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 ...

Grants to Indiana, Michigan, and Florida nonprofit organizations to benefit communities where the funding source has a business presence. Applications are invited from organizations working in the following areas: education; arts and culture; human services and social welfare; and community, civic, and neighborhood involve...

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 ranging from $100 to $2,500 to Wells County, Indiana nonprofit organizations, groups, and individuals to enhance the quality of life for women and children in the local community. This program supports the education, enlightenment, and encouragement of women and youth residing in Wells County. The number of ind...

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 Howard County, Indiana nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that aim to improve the quality of life for residents, specifically in the areas of health, education, culture, civic affairs, and community beautification. LOIs are due by January 19. First-time applicants must contact the Foundation to d...

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 to Indiana nonprofit organizations to benefit communities within the funding source’s service area and nearby communities. Consideration will be given to proposals in the areas of culture, education, recreation, human services, health and medical, environmental awareness, and community development. The funding sou...

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 ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 and grants ranging from $5,001 to $15,000 to Indiana nonprofit organizations, schools, churches, and local units of governments for programs that benefit the residents of Clark and Floyd counties. Funding is available at two levels: - The Community Assist Grant is to support a...

Grants ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 to Indiana nonprofits, governmental agencies, and educational institutions for capital projects related to the areas of arts and culture, education, and health and welfare. Funds will be provided for purchasing facilities, equipment, or real estate. The SIA Foundation Board of Dire...

Grants to Randolph County, Indiana nonprofit organizations for programs that will improve the quality of life for local residents. The Foundation has historically funded projects in the areas of health and human services, economic development, education, community betterment, youth, and arts and culture. Funding is intende...

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 $5,000 and grants starting at $5,000 to Indiana nonprofits that provide benefit to the residents of the Lawrenceburg community and Dearborn County. The mission of the Foundation is to enhance the local quality of life by advancing educational, cultural, and social opportunities while preserving the 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 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 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 Muncie and Delaware County, Indiana nonprofits, schools, and agencies to improve the quality of life in the area. First-time applicants are required to contact program staff prior to creating an application. Funding is intended to support arts and culture, human services, economic development, education, and comm...

Grants of up to $3,000 to Pike County, Indiana nonprofits and government agencies for programs in the areas of health, education, human services, arts and culture, and community development. Funding may also be used for other civic initiatives, such as recreation, youth development, and the environment. Grant...

Grants to Montgomery County, Indiana nonprofits, agencies, and schools for a wide range of community benefit initiatives. First-time applicants must schedule an appointment with staff before applying. Funding is intended for the areas of arts and culture, community development, education, health, history, human services, a...

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...

Grants to Adams County, Indiana nonprofit organizations to enhance the quality of life for local residents. Requests will be considered in the areas of human services, arts and culture, education, economic development, and community improvement. The Foundation prides itself on providing support for a wide variety of ef...

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 to Warren County, Indiana nonprofit organizations, coalitions, civic groups, and community associations for programs and projects that primarily focus on the areas of education, recreation, arts and culture, citizenship, the environment, and/or economic development. Criteria that Governs Grant Decisions: - Doe...

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 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 Wells County, Indiana nonprofit organizations for programs, projects, and services that will enhance the quality of life for residents. Funding is intended for the focus areas of arts and culture, education, youth, civic affairs, community development, environment, animal welfare, human services, health, and recr...

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 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 of up to $3,000 and grants of up to $10,000 to Michigan and Indiana nonprofits and agencies in eligible areas for programs that focus on poverty reduction, education, and community vitality. Priority is given to programs that support the most at-risk populations, including single heads of households, the elderly, at...

Grants of up to $5,000 and larger grants of up to $40,000 to Indiana nonprofit organizations, educational organizations, and government agencies to benefit communities in the City or Aurora, and Ohio and Ripley Counties. Applications will be considered in the areas of human services, community development, cultural affairs...

Grants to Indiana youth working with a nonprofit to develop a service project that will improve the quality of life for residents of Rush County. Funding is intended to support youth involvement and encourage philanthropy for the next generation of community leaders. Youth in Philanthropy gives money to youth-led servi...

Grants to LaGrange County, Indiana nonprofits and agencies for creative programs that address the needs of the local community. The Foundation is particularly interested in innovative programs in the areas of education, recreation, environment, health and human services, and arts and culture. The Foundation favors pro...