Promise Neighborhoods (Department of Education)
The program purposes include: (1) Identifying and increasing the capacity of eligible organizations focused on achieving results for children and youth throughout an entire neighborhood; (2) Building cradle-through-college-to- career solutions of both educational programs and family and community supports, with great schools at the center. All solutions must be accessible to children with disabilities and English learners; (3) Integrating programs and breaking down agency “silos” so that solutions are implemented effectively; (4) Developing the local infrastructure of systems and resources needed to sustain and scale up proven, effective solutions across the broader region beyond the initial neighborhood; and (5) Learning strategies in Promise Neighborhoods and student outcomes, including a rigorous evaluation of the program.
An eligible organization (1) Is representative of the geographic area proposed to be served; (2) Is one of the following: (a) A nonprofit organization that meets the definition of a nonprofit under 34 CFR 77.1(c), which may include a faith-based nonprofit organization. (b) An institution of higher education as defined by section 101(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended. (c) An Indian tribe; (3) Currently provides at least one of the solutions from the applicant’s proposed continuum of solutions in the geographic area proposed to be served; and (4) Operates or proposes to work with and involve in carrying out its proposed project, in coordination with the school’s LEA, at least one public elementary or secondary school that is located within the identified geographic area that the grant will serve.
The deadline is September 6. Access the Planning grant or the Implementation grant
Check into the list of audiovisual funding resources at the end of this Conservation Center for Art and Historic Artifacts website, “A Race Against Time, Preserving AV Materials.”
The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) announces the availability of application guidelines for the “Learning Labs in Libraries and Museums” project, funded jointly by IMLS and the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation. This funding initiative is part of President Obama’s “Educate to Innovate” campaign, a nationwide effort to bring American students to the forefront in science and math, to provide the workers of tomorrow with the skills they need today, and to re-envision learning in the 21st century.
The program, in partnership with the Urban Libraries Council (ULC) and the Association of Science-Technology Centers (ASTC), will support the planning and design of up to 30 Learning Labs in libraries and museums, based on current research on how young people learn through new media, and building a community of practice around digital learning for youth in out-of-school time settings that are based on current research on how young people learn through new media. The program will also build a community of practice among the grantee institutions.
The program announcement is available on the IMLS Web site at
www.imls.gov/about/macarthur.shtm and through www.grants.gov, Funding Opportunity Number LLP-FY11. Proposals must be submitted through www.grants.gov no later than
August 15, 2011.
The Office of Commonwealth Libraries is pleased to announce the opportunity for municipalities to apply for Keystone Recreation, Park and Conservation Fund Grants on behalf of public libraries. Applications for these 2011 grants are now being accepted.
Grant funds are available to pay no more than 50 percent of project costs. The maximum grant award will be $50,000 and a dollar-for-dollar match will be required.
The final application package must be postmarked no later than September 30, 2011.
There are three important attachments:
- Keystone Application Packet – which is a .pdf document containing information about the grant process, application instructions, the application, regulations governing the Keystone Grant and the PHMC clearance application.
- Keystone Application E-Form – For your convenience we have included an electronic version of the application that can be filled out on your computer. Due to the requirement for original signatures electronically submitted applications will not be accepted.
- PHMC Clearance Application – A requirement of the application process is to submit a clearance letter from the Pennsylvania Historic and Museum Commission. We have included a copy of the PHMC form for your convenience. It is recommended that you submit the form to PHMC as soon as possible if you are applying for a grant.
Access the Keystone documents on WebJunction.
The deadline for this National Endowment for the Humanities grant application is September 27th. Proposals should be for the planning or initial stages of digital initiatives in any area of the humanities. Proposals may involve: research that brings new approaches or documents best practices in the study of the digital humanities; planning and developing prototypes of new digital tools for preserving, analyzing, and making accessible digital resources, including libraries’ and museums’ digital assets; scholarship or studies that examine the philosophical or practical implications and impact of the use of emerging technologies in specific fields or disciplines of the humanities, or in interdisciplinary collaborations involving several fields or disciplines; innovative uses of technology for public programming and education utilizing both traditional and new media; and new digital modes of publication that facilitate the dissemination of humanities scholarship in advanced academic as well as informal or formal educational settings at all academic levels. Level I Grants range from $5,000 to $25,000. Level II Grants range from $25,001 to $50,000.
Learn about Nestle’s many giving programs at this site.
Access the Pennsylvania guidelines for specific regions of the State for Wells Fargo grant opportunities.
IMLS Releases Grant Guidelines for Learning Labs in Libraries and Museums
The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) announces the availability of application guidelines for the “Learning Labs in Libraries and Museums” project, funded jointly by IMLS and the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation. This funding initiative is part of President Obama’s “Educate to Innovate” campaign, a nationwide effort to bring American students to the forefront in science and math, to provide the workers of tomorrow with the skills they need today, and to re-envision learning in the 21st century.
The program, in partnership with the Urban Libraries Council (ULC) and the Association of Science-Technology Centers (ASTC), will support the planning and design of up to 30 Learning Labs in libraries and museums, based on current research on how young people learn through new media, and building a community of practice around digital learning for youth in out-of-school time settings that are based on current research on how young people learn through new media. The program will also build a community of practice among the grantee institutions.
“America’s libraries and museums will become even more powerful innovation hubs for our young people,” said IMLS Director Susan Hildreth. “This exciting national collaboration will engage young people in learning that is interest-based, youth-centered, flexible, and collaborative using innovations already taking place in science and technology centers, art museums, libraries, and other cultural institutions.”
This partnership underscores the critical role the nation’s libraries and museums play in helping citizens build and develop skills in areas such as information, communications and technology literacy, critical thinking, problem solving, creativity, civic literacy, and global awareness.
The program announcement is available on the IMLS Web site at www.imls.gov/about/macarthur.shtm and through www.grants.gov, Funding Opportunity Number LLP-FY11. Proposals must be submitted through www.grants.gov no later than August 15, 2011. Awards will be announced in November 2011. Click here for Frequently Asked Questions about the Learning Labs Project.
About the Institute of Museum and Library Services
The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of federal support for the nation’s 123,000 libraries and 17,500 museums. 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. To learn more about the Institute, please visit www.imls.gov.
About the MacArthur Foundation’s Digital Media and Learning Initiative
The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation‘s digital media and learning initiative aims to determine how digital media are changing the way young people learn, play, socialize, and participate in civic life. The goal is to build a base of evidence about how young people learn today, in an effort to re-imagine learning in the 21st century. More information is available at www.macfound.org/education.
About the Urban Libraries Council
Urban Libraries Council (ULC) is a membership organization made up of North America’s premier public library systems and the corporations supporting them. While ULC’s members primarily represent urban and suburban settings, the work done by ULC is widely used by all libraries including those in rural settings. ULC strategically addresses issues important to all communities including education, workforce and economic development, public safety, environmental sustainability, health, and wellness. ULC’s members are thought leaders dedicated to the continuous evolution and strengthening of libraries to meet changing community needs. As ULC celebrates its forty-year anniversary, its work focuses on helping library leaders develop and utilize skills and strategies that match the challenges of the 21st century. .
About the Association of Science-Technology Centers
The Association of Science-Technology Centers (ASTC) is an organization of science centers and museums dedicated to furthering public engagement with science among increasingly diverse audiences. ASTC encourages excellence and innovation in informal science learning by serving and linking its members worldwide and advancing their common goals. Through strategic alliances and global partnerships, ASTC also supports science centers and museums in proactively addressing critical societal issues, locally and globally, where understanding of and engagement with science are essential. Founded in 1973, ASTC now numbers nearly 600 members in 44 countries. Members include not only science centers and museums, but also nature centers, aquariums, planetariums, zoos, botanical gardens, and natural history and children’s museums, as well as companies, consultants, and other organizations that share an interest in informal science education. Visit www.astc.org to learn more about ASTC and to find a science center near you.
