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February 2010
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The Five Star Restoration Program brings together students, conservation corps, other youth groups, citizen groups, corporations, landowners and government agencies to provide environmental education and training through projects that restore wetlands and streams. The program provides challenge grants, technical support and opportunities for information exchange to enable community-based restoration projects. Applications must be received by February 11, 2010.
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The Five-Star Restoration Matching Grants Program, an initiative of the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, supports community-based wetland, riparian, and coastal habitat restoration projects throughout the United States. Grants ranging from $10,000 to $40,000 are provided to projects that build diverse partnerships and foster natural resource stewardship through education, outreach, and training activities. The application deadline is February 11, 2010.
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The Grandchildren of Helene and Mark Eisner will sponsor 11 schools in Midwestern states through the National Gardening Association's Adopt a School Garden® program in 2010. Elementary, middle, and high schools serving low- to middle-income students located in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin are eligible. Educators should be planning to use the garden to teach students life skills, reinforce academics, develop environmental stewardship, and encourage students to make positive choices for themselves and the planet. Winners will receive $1,000 in materials and funding to lay the foundation for their garden program. Application deadline is February 12, 2010.
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The WEEB awards grants for the development, dissemination, and implementation of environmental education programs in Wisconsin. Proposals submitted for the 2010-2011 grant cycle must be postmarked by February 13, 2010.
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The Cornell Lab of Ornithology invites organizations and educators to apply for its Celebrate Urban Birds project mini-grants. Mini-grants average $250 to $500 and help fund neighborhood events across North America. Organizations working with traditionally underserved communities are strongly urged to apply. Application deadline is February 15, 2010.
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Open Meadows Foundation is a grant-making organization for projects that are led by and benefit women and girls. The maximum award is $2,000. Only 501(c)3 organizations with an organizational budget no larger than $150,000 are eligible. The deadline for submission is February 15 and August 15 each year.
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NOAA’s Office of Education is requesting applications for environmental literacy projects. Grant amounts will range from $200,000 - $1,250,000. Letters of Intent are required and are due February 16, 2010.
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The Intel and Scholastic Schools of Distinction awards recognize K-12 schools in the U.S. that demonstrate excellence in implementing innovative, replicable programs supporting positive educational outcomes. Finalists, Winners and the Star Innovator will all receive a cash grant from the Intel Foundation. Finalists will receive a $2500 grant, Winners a $10,000 grant with the Star Innovator receiving a $25,000 grant. Application deadline is 5 PM on February 17, 2010.
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The grant program will award six grants, totaling $60,000, to individuals, organizations, and schools across the United States that are making their communities a greener place to live. People can nominate green community projects and their leaders for a Green Heroes grant by submitting a photo and short essay about the project or person at the Green Works facebook page. Nominations deadline is February 18, 2010.
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Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI) Building Efficiency business unit, the global leader in providing energy efficiency solutions for buildings, announces its ninth annual Igniting Creative Energy (ICE) Challenge, where students throughout North America can win a trip to Washington, D.C., $1,000 for their school, or other prizes by submitting their energy ideas. All entries must be postmarked by February 19, 2010.
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Project Orange Thumb® recipients will receive up to $1,000.00 in Fiskars® Garden Tools, t-shirts, and up to $1,000.00 for other materials such as plants, seeds, mulch, etc. Application deadline is February 19, 2010.
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Environmental education benefits students - from increasing their understanding of how earth's resources and natural systems work, offering opportunities for hands-on activities and inquiry-based learning to providing practical information about how to succeed in the green economy. Classroom Earth wants to help support teachers around the country who want to make environmental education part of their curriculum. Teachers from all subject areas are encouraged to apply. Application deadline is Monday February 22, 2010.
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Miley Cyrus is partnering with Youth Service America (YSA) to create Get Ur Good On, a social network that brings together youth to support each other in their mission to do "good" in their communities. To support this "good," YSA is offering Get Ur Good On Grants, supporting youth-led service initiatives on Global Youth Service Day, April 23-25, 2010. Application due February 22, 2010.
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The goal of the BoatU.S. Foundation is to be the leader in boating safety and environmental education and outreach. Grants of up to $4,000 are provided for projects that reflect a unique and replicable way to reach boaters with upbeat safe and clean boating messages. The application deadline is February 28, 2010.
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March 2010
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The Council awards grants every year to a broad and diverse field of Dane County nonprofit community organizations, school districts, and municipalities for environmental initiatives. Grants ranging from $250 to $2,500 are available for conservation and environmental education projects that enhance Dane County's natural resources and benefit Dane County residents. Application Deadline is March 1st, 2010.
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Syngenta is sponsoring the Syngenta IPM in School Gardens Grant to support educators using school gardens as a tool for teaching students about integrated pest management strategies in the garden and on farms. During 2010, four middle and/or high schools will receive grant packages valued at $1,250. Applications must be postmarked by March 1, 2010.
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The Horace Mann Educators Corporation is offering $30,000 in scholarships for public and private school K-12 educators to take college courses. Scholarships are available in amounts of $5,000, $1,000, and $500. The application deadline is March 1, 2010.
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DoSomething.org honors the nation’s best young world-changers, age 25 and under. Four nominees will receive $10,000 and one Grand Prize Winner will receive $100,000 towards their organization or cause. The nomination deadline is March 1, 2010.
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By providing financial and technical assistance, EPA helps communities implement solutions to reduce releases of toxic pollutants and minimize people's exposure to them. The deadline to apply for a CARE grant is March 9, 2010.
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The Institute of Museum and Library Services is calling for proposals from museums, museum service organizations, and universities for projects designed to enhance the professional development of museum staff. Applicants may request from $15,000 to $500,000 each for a grant extending up to three years. Application Deadline is March 15, 2010
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PNY Technologies, Inc. is challenging high school seniors to conceive an Eco-friendly solution, product, or idea that will help to save the environment using PNY technology; whether it is at your home or school, in your community or even on a national level. Submissions will begin to be received on November 1, 2009. Final submissions must be received no later than March 15, 2010.
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EcoStar Grants are offered to local communities where Constellation Energy does business. One of Constellation Energy's enviornmental focus areas is education including workshops, seminars, training and/or public relations to inform and influence the public regarding environmental stewardship. Grant range up to $5,000 each. Organization must be a 501(c)3 nonprofit, with a Board of Directors. Application Deadline is March 16, 2010.
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April 2010
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The Nature Hills Nursery Green America Awards recognize nonprofit organizations that submit a local environment community project that makes best use of the trees, bushes and shrubs that Nature Hills Nursery will award (Grand Prize $2,500 value). Deadline for submission is April 1, 2010.
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October 2010
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Wild Ones is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the use of natural landscaping with native plant species as an ecologically better alternative to traditional landscaping practices. Wild Ones Seeds for Education program offers small grants to schools, nature centers, and other educational not-for-profits to landscape with native plants. Applications due October 15 of each year.
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The Fruit Tree Planting Foundation (FTPF) strategically donates orchards where the harvest will best serve communities for generations, at places such as community gardens, public schools, city/state parks, low-income neighborhoods, Native American reservations, international hunger relief sites, and animal sanctuaries. In addition, "Fruit Tree 101" grants are available to public schools only. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
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Through Walmart Store and Sam’s Club Giving Programs, Walmart Stores and Sam’s Clubs can recommend grants of up to $5,000 to local nonprofit organizations. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
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Are you age 25 OR UNDER? Did you create a sustainable community action project, program or organization that you want to grow? Are you looking for funding to take your already successful project to the next level? DoSomething.org gives out a $500 Growth Grant every week to help young people just like you. Apply now. You will be notified whether or not you have won within 2-3 months after submission.
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Grants range from $5,000 to $50,000. Community improvement projects and K-12 Public School Initiatives are primary philanthropic focus areas.
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The American Honda Foundation makes grants to K–12 schools, colleges, universities, trade schools, and others for programs that benefit youth and scientific education. The average grant range is $20,000 to $60,000. Grants are awarded on a quarterly schedule.
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Ittleson Foundation supports innovative pilot, model and demonstration projects that will help move individuals, communities, and organizations from environmental awareness to environmental activism by changing attitudes and behaviors. Initial letters of inquiry are due by April 1st or September 1st.
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The Love Your Veggies grant program awards ten grants of $15,000 each to elementary schools (grades K-6) across the United States annually. Each grant award supports an elementary school in developing a program offering fresh vegetables and fruits lasting through the school year. Check web site for application deadline each year.
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The Project AWARE Foundation is committed to the preservation of the aquatic environment and its resources throughout the world through education, advocacy, and action. The Foundation provides grants for the conservation of both 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 US $10,000. The application deadlines are March 15, June 15, September 15, and December 15, annually.
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Global ReLeaf, a program of American Forests, is offering annual grants towards tree planting project for 2010. Global ReLeaf Forests funds reforestation projects on public lands -- managed by a local, state or federal organization -- or certain public-accessible projects meeting special criteria on private lands. Deadline for grant proposals is Jan. 15 and July 1 annually.
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The Gannett Foundation Community Action Grants support local groups involved in education and neighborhood improvement, economic development, youth development, community problem-solving, assistance to disadvantaged people, environmental conservation, and cultural enrichment. Average grant ranges from $1,000 - $5,000. Deadlines are February 16 and August 17.
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Outdoor gear and clothing company Patagonia provides funding for environmental work and is most interested in making grants to organizations that identify and work on the root causes of problems and that approach issues with a commitment to long-term change. If you are not applying to a retail store, applications must be submitted by April 30 or August 31 in order to be considered. Only one proposal from an organization will be considered per year.
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4imprint is accepting applications for its one-by-one charitable giving program. The online and catalog promotional products retailer will award $500 in-kind grants to charitable organizations in the United States or Canada. Applications are due two months before the requested donation is needed. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, employed by or be a member of the board of directors of a 501(c)(3) organization, school, registered Canadian charity, society, or religious organization.
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Annie's offers a limited number of small grants to community gardens, school gardens and other educational programs that connect children directly to gardening. These funds can be used to buy gardening tools, seeds or other needed supplies. To apply visit Annie's webpage and fill out the online grant form. Grant submission are accepted throughout the year.
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Need supplies for a classroom project? Use this site to make your request a reality. Teachers ask for classroom project materials. Donors choose a project to bring to life. Students learn and thank donors with photos and letters.
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The Ben & Jerry's Foundation offers competitive grants to not-for-profit, grassroots organizations throughout the United States which facilitate progressive social change by addressing the underlying conditions of societal and environmental problems. Full grants range from $1,001 - $15,000 and throughout the year, the Ben & Jerry's Foundation may fund a small number of material grants for $1,000 or less. Letters of Interest may be submitted at any time and are reviewed on an ongoing basis.
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The Captain Planet Foundation accepts applications four times each year for funding projects that help students better grasp environmental issues. Deadlines for submitting grant applications are March 31, June 30, September 30, and December 31.
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The International Paper Foundation supports non-profit organizations in the communities where their employees live and work. Grants are reviewed quarterly.
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Did you recently create a sustainable community action project, program or organization? Do you need $500 to further the growth and success of your program? If you answered, "YES!" you are eligible to apply for a Plum Youth Grant. Plum grants are given out weekly.
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