Grants to USA, Canada, and International individual investigators for high-quality, innovative research to improve educational practice. Funding is intended for research projects that span the life course from early childhood to adult learning, as well as those that focus on contexts outside of school. The Lyle Spencer ...

Prizes of $25,000 and other award benefits to USA and territories local governments, tribes, regions, and nonprofits representing communities that have prioritized health. Initial applications are due prior to the final deadline. Funding is intended to recognize communities that have come together around a commitment to he...

Grants of $2,500 to USA K-12 teachers for projects to enhance the quality of classroom education. Please note that teachers must be nominated prior to entering the contest; self-nominations are allowed. Winners will be decided during a public voting period. The winning teachers will receive a grant for the purchase of clas...

Grants generally ranging between $5,000 and $25,000 to Missouri and Illinois nonprofits for community benefit programs in the Greater St. Louis area. LOIs are due September 28, 2018. Funding is intended for the focus areas of education, arts and culture, health, social services, and the environment. Funding may be requeste...

Grants ranging from $2,000 to $5,000 to USA K-12 public schools, charter schools, and nonprofit parent-teacher groups to enhance school resources and facilities. Funding may be requested for technology upgrades, facility renovations, tools for STEM programs, and safety improvements. Preference will be given to requests tha...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for research and development projects that strive to improve the welfare of children, ages 0 through 7 years. Programs may focus on three general areas: early childhood welfare, play and education, and parenting education. Welfare is broadly defined to include physical and mental healt...

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA educators of grades Pre-K through 12 to help advance innovative programs that incorporate the arts into educational programming. Funding is intended to support programs that work to effectively use the arts as a learning tool in teaching children who learn differently.

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA and territories schools, community groups, nature centers, or museums for projects that involve youth in environmental and conservation education. Applicants must attend a pre-application training. Projects should help students enhance the environment of their schools or neighborhoods. Stu...

Residencies for USA, Canada, and International documentarians, journalists, and nonfiction writers working at the professional level. The funding source places particular emphasis on topics relating to the most critical and current issues that include, but are not limited to, war and conflict; social justice and human righ...

Award of $500 to a USA school or youth group that includes children in grades K-12 for an established youth garden project. This award is intended to recognize the sustainability of exceptional youth garden programs that have shown success and have impacted the lives of the children and the community in which they live.

Grants to USA and International nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies in eligible areas to benefit communities where the funding source has a business presence. New applicants must submit a pre-grant inquiry form prior to applying. Particular emphasis is placed on organizations specializing in arts and ...

Grants of up to $25,000 to Kansas and Missouri nonprofit organizations for programs and projects in the Kansas City metropolitan area that improve and enhance the lives of endangered children and other disadvantaged persons, promote cultural enrichment, and/or provide educational opportunities. The Foundation provides ...

Grants to St. Louis, Missouri nonprofit organizations and educational institutions to benefit the local community. The Foundation seeks to support organizations that train and educate for the purpose of developing self-sufficiency. Applying nonprofits should detail the following in their application: - A statement of ...

In-kind grants valued at up to $2,000 to USA, Canada, and International museums for the creation of a Maker Space area where PreK-8 children can tinker, play, and invent using a variety of materials. Funding is intended to create a space with incorporated STEM education which will inspire children to create and explore. ...

Grants of up to $2,500 to Missouri nonprofit organizations, government entities, churches, and school districts to improve the quality of life for Monett area residents. Funding is intended to address the most important community needs through both unrestricted and field-of-interest funds. The unique role of a communit...

Award of $5,000 to a USA or Canada pure or applied mathematician to recognize outstanding contributions to the quality of education for K-16 students. Nominations should cite the candidate’s past or current contributions to math education, which may include, but is not limited to: -Developing or assessing the K-16 ma...

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA K-5 teachers for hands-on math and science projects in the classroom. Funding is intended for innovative projects that will make learning math and science fun, improve teacher instruction, and result in measurable outcomes. Please note that grants are solely for project expenses, and not for c...

Grants to nonprofits in Arkansas, Oklahoma, Missouri, and Kansas for programs that benefit local communities. Funding is intended to support educational, literary, charitable, religious, or scientific programming. Priority will go to organizations which the Foundation feels will benefit the most from their support.

Grants of $700 to USA teachers, educators, principals, paraprofessionals or classified staff of K-12 public, private, and charter schools for community service or civic projects, visits to art, science and cultural museums, career enrichment opportunities, and other events or activities away from the school facility. Educa...

Grants of $300 to USA classroom teachers of grades three to six to create an educational herb garden. Funding is intended to continue the use of herbs in elementary education. The gardens may be indoor or outdoor. Funding may be used to purchase soil, plant trays, containers, and gardening tools that are appropriate for ch...

Grants of up to $500 to USA teachers working full-time in any state, excluding Colorado, Oregon, Idaho, Arkansas, Washington, and Kansas. Funding will be provided for a wide range of projects or materials that will improve student learning. This can include, but is not limited to, books, software, calculators, math manipul...

Awards of $5,000 to USA librarians for outstanding service to public, college, university, school, and community libraries. Awards are intended to recognize the librarian's investments in improving people's lives in their school, campus, and community. In addition to the cash award, each nominee will be presented with a ...

Grants to Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Maine, Massachusetts, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, and West Virginia nonprofit organizations to meet the needs of communities where the funding source has a business presence. Applications will be considered in the areas of c...

Grants ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for music education and music therapy programs. Funding is intended to support educational programming, music projects, therapy, and the purchase of equipment and instruments for schools, camps, hospitals, nursing homes, and other centers. Preference is g...

Grants to Kansas and Missouri nonprofit organizations for programs, tangible items, and capital expenses to benefit children, families, and military families in the greater Kansas City area. Priority areas include children's health and emergency support, education, and inclusion of children with special needs. Funding i...

Grants averaging $40,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and school districts that operate youth baseball or softball programs and facilities. Funding may be used to support a new program, enhance or expand an existing program, obtain equipment or facilities, or undertake a collab...

Grants of up to $1,500 to USA, Canada and International nonprofits, schools, and government agencies for the creation, application, or field testing of environmental curricula. Applicants must submit an LOI. Funding is intended to implement field activities and classroom education, and integrate basic ecological principles...

Awards to USA and Canada K-12 teachers to recognize outstanding classroom instruction of Greek, Latin, or classics. Nominations are invited on behalf of individuals demonstrating excellent teaching practices. Applications should address at least four of the following criteria: -Success, size, and growth of the classics...

Grants ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International early-career individuals for exploratory and broad-interest projects in the fields of conservation, research, storytelling, education, and technology. Funding is intended for the following areas of focus: wildlife, the human journey, or the changing pl...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribes, and IHEs for projects that promote public engagement with historical resources. Applicants are advised to verify or create the required registrations at least six weeks prior to the deadline. Emphasis is placed on projects that result in online tools. ...

Grants of $2,000 to USA and territories and Canada K-12 schools and nonprofit organizations to support new or existing educational gardens. Requests must be for an edible garden that incorporates growing vegetables, fruits, grains, or herbs. Priority will be given to projects that benefit schools in communities with limite...

Grants to USA nonprofits for a broad range of education projects operating inside or outside the USA with a particular interest in supporting underserved populations and the creative use of technology. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible before the deadline. Typically, grants are awarded to new or ...

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofits to support sustainable forest management and to involve communities in efforts to build understanding of the value of forests and biodiversity. The research generated by these projects is intended to assess conservation values and improve forest management. There are two types of gran...

Awards of $1,000 to USA women to recognize outstanding leadership in the field of education. Awards will be given to female superintendents, administrators, and other women in school leadership positions. Nominations and applications are accepted for the following three award categories: -The Superintendent Award – a...

Grants averaging $350 to USA nonprofit organizations such as charities, churches, and schools for artistic programs. Funding is intended for projects that engage the community and involve services for artists, educating youth in the arts, leadership training to strengthen the arts organization.

Grants of up to $10,000 to Missouri nonprofits, agencies, school districts, and faith-based institutions for health programs serving the residents of the Stockton area. Funding is intended to improve the quality of life of Cedar County residents by addressing the health needs of individuals in the area.

Grants ranging from $100 to $500 to USA schools, nonprofit places of learning, churches, and nature centers for projects that promote an appreciation of nature by using or developing natural landscapes and native plants. Funding is intended to cover the costs of seeds and native plants. Wild Ones is looking for project...

Grants to USA nonprofits and government agencies in multiple states for a range of programs that benefit local communities where the funding source operates. The funding source concentrates its community support the priority areas of conservation and the environment, early childhood education (birth to five years), empowe...

Grants to Liberty, Missouri nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that benefit and address the needs of community residents. Priority will be given to applicants that have a primary focus in one of the following areas of interest: aging, arts and culture, community development, education and youth services, he...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for a wide range of social change initiatives. Funding must identify with one of the following focus areas: advancement of philanthropy and volunteerism, education, entrepreneurship, advocacy and debate, advancement of women and girls, prevention of child abuse, and crisis management a...

Grants to St. Louis area, Missouri nonprofits for programs that will benefit local children and youth. Preference will be given to programs in the areas of education and healthcare. Particular interest will be given to programs that stimulate the development of new ventures, as well organizations that feature innovative ap...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International educational institutions and public-sector organizations for a campus-wide portal platform. Applications are invited from institutions seeking to upgrade their current campus portals, or to implement a first-time campus portal solution. Overview: Campus Consortium offers Gra...

Grants of up to $8,000 to USA, Canada, and International education institutions and public sector organizations for an assessment process that will help protect individual privacy rights. The assessment will include a thorough audit, an onsite visit, and a recommendation report. Based on the alarming non-compliance ins...

Grants starting at $10,000 to USA teams of scientists, farmers, ranchers, institutions, organizations, and educators in multiple Midwestern States for agricultural research and education projects that lead to sustainable and profitable systems. Eligible states include Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, M...

Grants of up to $50,000 to Missouri and Kansas nonprofit organizations to benefit residents of the Greater Kansas City area. Applicants are encouraged to contact program staff prior to applying. The Foundation supports organizations working in the areas of education, health and human services, arts and culture, and neighbo...

Grants of up to $15,000 to Missouri nonprofit organizations, government agencies, school districts, and faith-based organizations to promote inclusion, equity, and diversity in the City of Springfield and Greene County. Priority will be given to organizations that work to build partnerships with others within the community...

Fellowships to USA individuals for projects that catalyze change and advance reform on issues related to the criminal justice system. The fellowships are intended to mitigate the harmful impact of current criminal justice policies on communities, families, and individuals in the United States. Fellowships should involve...

In-Kind Grants of $200 in the form of gift cards to USA individuals and community, school, and nonprofit groups for youth-led community service projects. Funding is intended for youth to identify and address a priority community need through a service campaign for animals, people, or the environment. Successful Roots &...

Grants ranging from $35,000 to $50,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for grassroots projects that empower girls and women living in extreme poverty. Applications are invited for projects that promote good health, economic self-sufficiency, and education in developing countries. Dining for Women is an educational givin...

Matching grants to USA and territories community organizations, government agencies, schools, and businesses for the purchase of new playground systems for local communities. The goal of this grant program is to help communities provide children and families with more opportunities for play. Funding is available for the ...