service delivery, and covering capital expenditures. Additionally, general operating support and administrative costs are allowable. The Foundation supports both one-year projects and renewable proposals, although renewal funding is not guaranteed. Grants are typically awarded in the range of $750 to $5,000, with a stated upper funding range of up to $10,000. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations, schools, municipalities, or tribal entities with verified fiscal accountability. Religious organizations may apply for funding of non-sectarian programs. All applicants must comply with the Foundation’s non-discrimination policy, confirming no unlawful discrimination in employment or service provision. The organization must have current tax-exempt status; applications from entities with a lapsed or revoked status will not be considered. The application deadline for this grant cycle is May 22, 2024. An eligibility quiz must be completed before accessing the full application. The Foundation’s website serves as the primary source of information and application submission. While specific dates for award announcements are not listed, the timeline for review and notification generally follows the closing of the application window. Additional questions and application guidance are available directly through the Arizona Community Foundation of Flagstaff.

The Joe DeMott Port Allegany Community Development Fund, administered by the McKean County Community Foundation, is currently accepting applications. This grant program aims to support a wide array of projects, aligning with the Foundation's broader mission of fostering community well-being and development. The fund's focus areas, including arts, community development, education, environment, and health and social services, reflect a comprehensive approach to addressing the diverse needs within the Port Allegany School District. The primary beneficiaries of this fund are organizations operating within the Port Allegany School District, specifically 501c3 organizations, schools, municipalities, or religious organizations that serve the public. The impact goal is to enhance the quality of life and promote growth in these key areas. By supporting local initiatives, the fund seeks to empower community groups to implement projects that create positive, tangible changes for residents. The program prioritizes projects that fall under the aforementioned categories: arts, community development, education, environment, or health and social services. This broad scope allows for a variety of innovative and impactful projects to be considered. The strategic priority of the McKean County Community Foundation, as evidenced by this fund, is to invest in local communities to cultivate sustainable development and address critical needs across multiple sectors. While specific expected outcomes and measurable results are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, the nature of the supported areas implies a desire for improved community infrastructure, enhanced educational opportunities, increased access to arts and cultural experiences, a healthier environment, and more robust social support systems. The theory of change behind this fund is likely that by providing financial resources to local organizations, they can effectively implement projects that lead to a stronger, more vibrant, and more resilient Port Allegany community. The maximum grant amount of $1400 suggests an emphasis on supporting numerous smaller-scale, impactful initiatives.

Ball Brothers Foundation offers General Grants to support organizations operating within Indiana, with a strong focus on East Central Indiana and the Muncie/Delaware County area. These grants, ranging from $5,000 to $100,000, aim to fund capacity-building initiatives, innovative approaches for community needs, specific program/project initiatives, general operating support, and seed money for new endeavors. Grant renewed every year. Grant Round 1 Annual deadlines: April 1st (preliminary application February 15th)

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, local government agencies, libraries, and schools in Georgia to support arts education programs for K-12 students, fostering community growth through diverse artistic activities.

This grant provides funding to support postdoctoral researchers transitioning to independent faculty positions, focusing on innovative research in pain management and substance use disorders.

This funding opportunity supports the development of innovative molecular and genetic tools for neuroscientific research, enabling precise access to specific brain cell types across various vertebrate species, with a strong emphasis on collaboration, inclusivity, and resource sharing.

This program provides funding to public K-12 and charter schools in Illinois to enhance arts education by engaging local artists and purchasing necessary materials and equipment.

Targeting projects led by members from historically excluded communities, this track offers specialized support including workshops and direct consultations. Focusing on equity and inclusion within Massachusetts narratives, the grant promotes projects that reinterpret recognized histories or highlight new stories. The funding, up to $20,000, supports up to 15 selected projects through a non-competitive review process, fostering equitable representation in the state’s cultural narrative. LOI April 5th

The IDEA Capacity Building Grant, offered by the Division for Special Education Services and Supports, aims to provide federal funds to Local Educational Agencies (LEAs) and Georgia Network for Education and Therapeutic Services Support (GNETS) in Georgia. The grant supports projects for students with disabilities, focusing on professional learning, high-quality instructional materials, and evidence-based interventions. The grant period is from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, with funds allocated to improve literacy and ELA standards compliance.

This grant provides $100,000 to nonprofit organizations in New Jersey for new or expanded initiatives that demonstrate measurable community impact and sustainability.

This funding opportunity supports U.S. institutions and organizations in developing centers that integrate advanced translational science into cancer clinical trials, enhancing research on precision medicine and rare cancers.

This funding opportunity provides support for research projects that utilize health information technology to improve healthcare access, quality, and outcomes for underserved populations in the U.S. experiencing health disparities.

The grant titled "BRAIN Initiative: Engineering and optimization of molecular technologies for functional dissection of neural circuits" aims to support the development and enhancement of molecular tools that can specifically target brain cells, enabling the observation and control of neural circuits in experimental animals.

This funding opportunity supports research projects that explore innovative combinations of radiation therapy and other treatments to improve cancer care, inviting applications from a diverse range of organizations, including universities, nonprofits, and for-profit entities.

This funding opportunity supports research projects that aim to reduce health disparities related to HIV and substance use among underserved racial and ethnic populations in the U.S.

The purpose of this concept is to facilitate the formation and maintenance of multidisciplinary research teams ready to employ epidemiological and/or etiological datasets and analyses to answer substance use prevention research questions and apply findings to intervention development or implementation. Projects supported through this concept will combine hands-on meeting formats, including both sandpit and hackathon approaches, with activities to sustain new research teams and networks, creating a foundational structure for research programs that have impact across disciplines.

This funding opportunity supports advanced pre-clinical research projects that utilize nanotechnology to improve cancer treatment and diagnostics, aiming to transition these innovations toward clinical applications.

This funding opportunity supports early-career researchers in the U.S. to develop their skills in implementation science for effective substance use prevention and treatment, enabling them to lead clinical trials that address the opioid crisis.

This program provides funding to Missouri schools and nonprofits to help cover transportation costs for field trips that connect students with nature at state parks and historic sites.

The City of Orlando is offering a matching grant program, ranging from $1,000 to $10,000, for schools and non-profit organizations to fund youth programs that enhance academic achievement, reduce crime, and promote safe communities, with funds being used for educational, athletic, civic engagement, or mentoring opportunities, excluding certain expenses like computers, office equipment, and in-school programs.