Grant Money for Teachers
With schools constantly scaling back their budgets, it is more important than ever for teacher to find money elsewhere to fund their already struggling teaching practices. Many times, turning to your local businesses can be a great help for getting that much-needed funding. Whether you need books for your classroom or are really trying to get the school newspaper underway, these are the places to look for funding.
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The 1675 Foundation
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Grants range from $2,000 to $50,000, and are given in October and March each year to various non-profit organizations. To apply, you must send in an application. Further guidelines available on their website (see Resources).
Adopt-A-Classroom
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All a teacher needs to do for this program is apply on their website. When a business decides to "adopt" you, they will provide you with $500 to spend on anything you need for your classroom.
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CVS Caremark Community Grants
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For schools who have, or want to have, programs for the inclusion of disabled students in extra-curricular activities, CVS will donate $300 and have local associates come and volunteer at activities.
Red Robin U-ACT Program
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Anywhere from $1,200 to $15,000 is given to elementary or middle schools who "aim to inspire and energize students about the value of being kind to others." Teachers should submit a plan and a report on the progress they have made at the end of a school year on what character education they have done to receive the grant for the following school year (see Resources).
Staples Foundation for Learning
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This foundation gives awards ranging from $1,500 to $100,000 to non-profit organizations to "teach, train and inspire people from all walks of life by providing educational and growth opportunities" (see Resources).
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