Synopsis

The sponsor offers scholarships of $37,000 per year for each year of a three-year periodontal training program.

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The sponsor provides support for strategic and highly leveraged humanitarian efforts of a global nature.

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Awards of up to $5,000 are made to support research broadly related to education for library and information science.

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An award is given to recognize and honor those school-based teacher educators whose work in a clinical environment helps teachers become better at what they do. Nominations for the national award must come through the State Affiliates.

Deadline Note

The deadline to enter is July 15, 2008. A panel of judges will review entries prior to December 10, 2008. Up to three finalists will be notified prior to January 10, 2009 in order that preparation can be made for a program presentation and exhibit at the ATE Annual Meeting.

Synopsis

An award is given to recognize and honor outstanding teacher education programs that exemplify collaboration between local education agencies and institutions of higher education in program development and administration. Eligible applicants are consortiums of higher education institutions, school systems, and other involved agencies.

Synopsis

The sponsor's conservation grants are intended to encourage plant conservation activities and partnerships within and between AZH members, member zoos and member zoo partners. These grants are intended as venture capital or "seed" money for projects relating to broad plant conservation issues and activities of modern zoos within the support capabilities of the association. The focus for these grants should be plant conservation activities that tie to habitat conservation, biological diversity preservation, germplasm preservation, environmental education, and/or improvements in horticulture or botanical operations.

Synopsis

This program provides funds to Catholic and other nonprofit organizations whose focus is on providing aid to the poor and needy and educational opportunities to persons who would otherwise not be able to participate.

Deadline Note

The deadlines for submission of letters of intent are: March 17, 2008 and July 15, 2008. Full proposals will be invited.

Synopsis

The sponsor supports programs that address both the health of individuals and the community. It adopts a broad definition of health as a state of complete physical, mental and social well being, transcending the mere absence of disease or illness. Accordingly, the Trust’s grant making in the health field considers the full range of health determinants, including lifestyle and health behaviors, the attributes of the social and physical environment that influence health status, as well as access to and utilization of health care services.

Deadline Note

Deadlines are as follows: January 15 for March meetings; April 15 for June meetings; July 15 for September meetings; and October 15 for December meetings.

Synopsis

Support is provided in the areas of education, medical and scientific research, community, health and social services and, to a lesser degree, the arts and humanities. Tax-exempt organizations, primarily in the state of California, are eligible. Grants are for one year.

Deadline Note

The January 15 deadline is for June decisions. The July 15 deadline is for late Fall decisions.

Synopsis

Grants normally ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 for one year are provided for precollegiate education (with emphasis on the K-8 level) in the San Francisco Bay Area. Eligible applicants are independent schools and nonprofit organizations which offer school-based services to public schools or districts.

Synopsis

Support is provided to Kalamazoo, Michigan area nonprofit, tax exempt organizations, whose work benefits, or will benefit, the community. Priority areas are: the arts, culture and humanities; human services; education and youth activities; community development; and health and well-being. At times, the sponsor may provide assistance for operating costs, but generally only for a limited duration.

Deadline Note

Applications received by January 15 will receive notification by June 1. Applications received by July 15 will receive notification by December 1.

Synopsis

To encourage new ways of presenting European art to the American public, the sponsor's Old Masters in Context Program invites joint proposals from art curators and art historians (and art conservators, as appropriate) to interpret works of art in relation to their European origins.

Synopsis

The sponsor promotes and enables community-wide philanthropic giving to enrich and improve the lives of people in the greater Midland and Gladwin County areas of Michigan.

Deadline Note

The sponsor evaluates proposals on a quarterly basis. For a February decision, proposals are due by January 15; for a May decision, proposals are due by April 15; for an August decision, proposals are due by July 15; and for a November decision, proposals are due by October 15.

Synopsis

The sponsor provides support to U.S. education-based nonprofit organizations to fund education initiatives that demonstrate broad impact and measurable results, with a particular emphasis on math, science, technology and engineering initiatives.

Deadline Note

Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a Letter of Inquiry as early as practicably possible for review. It is recommended that preproposals be received no later than December 15 to be considered for the April funding cycle and July 15 to be considered for the October funding cycle. Full proposals are to be submitted by invitation only.

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Support is provided for projects to promote greater understanding between the U.S. and Japan, focusing on the areas of improved instruction in precollegiate education, communication/public opinion, and policy studies on central issues facing the U.S. and Japan.

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The sponsor provides funding to organizations located in its service area who are undertaking projects in the areas of economic and community development, environmental leadership and stewardship, and education and workforce development.

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The sponsor supports organizations, programs and institutions that provide new or enhanced opportunity to those within the granting areas, particularly the young.

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The sponsor provides funding to nonprofit organizations for the purchase of equipment, attendance at training or other such resources necessary to enhance their staff's capability. Up to twenty grants will be provided, ranging from $100 to $1,000.

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The Mini-Grant Program will provide awards ranging from $500 to $2,500 to fund activities and projects that provide educational opportunities to students within the 29 counties of Appalachian Ohio.

Deadline Note

Letters of intent must be received by July 23, 2008. Invited full proposals are due by December 8, 2008.

Synopsis

Support is provided to stimulate new, innovative projects directed towards enhancing patient safety in the United States. Its objective is to promote studies leading to prevention of human errors, system errors and any form of preventable injuries in health care and the adverse consequences to patients that may result. The maximum award is $100,000 for a project of up to two years.

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An award is given to recognize and honor those individuals in higher education or state departments of education who have advanced the profession of teacher education. Nominees must have been a member of the Association of Teacher Educators for at least seven years.

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The sponsor seeks proposals from faith-based coalitions to advance community policies or environmental changes that aim to increase access to healthy foods and/or opportunities for physical activity among children. This call for proposals (CFP) places emphasis on reaching those children who are at highest risk for obesity on the basis of income, race/ethnicity or location. Up to $225,000 per project over twenty-four months is available.

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The sponsor will provide support to an eligible higher education institution for a program aimed at improving teaching, research, and outreach at the University of Ngozi in Burundi. USAID/Burundi encourages U.S. universities with expertise in applied agricultural research, extension, and agribusiness to apply for this partnership award.

Synopsis

The sponsor provides grants to fund community improvement initiatives in communities with an active ADM facility. Up to four grants of $10,000 each will be awarded.

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An annual award honors individuals who, during their careers, demonstrate extraordinary leadership to increase the participation of underrepresented groups in science and engineering fields and careers. These groups include: women of all racial and ethnic groups; African American, Native American, and Hispanic men; and people with disabilities. Two types of awards are available: Mentor Awards and Lifetime Mentor Awards (each $5,000).

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Support is provided for scholars who are university professors and instructors, doctoral candidates, professional researchers at research institutes and other qualified professionals who want to conduct field research on relevant subjects in Korea. Duration is from three to twelve months. Fellows receive a monthly stipend and round-trip international airfare.

Synopsis

The sponsor provides support for nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status providing services in the focus areas of economic empowerment, youth development and community support. Special consideration is given to programs which support low- to moderate-income individuals by providing services, training or education which improve the quality of life and provide opportunities for advancement.

Deadline Note

Applicants are required to initiate requets for grants by submitting a letter of intent. Full proposals, if invited, will be due by the above deadlines.

Synopsis

The sponsor supports organizations and projects which serve the needs of the disadvantaged in the Baltimore, MD community and the region. The sponsor is devoted to: joining others in seeking solutions to pervasive and stubborn social and economic problems; promoting the development of fuller human potential and achievement of self-sufficiency through educational opportunities; and strengthening organizations to provide greater access and more effective services.

Deadline Note

Proposal letters are accepted on an ongoing basis throughout the year, but are considered only in the next grantmaking cycle. The deadlines for proposal letters are November 1, February 1, May 1 and August 1.

Synopsis

The sponsor seeks to improve the quality of life in the communities it serves by supporting programs in the areas of: human needs, education, culture and art, civic and the environment.

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The purpose of the REF/Amgen Pediatric Rheumatology Visiting Professorship Award is to provide an educational forum in pediatric rheumatology to all disciplines involved in the care of children with rheumatic diseases and opportunities for medical students, residents and fellows in institutions where there is no pediatric rheumatology program. Each visiting professor will receive a $2,000 honorarium.

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The purpose of the REF Paula de Merieux Rheumatology Fellowship Award is to ensure that a diverse and highly trained workforce is available to provide competent clinical care to those affected by rheumatic diseases. Recipients will receive $25,000.

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The purpose of the Innovative Teaching Grant is to support the development of high quality teaching programs and materials for students, residents and fellows.

Synopsis

The sponsor provides grant support for projects in the areas of youth and scientific education. Average grants range from $10,000 to $100,000 per year.

Deadline Note

Proposals are accepted between February 1 and August 1, 2008.

Synopsis

The sponsor awards grants throughout the United States and Canada for projects related to conservation of fish and wildlife resources.

Deadline Note

The deadline for receipt of letters of inquiry is August 1, 2008. Full applications, if invited, will be due by October 1, 2008.

Synopsis

The sponsor provides support to 501(c)(3) organizations engaged in educational programs for aspiring songwriters and composers.

Deadline Note

Nominations must be submitted electronically.

Synopsis

The sponsor provides a $10,000 award to an emerging education leader with exemplary commitment and exceptional contribution to the profession.