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Halliburton Foundation

Library Development — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 00:18:41 +0000

The Halliburton Foundation makes direct donations to U.S.-based elementary and secondary schools and colleges and universities.
The foundation also has an employee match program.

Cargill Philanthropies

Library Development — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 18:38:12 +0000

“With an expected $9-Billion Windfall, the The Cargill Philanthropies Could Become America’s Third Largest Grant Maker,” The Chronicle of Philanthropy January 24, 2011

What will you take besides cash?

Library Development — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 19:37:03 +0000

“With Cash Donations Down, Minnesota Charity Pushes ‘Other Ways to Give,’ The Chronicle of Philanthropy Philanthropy.com December 8, 2010.

FUNDING RESOURCES 2010.10.18

Library Development — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 19:05:26 +0000

Edna McDonnel Clark Foundation
As one of the inaugural intermediary grantmakers for the Social Innovation Fund (SIF), EMCF will grant $10 million in SIF funds and $10 million in matching funds from their endowment to 8-10 high-performing, youth-serving nonprofits in 2011. These grants, which will generally be multi-year and for a minimum of $2 million annually, will provide upfront growth capital to help recipients build their evidence base and their organizational capacity to prepare for greater public and private investment that can propel them to scale and sustainability.”
DEADLINE: Oct 25 letter of intent (webinar on Oct 19th)
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FUNDING RESOURCES 2010.10.04

Library Development — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 20:02:17 +0000

Tiger Woods Foundation – Education and Youth Development GrantsThe Tiger Woods Foundation is inviting proposals for their Education and Youth Development Grants. The Foundation’s giving focuses on underserved youth between the ages of 8 and 18. A specific focus is on programs that enhance the learning process for youth and round-the-year mentoring or tutoring programs. 501(c)(3) organizations are eligible to apply.
AMOUNT: $2,500 – $25,000
DEADLINE : November 1, 2010
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FUNDING RESOURCES 2010.10.04

Library Development — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 19:56:49 +0000

Grants for Youth Development (Verizon Foundation)

The goal of the Verizon Foundation Youth Development Grants is to improve lives through education, literacy, domestic violence prevention, healthcare and accessibility, and internet safety. Eligible organizations include nonprofits, elementary and secondary schools, and faith-based organizations.
DEADLINE: October 31, 2010
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For additional information, please visit the Verizon Foundation website.

FUNDING RESOURCES 2010.07.01

Library Development — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 13:41:21 +0000

ARTICLES/BOOKS TO READ

Pamela’s Grantwriting Blog lists “Six Critical Things to Look for in a Foundation’s 990 for Successful Grant Funding.”
Pamela recommends looking up a foundation’s 990.
For free access to 990’s, go to Guidestar or check out NOZA (can search by location and assets!)

FUNDING RESOURCES 2010-04-27

Library Development — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 02:09:50 +0000

Forums or Training

The Chronicle of Philanthropy will have a live discussion on “Raising Money for Endowments — and Spending It” on
Tuesday, May 4, at noon U.S. Eastern time.
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FUNDING RESOURCES 2010-04-27

Library Development — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 00:40:24 +0000

Kresge announces changes in its grant program
Facility Investments and Building Reserves “Institutional Capitalization” now includes the Arts and Culture Program’s investments in cultural facilities and building reserves funds. Under this new strategy, the Program will prioritize renovation and repair projects.
DEADLINE: May 17 for pre-application email

FUNDING RESOURCES 2010-04-27

Library Development — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 23:48:57 +0000

NOZA offers free foundation grant searching to all users. (Individual and company donation records require a search subscription).