Awards starting at $25,000 to recognize the founders of USA nonprofit social impact organizations that serve low and middle-income women and children. The organization's mission must have a primary objective related to improving health, education, esteem, or related to social reform. These Awards are intended to recogni...

Award to a USA K-6 schools to recognize outstanding foreign language programs. Eligible programs take place during the school day and have been in place for at least five years. Programs will be evaluated on the basis of curriculum standards, staff, advocacy, achievement, and overall program quality. Melba D. Woodruff ...

Grants to USA, Puerto Rico, Guam, and US Virgin Islands human services agencies to enhance the employment outcomes for needy families receiving temporary assistance. Applicants are advised to create or verify the required registrations well in advance of the deadline date. Agencies will participate in technical assistance...

Grants to USA K-12 public school teachers to support innovative educational projects that have the potential to prepare students for the future and make a lasting impact on the community. Teachers will enter this contest with their ideas and compete for grants during a public voting period in October 2018. Previously f...

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...

Residencies for USA, Canada, and International documentarians, journalists, and nonfiction writers working at the professional level about important issues. The fundng 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...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to promote, preserve, and advance American Indian culture and self-sufficiency. Funding will be provided for programs that focus on the development of American Indian entrepreneurism, facilitating American Indian education (particularly college, graduate, and post-graduate education), ...

Grants to Devils Lake Area, North Dakota nonprofit organizations to benefit local communities in the areas of education, human services, art, music, history, and science. While activities may take place in adjacent communities or counties, preference will be given to projects in the Devils Lake Area. Types of items tha...

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for a broad range of programs and projects that aim to promote the welfare of the public. The funding source responds to requests that are deemed most appropriate to promote education, the arts, social welfare, medical research, and religion as determined by the Board...

Grants ranging from $500 to $5,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for activities that mitigate the environmental impact of humans on the planet. The Company aims to cultivate relationships with those who are looking to make an impact to help inspire others to joyously embrace sustainable choices. Program areas include yout...

Awards of $10,000 and one award of an additional $25,000 to USA women to recognize outstanding commitment to volunteer service and meeting community needs and concerns. Nominees will also be judged on their passion, the project's impact on addressing problems, and whether the activity's approach is innovative and interesti...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life in communities where the Funding Source operates. Initiatives should focus on disaster relief, helping children and families, access to medical and health services, services for U.S. troops, pharmacy education, and education for underserved youth. The pro...

Awards of up to $10,000 to USA public school K-12 teachers to recognize innovative projects that advance literacy and encourage students to become lifelong readers. Teachers may be nominated or self-nominate. Nominations will be reviewed by a select group of authors, educators, and Penguin Random House executives, based on...

Awards to USA individual educators for enhancing traditional education by incorporating insects and entomology as educational tools. There will be two awards, one in each of the following categories: primary teachers (grades K-6) and secondary teachers (grades 7-12).

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, for-profits, government agencies, and IHEs to develop, implement, and evaluate strategies to strengthen families, including families at risk for child maltreatment. Applicants are advised to create or verify the required registrations well in advance of the deadline date. This program...

An opportunity is available for USA preK-12 children with disabilities to display their artwork in an online exhibition. Selected artwork featured in the online series will be displayed at a live exhibition located in Washington, DC. Applications are invited for visual art pieces within the program specifications. This...

One award of $5,000 and an award of $20,000 to USA school and community-based family educators in recognition of outstanding efforts to engage families in the educational process. Funding is intended to support the implementation of the recipients' innovative ideas and to expand their programming. Both winners will rece...

Grants ranging from $300 to $4,000 to USA K‐12 schools for activities that will lead to lasting healthy changes in the school. Funding is intended for students to engage in fun programs that promote healthy eating and physical activity. Eligible uses of funds include nutrition education materials, kickoff and promotional...

Grants of $15,000 to USA nonprofits to develop new services for supporting caregivers who have taken on the role of surrogate parents to young relatives. Funding is intended to be used over a two-year period to develop the various activities. The goals of the programs are: - Supportive services to relative caregivers...

Grant of $10,000 to a USA, Canada, or International early-career psychologist for research and demonstration projects that foster understanding of the relationship between self-identity and scholastic achievement, primarily for children in kindergarten through eighth grade. Applications are invited for projects demonstrati...

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Jewish college graduates to teach English in low-income communities throughout Israel. The goal of this program is to close Israel’s educational gap and positively impact underperforming youth. Fellows will serve to advance the English communicative skills of Israeli students...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for charitable, scientific, educational, literary, or religious purposes. Funding is also intended for the prevention of child abuse and cruelty to animals. Priority will be given to organizations where at least one member of the Foundation either resides or visits frequently, in order...

Award to a USA teacher to recognize outstanding contributions to enhance the quality of education in rural communities. The winning teacher will receive a cash honorarium. In addition, their school district will receive a cash grant to purchase school supplies and instructional materials.

Grants of $2,500 and art supplies valued at $1,000 to USA and Canada PreK-8 schools whose principal is a funding source member for art-infused professional development programs that utilize creative capacity-building. Funding is intended to create a school-wide commitment to art-infused education for the long-term and to h...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits for programs focusing on conservation of the world's oceans. LOIs are due January 8, 2018. Funding is also available to Delaware, Illinois, Ohio, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. nonprofits in eligible areas for performing arts programs and to Chicago, Illinois organizatio...

Awards to USA and territories banks and individual bank employees to recognize contributions to community development, community wellbeing, and economic growth. Entries will be considered in the award categories of financial education, affordable housing, economic inclusion, volunteerism, community and economic development...

Grants to North Dakota, Wisconsin, and Minnesota nonprofit organizations and government agencies in eligible regions to meet basic needs and promote economic self-sufficiency and social and civic participation of area residents. Funding is intended to support programs, general operations, and, for community foundations on...

In-kind support of bowling curriculum materials and equipment to USA schools, bowling centers, and associations to benefit K-8 students. The program is designed to introduce school-age children to the sport of bowling and to promote a lifelong enjoyment of the sport. Funding is intended to foster youth and community health...

Grants of up to $2,500 to North Dakota nonprofit organizations and individuals in Emmons, Kidder, Logan, and McIntosh Counties for charitable, education, and scientific purposes and to promote health and safety. Funding is intended to improve the quality of life for people in the funder's service area.

Grants to USA nonprofits and K-12 schools to equip music programs with stringed instruments. The applicant organization must show evidence of need and a commitment to raising matching funds. Funding is intended to give children nationwide the opportunity to play high-quality stringed instruments so as to provide them with ...

Grants averaging $350 to USA nonprofits, schools, and churches for arts education, services, and programming. Eligible proposals are those that provide services for artists; artistic programs that engage the community; leadership training that will increase an arts organization's strength and capacity for the long term; a...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for a wide variety of environmental and community programs and projects. Letters of Inquiry are due by February 1. Funding is intended to support projects in many fields of endeavor, including but not limited to, environmental initiatives that are working t...

Grants to USA nonprofits, for-profits, IHEs, government agencies, and individuals to ensure that PreK-12 students receive quality STEM and computer education. The purpose of this program is to prepare students with the essential competencies, skills, and dispositions required to succeed in a computer-dependent world. T...

Grants and in-kind donations to USA nonprofits for programs that will enhance the lives of children and families. Funding may be awarded to programs in the areas of hunger, housing, healthcare, and education. Priority will be given to programs serving women and children. All programs should take place in an area where ...

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 ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations and schools to benefit youth in communities where the funding source has a business presence. Focus areas include arts education programs and academic programs, including tutoring. Qualifying programs must serve youth in grades K-12. This gr...

Grants to USA and Japan nonprofit organizations for educational projects that enable K-12 youth to learn about each other’s culture, country, and society, and to come together on common issues. LOIs are due by July 15, 2018. Funding is intended to meet needs at the pre-college education level, as identified by experts in...

Grants ranging from $500 to $2,500 to USA nonprofit organizations and schools for youth-oriented projects that promote environmental stewardship. Funding is intended to support solution-oriented, youth-led projects that result in real environmental outcomes. The goals of these grants are to: - Empower youth by providing...

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 ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 to Saskatchewan, Alberta, Manitoba, North Dakota, and Montana charities, nonprofits, ad hoc organizations, committees, and individuals to cover the costs of fundraising events for social causes in rural communities and agricultural regions. Funding is intended to help eligible commun...

Grants of $500 and in-kind grants of books valued at $520 to USA and territories PreK-12 teachers to help build their classroom libraries. Funding is intended to increase the accessibility of quality books to as many children as possible by bringing books into classroom libraries.

Grants to USA nonprofits in multiple states for activities in the areas of economic development, neighborhood revitalization, arts and culture, and learning through play. Funding is intended for programming, operational expenses, and capital projects that benefit local communities where the Funding Source operates (See Add...

Grants ranging from $20,000 to $75,000 to USA nonprofits, public school districts, and private and public elementary and secondary schools for children's and youth education programs, specifically in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), the environment, job training, and literacy. For t...

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA, Canada, and International researchers who are affiliated with a college, university, school district, nonprofit research facility, or nonprofit cultural institution for small research projects to improve education. Applicants must have earned a doctorate degree in an academic discipline or p...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for the development of new programs or the assessment of existing programs that promote educational success for disadvantaged children. Initial proposals are due by December 1. Applications are invited for the following two types of projects: 1. Program Development Goal: Develo...

Grants ranging from $100 to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and schools for programs that provide music education to children and youth throughout the nation. Particular interest is given to organizations that take innovative approaches, operate with a low overhead, and demonstrate collaborative elements in their wo...

Grants ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 to North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, Southwest Florida, and Manitoba nonprofit organizations, local government agencies, and schools to improve facilities used by youth baseball or softball programs. Funding may be requested for the construction and renovation of ...

Grants to USA researchers for innovative research addressing the impact of economic inequality on the nation's population. LOIs are due no later than August 20. Studies will address how inequality has affected the political, economic, and social institutions, and the extent to which increased inequality has affected equali...

Grants in the form of a $250 gift card to USA K-12 teachers for creative classroom supplies. Applicants will be judged on a sample lesson plan that shows creativity, originality, and potential impact. Funding is intended to award and encourage classroom creativity, which helps foster individuality, expression, and creative...

Grants to USA nonprofits, scholars, and IHEs for scholarly research on public policy issues that impact on the personal and economic liberties of the nation and its citizens. Funding is primarily intended to support scholarship that results in the publication of books, journal articles, and policy papers. The Foundation wi...