Grants

   **Captain Planet Foundation Seeks Applications for K-12 Environment-Based Projects** Seed grants of up to $500 are intended to get local environment-based education into schools and communities.... Posted on October 18, 2013 Deadline: January 31, 2014
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 * The following grants are listed in order by application deadline and grouped by month due. Plus, don’t miss continuing opportunities located in the “ongoing section” at the end. ||

 **ING Unsung Heroes Program Invites K-12 Educators to Apply for 2014 Class Project Awards** One hundred educators in the United States will be selected to receive awards of up to $27,000 to help fund innovative classroom projects.... Posted on October 18, 2013 Deadline: April 30, 2014

Here is a recent Power Point Presentation on Jones Onslow Bright Ideas.
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October 2013
 [|Whole Kids Foundation School Garden Grants] Through its School Garden Grant Program, the Whole Kids Foundation provides grants of $2,000 to support school garden projects. Garden projects may be at any stage of development: planning, construction or operation. Apply by October 31, 2013. ||
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 [|Georgia-Pacific Foundation Grant] The Georgia-Pacific Foundation supports a wide range of organizations that improve the quality of life in communities where Georgia-Pacific operates. The Foundation awards grants in the following areas: educational efforts, community enrichment, environmental programs, and entrepreneurship initiatives. Applications are due October 31, 2013. ||
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November 2013
<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Marine Debris Prevention and Removal Grants] The Marine Debris Prevention and Removal Grants Program supports locally-driven, community-based marine debris prevention and removal projects that benefit coastal habitat, waterways and wildlife, including migratory fish. Apply by November 1, 2013. ||
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[|Durham County Open Space Matching Grants Program] Durham County Open Space Matching Grants Program Accepting Applications

The Matching Grants Program of the Durham Open Space and Trails Commission is accepting applications from nonprofit organizations in Durham City and County. The grants are to assist nonprofit organizations in preserving open space lands and promoting new or improved recreational opportunities for citizens.

<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|N-Vision a Brighter Future Grant] N-Vision a Brighter Future Grants are awarded to fund hands-on projects in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). Open to elementary, middle and high schools. Apply by November 15, 2013. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Subaru Healthy Sprouts Garden Grant] Subaru Healthy Sprouts recognizes and supports youth gardening programs focused on the teaching of environment, nutrition and hunger issues in the U.S. To be eligible, your school or organization must plan to garden with at least 15 children between the ages of 3 and 18. Apply by November 15, 2013. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Hesselbein Institute Ambassador Scholarship] The American Managment Association and the Hesselbein Leadership Institute offer the Ambassador Scholarship, one year of intellectual resources and opportunities to assist leaders at all levels, in all sectors, to be the strong leaders today who will lead the organizations of the future. Apply by November 29, 2013. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 1.4em;">December 2013
<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Walmart Local Giving Program] Walmart believes in operating globally and giving back locally – creating impact in the neighborhoods where we live and work. Through the Local Giving Program, Walmart stores, Sam's Clubs and Logistics facilities can support the needs of their communities by providing grants to local organizations. The application deadline to apply for the 2013 cycle is December 1, 2013. The Local Giving Program awards grants of $250 to $2,500 through each of their Walmart stores, Sam's Clubs and Logistics facilities. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|SeaWorld & Busch Gardens Conservation Fund] The SeaWorld & Busch Gardens Conservation Fund provides grants in support of wildlife conservation projects - including conservation education. Grants generally range from $5,000 to $25,000. Apply by December 1, 2013. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Laura Bush Foundation School Library Grants] The Laura Bush Foundation provides up to $5,000 for school libraries to update, extend, and diversify their book and serials collections. Eligible schools have a student body where 80% or more of the students qualify for free or reduced lunches. Apply by December 2, 2013. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Stephen J. Brady STOP Hunger Scholarships] The Stephen J. Brady STOP Hunger Scholarships recognize and reward students (kindergarten-graduate school) who are working to eliminate hunger in America. If your students volunteer in a school or community garden, they might be eligible. Apply by December 5, 2013. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Temper of the Times Foundation Grants] The Temper of the Times Foundation provides funds to underwrite advertising designed to promote wildland ecosystem conservation and restoration in the U.S. Grants range from $5,000 to $15,000. Applications must be submitted via email by December 15, 2013. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Fiskars Project Orange Thumb Garden Grants] If you’re part of a community garden group or civic organization in the U.S. or Canada, your organization could receive $5,000 in cash and garden tools to help you reach your goals of community change. Your group could even be the recipient of a complete garden makeover, in which the Project Orange Thumb team comes to your neighborhood and turns unused space into a beautiful community garden in just one day! Apply by December 31, 2013. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|National Children & Youth Garden Symposium] The 22nd annual National Children & Youth Garden Symposium will be held July 17-19, 2014 in Columbus, Ohio. Session proposals and scholarship applications are due by January 10, 2014. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Sodexo Youth Grants] Youth Service America will award Sodexo Youth Grants of $500 each to support youth-led service projects in the U.S. that address the issue of childhood hunger. Apply by January 31, 2014. ||
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[|Albemarle-Pamlico National Estuary Partnership- Resources for Educators] To promote stewardship of the Albemarle-Pamlico region's natural resources, APNEP supports a variety of educational programs and initiatives. These include an annual teacher institute, the Shad in the Classroom partnership, our Citizens' Monitoring Network, recurring grants which may be used to construct outdoor education facilities, and other opportunities. Visit http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/apnep/educators for an overview of current offerings, or sign up for our mailing list at bit.ly/apneplist to hear more from us.

<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Gannett Foundation Community Action Grants (NC)] The Gannett Foundation supports local organizations in communities served by the Gannett Company. In North Carolina, this includes the Asheville and Greensboro markets. Priorities include education and neighborhood improvement, youth development, community problem-solving and environmental conservation. Applications considered twice a year: February 15 and August 15 (some areas may have earlier deadlines). ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|ShoeBox Recycling & Fundraising Program] Shoe recycling is a simple way for your organization or school to make money. ShoeBox Recycling will pay $.50 per pound for paired, secondhand shoes. No shipping costs! ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Walmart Foundation National Giving Program Grants] Through its National Giving Program, the Walmart Foundation awards grants of $250,000 and above to non-profit organizations that operate on a national scope through chapters/affiliates in many states around the country or through programs that operate regionally/locally but seek funding to replicate program activities nationally. The Foundation accepts program ideas year-round using the Letter of Inquiry format only. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Cornell Douglas Foundation Grants] The Cornell Douglas Foundation provides grants to organizations that advocate for environmental health and justice, encourage stewardship of the environment, and further respect for sustainability of resources. The average grant amount is $10,000. Applications accepted year-round. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|National Wildlife Federation Tree Grants] The National Wildlife Federation's tree bank program provides free trees to schools, youth groups and nonprofit organizations. Apply by January 31 for spring planting dates (February-May 10) and by September 21 for fall planting dates (October-January). ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Environmental Research & Education Foundation Grants] The Environmental Research & Education Foundation accepts proposals for research projects and educational initiatives for developing tools that promote awareness or increase knowledge of the solid waste industry. Awards are generally up to $500,000. Pre-proposals are due by 5 p.m. each May 21 and October 1. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Bank of America Grants] The Bank of America offers grants that support high-impact initiatives, organizations and the development of visionary leaders. Schools with farm-to-school programs may be eligible under the areas: (1) assisting with food access and/or (2) developing career leadership and skills. Requests for proposals are issued three times per year. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Lego Children's Fund] The LEGO Children’s Fund provides grants primarily in two focus areas: (1) early childhood education and development that is directly related to creativity and (2) technology and communication projects that advance learning opportunities. Typical awards are between $500 and $5,000. Applications accepted four times a year. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Bush Fellowship Program] The Bush Fellowship is an opportunity for individuals to increase their capacity for and improve their practice of leadership, while working with others to solve tough problems in their communities. Applications accepted three times per year. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Westinghouse Charitable Giving] Westinghouse provides grants to nonprofit programs that support science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education, environmental sustainability, and community vitality. Grants of up to $5,000 are available for programs located not more than 100 miles from a Westinghouse site. Applications are accepted year-round and reviewed four times per year. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Costco Wholesale Grants] Costco Wholesale grants support programs focusing on children, education and health and human services. They look to achieve the greatest impact where Costco’s employees and members live and work. Only 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, which meet their giving guidelines and focus areas, are considered. Applications are accepted throughout the year on a rolling basis. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|#SciFund Challenge] The current rate of funding for science proposals in the U.S. is about 20%. The #SciFund Challenge is an experiment – can scientists use crowdfunding to fund their research? It is also a way to get scientists to directly engage with the public. Crowdfunding forces scientists to build public interaction and outreach into their research from day one. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Campus Progress Action Alliance Grants] Campus Progress works with youth-led community and campus groups on various issues, including the environment. Young people can join an Action Alliance with Campus Progress by applying for an organizing grant of up to $1,500 a year to help with websites, fliers or anything else they might need. Organizing grant applications are accepted year round. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Funding Factory Recycling & Fundraising Program] FundingFactory is a free program where schools, non-profits, and charities earn points that can be redeemed for cash or products by recycling their empty printer cartridges, cell phones, laptops, and other small electronics. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|NiSource Charitable Foundation Grants] The NiSource Charitable Foundation funds nonprofit organizations focusing on learning and science education, environmental and energy sustainability, community vitality and development, and public safety and human services. Eligible organizations must have a direct impact in a NiSource service area. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Communities Take Root Grants] The Fruit Tree Planting Foundation (FTPF) and Dreyer's Fruit Bars are planting orchards across the country in a collaborative program called "Communities Take Root," and your town could be next! They invite your community to apply for this exciting opportunity to grow fresh fruit, beautify neighborhoods, strengthen relationships and build community food security—all through the simple act of planting fruit trees. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Fruit Tree 101 Grants] “Fruit Tree 101” is a program that creates outdoor edible orchard classrooms at public schools of all levels, across the country, to provide generations of students with environmental education opportunities and a source of organic fruit for improved school lunch nutrition. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|EarthEcho Water Planet Challenge Grants] The EarthEcho Water Planet Challenge Grants of $2,000 are available to middle and high school public educators to support service-learning programs that improve the health of the planet. Applications are accepted throughout the year and reviewed three times per year. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Simply Organic 1% Grants] The Simply Organic 1% fund supports and promotes the growth of organic and sustainable agriculture. One percent of sales on all Simply Organic spices, seasonings, flavors and mixes goes to support organic agriculture — through research, education and grower development. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Jessie Smith Noyes Foundation Grants] The Jessie Smith Noyes Foundation supports grassroots organizations and movements in the U.S. working to change environmental, social, economic and political conditions to bring about a more just, equitable and sustainable world. Applications are accepted throughout the year. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|$250 Do Something Club Grants] If your school has a Do Something Club that is working on social action projects in your community, you're eligible to apply for a $250 Do Something Clubs Grant. Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. ET on the last day of every month. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Awesome Food $1,000 Microgrants] Awesome Food, a chapter of the worldwide Awesome Foundation, is accepting grant applications to further food awesomeness in the universe. Applications are reviewed as they are received. One grant is awarded each month. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Awesome Foundation $1,000 Microgrants] Need some funding for your crazy brilliant idea? The Awesome Foundation awards $1,000 grants every month. It couldn't be simpler. Deadlines are rolling. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|School Salad Bar Grants] Let's Move Salad Bars to Schools is a grassroots public health effort to engage stakeholders at the local, state and national level to support salad bars in schools. The program's goal is to fund and award 6,000 salad bars over the next three years. Any K-12 school district participating in the National School Lunch Program is eligible. Applications accepted throughout the year. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|International Paper Environmental Education Grants] The International Paper Foundation supports non-profit organizations in communities where its employees live and work. Environmental education is one of the primary areas the Foundation supports. An online application process routes applications to the appropriate local facility for consideration. Contact your local facility for submission deadlines. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Adopt-A-Classroom Educational Grants] Public school teachers who register their classroom at the Adopt-a-Classroom website can be adopted by an individual, business or foundation. Once adopted, teachers will receive credit to purchase items that enrich the learning environment, including classroom technology. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Seed Fundraisers for Schools] Get "seed" money for your school! Two different fundraising programs for schools from Renee's Garden and the Seed Savers Exchange. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Mitsubishi Corporation Grants] Mitsubishi Corporation Foundation for the Americas supports projects in biodiversity conservation, sustainable development, environmental justice and environmental education. While proposals are accepted all year, ideal timing is during the first quarter of the calendar year. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Earn Ofﬁce Depot Gift Cards by Recycling at School] Your school will receive credit for any type of ink or toner cartridges that are not visibly damaged. You may also receive credit for qualifying small electronics, such as cell phones and MP3 players. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Cedar Tree Foundation Grants] The Cedar Tree Foundation makes grants in the following areas of concern: environmental education, environmental health and sustainable agriculture. Particular consideration is given to proposals demonstrating strong elements of environmental justice and/or conservation within the program areas listed above. Letters of inquiry accepted year-round. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Lawrence Foundation] The Lawrence Foundation is a private, family foundation focused on making grants to support environmental, education, human services and other causes. Applications are open to any organization that meets the grant guidelines. Grants are awarded every June and December. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Jamba Juice "Sip to Support a Garden" Fundraiser] Through the Sip to Support a Garden program, schools and community gardens can earn year-round funding for their garden programs. Register your school or public community garden group with Jamba's swipe card program and every time a supporter of your group uses the card at a participating Jamba Juice, your program gets 10% of the sales. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Fuel Up to Play 60 School Wellness Grants] Eligible schools may apply for up to $4,000 to help increase awareness of and access to nutrient-rich foods and physical activity opportunities for students. The grants can be used for a variety of activities, tools, materials, student and staff incentives, staff development, and overall Fuel Up to Play 60 program implementation. Applications accepted four times per year. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Ashoka's Youth Venture] Youth Venture inspires and invests in teams of young people to design and launch their own lasting social ventures, enabling them to have a transformative experience of leading positive social change. When the team is ready to launch, Youth Venture offers seed funding up to $1,000, guidance, tools and support, and a supportive network of fellow Youth Venturers. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Public Lands Every Day Capacity Building Grants] These grants seek to strengthen the stewardship of public lands by strengthening Friends Groups through funding for organizational capacity building. Applications are accepted April 30 and October 30 every year. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|PepsiCo Foundation Grants] These grants support health, including food security and improved nutrition; environment, including water security, sustainable agriculture, and adaptive approaches to climate change; and education, including access to education and training for the underserved and women's empowerment. Requests up to $100,000 are accepted year-round. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|$500 Do Something Seed Grant] Young people age 25 and under who are working to start a community action project or program are eligible to apply for a $500 Do Something Seed Grant. One winner is chosen every week. No deadline. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Office Depot Foundation Grants] The Office Depot Foundation awards grants to support activities that serve, teach and inspire children, youth and families, and to support civic organizations and activities that serve community needs. Grants range from $50 to $3,000. Applications are reviewed year-round. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|TELL US ABOUT IT!!!] Hi eenorthcarolina.org users! It's our privilege to provide this resource for you. Have you applied for, or even better, received a grant or contest that you learned about from this page? Please let us know about it. Just send a quick email to Marty.Wiggins@ncdenr.gov and let us know. This will help us better serve you! ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Verizon Foundation Literacy and Education Grants] The Verizon Foundation awards grants to K-12 schools to increase literacy and educational achievement levels. Proposals are considered from public and private elementary and secondary schools registered with the National Center for Education Statistics. Unsolicited proposals are reviewed on a continuous calendar year basis, from January 1 - October 14. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|ING Foundation Grants] The ING Foundation awards grants of $2,500 to $100,000 and more to non-profit organizations. The Foundation focuses on financial literacy, children’s education, diversity and environmental sustainability. Grant requests are reviewed quarterly. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|MeadWestvaco Foundation Grants] The MeadWestvaco Foundation seeks to provide leadership for advancing research, education and public dialogue on public policy issues of special interest, such as the economy, regulation and environmental stewardship. Proposals for grants are accepted throughout the year. Grants range from $250 to $10,000. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Ways to Help] WaysToHelp.org invites teens in the U.S. to apply for grants to fund their community service ideas across any one of 16 issue areas, including the environment. Grant requests are reviewed and responded to on a monthly basis. Grants up to $500 are awarded. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|National Geographic Conservation Trust Offers Funding to Preserve Earth's Resources] The objective of the National Geographic Conservation Trust is to support conservation activities around the world as they fit within the mission of the National Geographic Society. The trust will fund projects that contribute significantly to the preservation and sustainable use of the Earth's biological, cultural, and historical resources. While grant amounts vary greatly, most range from $15,000 to $20,000 each. Pre-applications accepted throughout the year, but should be submitted at least eight months prior to anticipated field dates. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Waste Management Charitable Giving] Recognizing that healthy, thriving communities depend on involved citizens, organizations, and corporate partners for momentum, Waste Management lends its support and services to programs related to environmental education, the environment and the community. Applications accepted year-round. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Fruit Tree Orchard Grant, "Fruit Tree 101" Program] Orchards are donated where the harvest will best serve communities for generations, such as community gardens, public schools and parks, low-income neighborhoods, Native American reservations, international hunger relief sites, and animal sanctuaries. Fruit Tree 101 grants for public schools only. Applications accepted on an ongoing basis. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|USDA Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food Grants, Loans and Support] The USDA has programs throughout its operations that can assist farmers, help consumers access nutritious foods, and support rural community development. This page lists several programs and grants to assist those involved in local food systems, food and nutrition-related community development and farm to school programs. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Norcross Wildlife Foundation Grant] The Norcross Wildlife Foundation supports grassroots organizations in the U.S. working to protect wild land. Grants averaging $5,000 are provided primarily for program-related office and field equipment and public education and outreach materials. The Foundation also provides no-interest loans to acquire land prioritized for conservation. Applications may be submitted at any time. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Wal-mart State Giving Program] The Wal-mart State Giving Program seeks to support organizations with programs that align with its mission to create opportunities so people can live better. The Foundation has four areas of focus: Education, Workforce Development / Economic Opportunity, Health & Wellness, and Environmental Sustainability. Minimum grants are $25,000. The submission deadlines are April 17 and September 18 each year. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Toyota Grant Programs] Toyota Motor Sales, USA Inc. and the Toyota USA Foundation support programs in education, environment and safety. Applicant organizations must be tax-exempt. Grant applications are accepted on a rolling basis. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Annenberg Foundation Grants] The Annenberg Foundation focuses its grantmaking on education and youth development; arts, culture, and humanities; civic and community; animal services and the environment; and health and human services. Letters of inquiry that address these interests are accepted throughout the year. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Ben & Jerry's Foundation Grants] Competitive grants are available to not-for-profit, grassroots organizations in the U.S. that facilitate progressive social change by addressing the underlying conditions of societal and environmental problems. Only proposals from grassroots, constituent-led organizations are considered. Letters of interest may be submitted at any time. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Project AWARE Foundation Grant] Project AWARE Foundation grants support conservation of marine and freshwater underwater environments, with a focus on coral reefs, shark protection, sustainable fisheries, ecotourism, shoreline cleanups, and aquatic education for children. Grants range up to $10,000. Application deadlines are March 15, June 15, September 15, and December 15. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|AIAA: Grants for Science and Math Programs] K-12 teachers who develop or apply science, math and technology may qualify for a grant of up to $250. Grants may be used for demonstration kits, science supplies, math and science software and other materials to help make science, math and technology come alive in the classroom. Grants will be considered in November, January and April. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Garden Club of America Scholarships and Fellowships] GCA offers several research fellowships and scholarships for undergrads, grads and people already in the field. Topics include: ecological restoration, urban forestry, environmental studies, wetland studies, botany, desert studies and more. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|4imprint In-Kind Grant] Each business day, 4imprint gives a worthy organization $500 in promotional products to spread the word, recruit volunteers, thank donors, offer comfort to someone in need or in some other way turns one thing into something much more. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Eat Smart, Move More Grants] The ESMM Community Grants Program provides funding to local communities to implement strategies that advance the goals and objectives of Eat Smart, Move More…NC’s Plan.
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Funding is awarded yearly, based on availability of funds. The RFA is generally released in May, with funding distributed to grant recipients in September. ||

<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|DonorsChoose.org and Progress Energy Support Classroom Energy Projects] Progress Energy will fund $50,000 in creative energy education projects in the North Carolina communities it serves this school year. Counties served by Progress Energy are eligible. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|National Geographic Society Young Explorer Grant] Young people ages 18-25 are eligible to apply for grants to pursue research, exploration, and conservation-related projects consistent with National Geographic's existing grant programs, including the Committee for Research and Exploration, the Expeditions Council, and the Conservation Trust. Applications are accepted throughout the year. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Museum and Library Services Grants] Environmental Education Centers may be eligible for a grant from The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). (Federal Agencies and for-profit institutions are not elegible.) The Institute's mission is to create strong libraries and museums that connect people to information and ideas. The Institute works at the national level and in coordination with state and local organizations to sustain heritage, culture, and knowledge; enhance learning and innovation; and support professional development. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Fund for Wild Nature Small Grants] The Fund for Wild Nature provides "small grants to small groups who get things done." The fund provides money for campaigns (including development of citizen science endeavors) to save and restore native species, biological diversity and wild ecosystems. Most grants awarded in the past ranged from $1,000-$3,000. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation Small Grants Program] The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation has initiated a small grants program in North Carolina and Virginia as part of its strategic plan to identify and cultivate its constituency, to build value with the supporting public, to create community awareness of the Parkway as an economic and quality of life resource, and to assist the Blue Ridge Parkway with the accomplishment of its goals.
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Grants in amounts up to $500 will be awarded upon successful application from private agencies, schools, arts councils, and other not-for-profit organizations whose programs and projects support the mission of the Blue Ridge Parkway. ||

<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Campus Ecology Fellowships] The Campus Ecology program is helping transform the nation's college campuses into living models of an ecologically sustainable society, while training a new generation of environmental leaders. The program awards fellowships to undergraduate and graduate students who desire to help reverse global warming on campus and beyond. The maximum grant request is $3,000. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Digital Wish Grant] Digital Wish offers over 50 different grants for digital camera hardware and software. To apply, register your classroom at Digital Wish and enter a lesson plan. All teachers who submit a lesson plan will be automatically entered to win a mobile digital camera lab, plus as many as 50 technology grants. Grants are awarded the 15th of every month. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Toshiba America Foundation Grants for Grades 6-12] Grants from Toshiba America Foundation fund projects, ideas and materials math and science teachers need to innovate in their classrooms, specifically projects designed by one teacher or a small team of teachers to use in their own school. Application deadlines are based on grant amount. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Captain Planet Foundation Grant] The Captain Planet Foundation provides grants of up to $2,500 to school and community groups to support hands-on environmental projects. Applications are due twice per year: February 28 and September 30. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Lowe’s Charitable & Educational Foundation Grants] The Lowe’s Charitable and Educational Foundation supports public education, community improvement projects and home safety initiatives in the communities it serves. Primary philanthropic areas are community improvement projects and public education (priority is given to K-12 public schools). Grants generally range from $5,000 to $25,000. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|American Honda Foundation Grants] The American Honda Foundation awards grants up to $75,000 to youth education programs focused on STEM and the environment. Applications are accepted four times per year — February 1, May 1, August 1 and November 1. ||
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<span style="background-color: #fffffc; color: #555555; display: block; font-family: calibri,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;"> [|Pay it Forward Foundation Minigrant] The Pay it Forward Foundation offers minigrants (from $50 to $500) to fund service-oriented projects designed by youth to support their school, neighborhood, or greater community. Deadlines are January 15, April 15 and October 15. ||
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