Honda Usa Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 95-3924667
Foundation Overview
Based in Torrance, CA, Honda Usa Foundation has awarded 431 grants totaling $23,575,338 to organizations in Massachusetts, California and 25 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $20,000 to $125,000, with a median award of $50,000.
Latest Tax Year
2024
Total Giving (all years)
$23,575,338
Total Assets
$64,812,695
Median Grant (all grants)
$50,000
Latest Form 990-PF Snapshot
Total Grants
70
Median Grant
$50,000
% Median Grant Growth
+26%
(vs previous year)
Data extracted from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Last filing year:
March 2026
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New Applicant Friendliness
Growth-Minded: 57%
40 of 70 recipients (57%) were new grantees. Foundation actively seeks new partnerships to expand impact. Fresh approaches and innovative programs receive serious consideration.
Geographic Focus
California
Grants are geographically diversified with 38% in California and funding distributed across 27 total locations. This foundation values broad geographic impact and diverse community partnerships. Within California, funding concentrates in Los Angeles (24%), Long Beach (8%), San Pedro (6%).
Funding Trajectory
+7%
Stable funding levels with 7% change over 8 years indicate consistent grant-making capacity and predictable philanthropic resources. This stability suggests reliable ongoing funding opportunities.
Program Areas
Education + 4 others
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on education (72%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Honda Usa Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altasea At The Port Of Los Angeles | $50,000 | San Pedro, CA, US | Altasea's Project Blue Is An Education Initiative That Leverages Cross-sector Partnerships To Engage Students-especially Youth Of Color-in Ocean Science And Literacy. Students In Elementary Through College Have Access To A Wide Range Of Ocean Science And Literacy Programs Including Afterschool Enrichment Programs, Webinars, Community Lectures, And Internships At The High School And College Levels. Experts In The Field Teach Using The Most Relevant Research Available In The Ocean Environment Giving Students Unique Access And Exposure To Underwater Robotics And Technology, While Introducing Them To Various Career Options In Sustainable Aquaculture. | 2024 |
| Birmingham Zoo Inc | $30,000 | Birmingham, AL, US | Zooschool Is A One-week Stem-based Experiential Program Focused On Conservation, Environmental And Animal Interaction-related Topics. Annually, Over 750 Students (7th Graders) From Title I Schools In The Birmingham City Schools (Bcs) District Are Engaged In Relevant, Hands-on Lessons That Promotes Curiosity, Critical Thinking, And Problem Solving Skills. The Curriculum Covers Topics Such As Water Conservation, Population Dynamics And Human Impact, Energy Cycles In Ecosystems, Animal Care In A Zoo Setting And Zoo-related Career Options Students Might Not Have Previously Considered. Teachers Also Receive Free Access To Professional Development And Resources To Continue Learning In Their Classrooms | 2024 |
| Blazesports America Inc | $30,000 | Norcross, GA, US | Through Camp Phoenix, Kids And Teens With Cerebral Palsy, Spina Bifida, Muscular Dystrophy Or Other Related Physical Disabilities Participate In A Variety Of Adaptive Sports And Recreational Activities, While Building Leadership And Self-advocacy Skills. Participants Leave Their Fun-filled, Week-long Experience More Confident, Independent, Better Leaders And With Lots Of New Friends. Blazesports Also Works To Increase Physical Activity Participation And Active Play Among Preschool-aged Youth (2-8 Years) With And Without Disabilities. Blazetots Improves Health Through Various Physical Activities While Providing Nutritional Education To Families Through Supportive Training, Adaptive Equipment Kits And Curriculum, Implementation Guides, And Monthly Support From The Blazetots Team | 2024 |
| Camp Rise Above | $50,000 | Mount Pleasant, SC, US | Camp Rise Above Provides Life-changing Camp Experiences And Adaptive Programs For Children And Adults With Disabilities, Serious Diagnosis And Other Life Challenges. Camp Consists Of A Week Of Fun, Independence And Friendship Doing Activities They Are Often Excluded From Including Horseback Riding, Archery, Paddle Boarding And More. Campers Experience True Belonging In An Environment Built Specifically To Include And Celebrate Them. | 2024 |
| Camp Twin Lakes Inc | $25,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Camp Twin Lakes Is A Transformative Oasis, Annually Serving More Than 10,000 Children And Young Adults Living With Or Effected By Serious Physical Or Mental Illnesses, Disabilities, And Other Life Challenges. Its Three Campsites Are Fully Adaptive And Medically Supportive, Allowing Children To Actively Engage In Fun, Inclusive, And Impactful Camp Activities They Would Not Otherwise Be Able To Experience In A Traditional Camp Setting. Whether Spending A Week At Camp During The Summer Or A Weekend With The Family, Participants Are Encouraged To Take Risk And Try New Things Like Kayaking, Zip Lining, Climbing Rock Walls Or Horseback Riding - All While Forging Connections, Building Confidence, And Gaining Independence. | 2024 |
| Cec Stuyvesant Cove Inc (Solar One) | $50,000 | Long Island, NY, US | Designed To Increase Equity In The Clean Energy Economy, The Green Design Lab Is A Series Of Programs Serving K-12th Grade Students In Under-resourced Communities, Sparking Interest In Sustainability And Developing Green Workforce Skills. Program Streams Include: 1) Nyc Solar Schools, In Partnership With Nyc Department Of Education, Provides Energy And Solar Education Through Lessons And Activities Centered On Renewable Energy; 2) Solar Cte Offers Training To Career And Technical Education (Cte) High Schools Focused On Hard Skills Aligned With High-demand Jobs In The Solar Industry; 3) Careerstep Is A 16-week Summer Apprenticeship Program For High School Students Which Includes Academic Credits And Paid Internships; And 4) Careerclue, A Hands-on, 6-week Summer Course Offering Hard Skills Training, Field Trips, Guest Speakers, And A Culminating Project. | 2024 |
| Choc Foundation | $50,350 | Orange, CA, US | Each Year, The Choc Foundation Offers 25 Patients, Ages 8-17, A Unique Opportunity To Attend A Five-day Juvenile Arthritis (Ja) Camp-an Empowering Experience Designed Specifically For Children Living With Arthritis And Related Conditions. At Ja Camp, Fun Is The Top Priority. Activities Are Thoughtfully Designed To Celebrate Mobility And Promote Overall Wellness, Helping Campers Build Lasting Friendships, Boost Self-confidence, And Develop Independence In A Safe, Supportive Environment Surrounded By Peers And Mentors Who Truly Understand Life With Ja. In Addition To Recreational Fun, Campers Receive Practical Guidance In Nutrition And Pain Management Techniques, Empowering Them To Better Manage Their Condition And Thrive Beyond Camp. | 2024 |
| Family Success Center Of Etowah County Inc | $25,000 | Gadsden, AL, US | Through The Prepare And Prevent: Child Traffic Safety Program, Fscoec Partners With The Etowah County Health Department To Show Clients How To Properly Install Car Seats. Attendees Also Receive Lessons On Bike Safety And Tips On Preventing Injuries, While Helmets And Elbow Pads Are Distributed To Children Of Low-income Families. Additionally, Fscoec Seeks To Purchase Seat Belt Labels For Children Who Are Non-verbal Or Disabled. These Labels Assist First Responders In Getting The Proper Care For Children With Disabilities Who Have Been Hurt In A Traffic Accident, Particularly When The Parent Or Caregiver Is Unavailable. | 2024 |
| Family Success Center Of Etowah County Inc | $40,000 | Gadsden, AL, US | Operating As A One Stop Social And Family Services Center, Family Success Center Of Etowah County (Fscoec) Provides Comprehensive And Coordinated Services Allowing Families To Make Positive Changes In Their Lives. New Services Offered Through The In (Inclusive Needs) Program Helps Fill A Void In The County And Is Specifically Designed To Remove The Barriers Often Faced By Low-income Families, Particularly Those With Children With Disabilities. Support Services Include Covering Costs For Disabled Youth To Attend Camp, Providing Medical Equipment For Youth Not Covered By Insurance, Play Therapy And Counseling Services, Transportation To Doctors' Appointments, And Hosting Separate Support Groups For Parents And Children To Connect With Others Trying To Navigate Through Similar Challenges. | 2024 |
| Friends Of Cabrillo Marine Aquarium | $100,000 | San Pedro, CA, US | Youth Living Near The Port Of Los Angeles Face Environmental Challenges Like Noise, Traffic, And Poor Air And Water Quality, Yet Rarely Have Access To Careers That Address These Issues. The Young Scientists Program Creates A Pathway To Well-paying Careers In Science, Research, And Ocean Conservation. Junior High And High School Students Begin By Developing Research Projects From Hypothesis To Experimentation Using Advanced Lab Equipment. They Present Their Findings Through Scientific Posters And Talks At An Aquarium-hosted Symposium And Help Interpret Their Work To Visitors. At The Next Level, College Students Serve As Paid Interns On Conservation Research Projects, Including The White Abalone Captive Breeding Program Led By Bodega Marine Labs At Uc Davis And Funded By Noaa. | 2024 |
| Friends Of The Underline Inc | $100,000 | Miami, FL, US | The Way Kids Roll: Safety @ The Underline Is A Series Of Free, Family-friendly, Walk And Bike Educational Programs Designed To Cultivate A Safe Environment For People Of All Ages To Be Active And Healthy. Events Include Bicycle Handling And Safety Skill Training Through Bike Rodeos; Bike Repairs Provided By A Local Nonprofit Partner; And Helmet, Safety Light, And Bike Giveaways. Bike Rodeos Present Bicycle Driving Courses, In A Safe And Protected Environment, Simulating Actual Roadway Situations Commonly Encountered By Bicyclists. Skills Emphasized And Practiced Include Starting And Stopping, Using Hand Signals, Scanning For Traffic Without Weaving, Making Turns, Safe Maneuvering, Entering A Roadway Safely, Avoiding Hazards, And Balancing. Programming Is Offered Both In English And In Spanish To Serve Miami's Diverse Communities, Targeting Local Schools Along The Trail As Well As Disadvantaged Communities In Little Havana, Overtown, And West Grove/culver. | 2024 |
| Girl Scouts Of San Gorgonio Council | $100,000 | Redlands, CA, US | Gssgc's 191-acre Skyland Ranch Camp In The San Jacinto Mountains Is Used As A Backdrop For Inspiring K-12th Grade Students To Discover, Connect, And Take Action To Preserve And Protect The Environment. The Skyland Ranch Environmental Education Program Is Year-round And Available To Local School Children As Well As Traditional Girl Scouts. Program Facilitators Work Alongside Educators To Ensure Program Activities Are Aligned With The Next Generation Science Standards And Collaborate To Create Citizen Science Projects That Teachers Can Expand Upon Back In The Classroom. Some Activities Include Building Solar Batteries, Studying Weather Stations And Hydrology, Utilizing Equipment To Find And Understand Groundwater, And Even A Game Focused On The Importance Of Preserving Animal Ecosystems. | 2024 |
| Girls Inc Of Orange County | $25,000 | Santa Ana, CA, US | Girls Inc's Eureka! Program Immerses Girls During Their Formative Years Long Before They Begin To Lose Interest In Stem. Eureka! Is Made Up Of Three Four-day Spring Break Camps, Serving K-8th Grade Girls, And Two Four-day Summer Camps And One Four-week Summer Camp Serving 6th-8th Grade Girls On A Local College Campus. The Program Is Theme-based And Allows Girls To Explore The World Around Them, The Naturals Elements And How Human Impacts Affect Our Planet. Girls Learn About Subjects Such As Water And How It Can Be Conserved And About Wind And How It Is Used To Create Power. Eureka! Also Introduces Girls To Environmental Engineering Through Hands-on Activities To Investigate Local Environmental Issues, Including The Urban Heat Island Effect, Drought, Air Pollution In Densely Populated Areas, And Threats To Marine Environments. One Of The Most Powerful Components Of The Program Is The Opportunity For Girls To Work Beside Female Stem Professionals Who Serve As Mentors. | 2024 |
| Grid Alternatives Greater Los Angeles | $50,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Grid Alternatives Partners With Youth-serving Organizations To Identify And Engage At-risk Or Opportunity Youth Ages 18 To 24 In Paid Internships, Beginning With Its 13-week Installation Basics Training Program (Ibt). Through This Program, Participants Gain Hands-on Experience In Solar Installation While Attending Training Sessions In Real-world Work Environments. Using Grid's Innovative Classroom On The Roof Model, Trainees Learn To Install Solar Electric Systems On Single-family Homes, Affordable Housing Developments, And Nonprofit Facilities. In Addition To Technical Skills, Participants Become Advocates For Renewable Energy, Learning How Solar Power Benefits Both Communities And The Environment. These Projects Offer Practical, On-the-job Training That Serve As A Pathway To High-paying Careers In The Solar Industry. | 2024 |
| Ground Education | $30,000 | Signal Hill, CA, US | Working To Address Historical Inequities In Access To Nature And Education, Ground Education Supports Low-income Elementary Schools In The Long Beach Unified School District (Lbusd) Through The Creation, Care And Use Of School Gardens. Students In Grade K-5 Are Engaged In Dynamic, Hands-on Learning Experiences Thoughtfully Tailored To Each Grade Level, Expanding In Depth And Complexity As Students Grow. Monthly Lessons Focus On Science, Environmental Stewardship, Nutrition, And Sustainability-fostering Curiosity, Creativity And A Deeper Connection To The Natural World. | 2024 |
| Growinggreat | $50,000 | Manhattan Beach, CA, US | School Gardens Serve As Outdoor Learning Labs To Cultivate Budding Environmental Leaders. Building On Skills Developed During Planting Seeds Years 1-2, Expanded Weekly Activities Include 120 New 8th-graders, Addressing More Complex Issues Of Conservation And Environmental Advocacy In Their School Garden And Community. These Citizen Scientists Serve As On-campus Mentors To Incoming 6th-graders, Many Of Whom Have Never Experienced Learning In A Garden. Students Will Also Lead Three Projects Establishing A Comprehensive Compost Program; Planting An Ozone Bioindicator Garden Where They Will Collect Air Quality Data; And Participating In The Growing Beyond Earth Initiative Creating For Agriculture In Space. In Addition, Students Will Continue To Experiment And Develop Steam Activities For Grades Prek-2. | 2024 |
| James Whitcomb Riley Memorial Association | $95,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | The Skills On Wheels Training Program Was Created To Address The Lack Of Standardized Training For Children In Indiana And Michigan Who Use Wheelchairs. This Five-week Program Empowers Young Wheelchair Users And Their Caregivers By Building Mobility Skills, Confidence, And Community. Participants Learn 33 Essential Wheelchair Skills That Help Them Navigate Real-world Challenges Such As City Curbs, Steep Ramps, Tight Corners, And Inaccessible Doors. Instruction Is Supported By Occupational Therapy Students Who Assist With Training And Safety, Ensuring A Secure And Encouraging Learning Environment. Caregivers Also Benefit Through Networking Opportunities That Foster Mutual Support And Connection. | 2024 |
| Kid One Transport System Inc | $30,000 | Birmingham, AL, US | In The State Of Alabama, Access To Safe, Reliable Transportation Is A Huge Barrier In Rural Areas As Well As Major Cities That Lack Mass Public Transit Systems. Through Collaborations With Over 700 Health Care Providers, Kid One Transport System Provides Transportation To Medical, Dental And Mental Health Care Services For Children And Expectant Mothers Who Are Transportation Disadvantaged, Benefiting The Health And Lives Of Marginalized Women And Children. Just Through Its Partnership With Children's Hospital Of Alabama Alone, Kid One Provides Nearly 7,000 Transports Annually. Current Service Areas Include North, Central And East Alabama, With Dreams Of Expanding Its Reach To Serve Every County Within The State. | 2024 |
| Mcleod Medical Center Foundation | $69,240 | Florence, SC, US | With A Mission To Reduce Preventable Injuries Among Children In The Pee Dee Region, Mcleod Is Expanding Its Outreach To Enhance Safety Not Only On South Carolina's Roads But Also On Its Waterways. Through Community-based Safety Events-including Car Seat Checks And Boating Safety Workshops-residents Will Learn Essential Safety Practices And Receive Free Safety Equipment Such As Car Seats, Life Jackets, And Helmets For Bicycles, Skateboards, And Atvs. These Resources Are Provided At No Cost To Families In Need. To Further Strengthen Local Safety Efforts, Mcleod Will Also Offer Certified Training Programs For Car Seat Safety Technicians, Including Recertification For Current Professionals. Additionally, Mcleod Will Now Host Lifeguard Certification Courses, Equipping Individuals With The Skills Needed To Protect Children In Aquatic Environments. | 2024 |
| Miami Lighthouse For The Blind And Visually Impaired | $70,000 | Miami, FL, US | Miami Lighthouse Supports Approximately 160, Pre-k To 5th Grade Students With Vision Disabilities (Many Of Whom Have Additional Or Complex Medical Needs) By Fostering Independent Mobility, Physical Activity, And Social Inclusion. Through Orientation & Mobility Training, Physical Therapy, And Adapted Sports Like Blind Soccer, Children Build Foundational Skills For Academic And Life Success. Instruction Is Delivered By An Interdisciplinary Team Of Certified Educators, Health Professionals, And Trained Staff, With Access To Specialized Equipment And Accommodations. Using Tools Like The White Cane, Students Gain Confidence And Freedom Of Movement. The Program Also Offers Developmentally Appropriate Instruction In Core Academics, Braille, Technology, Art, Music, Sensory Integration, And More-along With Extended Day Services, Nutritious Meals, Wellness Checks, And Door-to-door Transportation. | 2024 |
| National Organizations For Youth Safety | $100,000 | Alexandria, VA, US | Nytef Is A 10-month, Paid Fellowship Designed To Empower Young Bipoc Leaders Nationwide Through Immersive Education And Community Engagement Focused On Transportation Equity. Fellows Explore Pedestrian Safety Challenges In Bipoc Communities And Engage In Digital Storytelling, Advocacy, And Action Aligned With The Safe System Approach-promoting Safer Roads, Vehicles, Speeds, And Post-crash Care. Participants Commit At Least 15 Hours Per Month To Virtual Cohort Sessions, One-on-one Development Meetings, And Mentorship. The Program Culminates In Key Interventions Informed By Community Input And Data, Including A Comprehensive Roadmap Featuring Step-by-step Resources, Case Studies, And Methodologies For Engaging Youth In Transportation Equity And Pedestrian Safety. | 2024 |
| Ohio Hispanic Coalition | $100,000 | Columbus, OH, US | The Youth Environment And Sustainability Development Project Serves Approximately 400 Latino/hispanic Youth, Grades 1-8 Through Hands-on Environmental And Sustainability Activities That Foster Technical Skills, Teamwork, And Cultural Connection. Participants Explore Topics Through Weekly Lessons And Experiential Learning, Including Planting Flowers And Herbs Commonly Used In Latino Households; Composting To Enrich Garden Soil; Solar Car Building And Sustainability-themed Team Challenges; Career Exploration And Technical Skills Development; And Field Trips To Water Treatment Plants, Recycling Centers And Landfills To Understand Resource Life Cycles. Each Session Integrates Goal-setting, Problem-solving, And Collaboration - Empowering Students To Become Environmentally Conscious Leaders In Their Communities. | 2024 |
| Sight Savers America Inc | $100,000 | Pelham, AL, US | Targeting Alabama And Ohio, Sight Savers America (Ssa) Provide High-tech Vision Equipment And Individual Low Vision Services To Children With Severe Visual Impairment Not Correctable With Eyeglasses, Contact Lenses Or Surgery. Ssa Case Specialists Work With A Network Of Partners To Identify Children With Low Vision Needs, Arrange For Professional Low Vision Evaluations And Provide Vision Aids Such As An Evm, Monoculars, Dome Magnifiers Or Blind Aids, Distributed Through A Low Vision Clinic/home Delivery. The Clinics Include In-depth, One-on-one Training On The Use And Care Of The Child's New Visual Aid Equipment, With Ssa Staff Following Up With Each Family Served Until The Child Reaches The Age Of 19. | 2024 |
| Special Olympics Georgia | $25,000 | Norcross, GA, US | For More Than 50 Years, Special Olympics Georgia (Soga) Has Been Engaging Children And Adults With Intellectual Disabilities In Year-round Sports Training And Athletic Competition In A Variety Of Olympic-type Sports. Today, The Program Ushers In Over 26,620 Athletes To Compete In 26 Different Sports In More Than 600 Competitions. Soga's Approach Is Holistic, In That It Increases The Physical, Social And Physiological Development Of Athletes, Placing Emphasis On Health Education By Offering A Series Of Health Screenings In Conjunction With The State Games. Athletes Build Confidence And A Positive Self-image Through Playing Sports And Carry Those Character Traits Back Into The Classroom, The Home, The Job, And The Community. | 2024 |
| Sustainability And Community Health Initiative (Kids In Nutrition) | $25,000 | Sunnyvale, CA, US | University Students Volunteer In Teams Of Five To Teach 5th Graders And Their Families From Diverse Backgrounds How To Make Informed, Eco-friendly Dietary Choices. Over Eight Weekly Classroom Visits, They Deliver Engaging, Evidence-based Lessons Using Visuals, Games, Physical Activity, And Group Work. Through Kids In Nutrition (Kin), Students Receive Ingredients And Culturally Relevant Recipes To Cook Healthy Meals At Home, Tailored To Dietary Needs. Families Also Get Bilingual Resources-newsletters, Worksheets, Challenges, And Online Tools To Support Continued Learning, Along With Guidance On Accessing Affordable Food And Public Assistance Programs. | 2024 |
| The Camp Cole Foundation Inc | $30,000 | Eastover, SC, US | At Camp Cole, Youth With Illnesses, Disabilities And Life Challenges Are Encouraged To Shine. The 40-acre Campus Serves As A Safe Oasis And Idyllic Home-away-from-home For Campers Of All Ages. A Caring, Well-trained Staff Of Counselors And Program Leaders Are On Hand To Help Campers Enjoy Enriching And Entertaining Programs While Remaining Healthy And Comfortable In The Hands Of Top-of-the-line Medical Caregivers. Whether Attending A Weeklong Or Weekend Overnight Experience, Campers Are Inspired To Explore An Array Of Indoor And Outdoor Activities, Developing New Skills, Growing In Independence And Confidence And Forging Friendships With Other Campers With Similar Challenges And Capabilities. | 2024 |
| The Foundation For Nc A&t State University | $35,300 | Greensboro, NC, US | Students, Faculty, And Staff From North Carolina A&t State University (Ncat) Will Partner With 3rd Graders From A Local High-needs Elementary School To Foster Environmental Awareness And Stewardship. Through The Eastside Scientists Program, Ncat Students Model Sustainable Habits And Lead Hands-on Science Experiments, Art Projects, And Field Trips To National Forests And State Parks. The Program Culminates In A Student-led Environmental Initiative-such As Creating An Eco-friendly Outdoor Space, Building Playground Structures From Recycled Materials, Launching A School-wide Recycling Campaign, Designing Reusable Water Bottles, Or Organizing Neighborhood Cleanups-that Benefits The Entire School Community. | 2024 |
| Treepeople | $59,326 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Treepeople Leads Underrepresented Elementary Students On A Series Of Mountain-to-ocean Field Trips To Explore Watershed Cycles, Ecosystem Connections, And Nature-based Climate Solutions. Aligned With The Nextgen Science Standards, The Curriculum Follows Waters Journey From Mountains To Wetlands And The Sea, With Each Trip Highlighting How Topography Influences Climate Resilience, Habitat Restoration, And Conservation. Through Fun, Hands-on Activities And Family Engagement, Students Build Lasting Connections To Their Local Watersheds And Develop A Sense Of Environmental Stewardship. | 2024 |
| Triangle Bikeworks | $60,362 | Carrboro, NC, US | Triangle Bikeworks (Tbw) Empowers Youth Physically, Socially, Emotionally, And Academically Through A Dynamic, Three-pronged Approach: Organized Cycling, Education On The Untold Histories Of Bipoc Communities, And Environmental Awareness And Sustainability With A Focus On Its Impact On Bipoc Populations. Through After-school And Weekend Programming, Students Participate In Training Rides, Environmental Education Sessions, Community Service Projects, And Team-building Activities. Youth Learn Experientially About Air, Water, And Land Conservation, While Exploring Histories That Reflect Their Cultural Backgrounds And Lived Experiences. Each Season Culminates In Immersive Cycling Tours - Three-day Rides In The Spring And Fall, And A Two-week Summer Journey - Where Students Apply What They've Learned, Build Resilience, And Strengthen Community Bonds. | 2024 |
| Trips For Kids Marin | $25,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Trips For Kids Bay Area (Tfkba) Mobile Bike Workshop Program Empowers Youth In Grades 4-5 With Essential Bike Safety And Riding Skills, Delivered Directly On School Campuses Or At Community After-school Sites. The Program Focuses On Youth From Under-resourced Communities, Many Of Whom Are Learning To Ride A Bike For The First Time. Tfkba Provides All Necessary Equipment-including Bikes, Helmets, And Tools-so Every Participant Can Fully Engage. Weekly Sessions Are Interactive And Fun, Covering The Bike Components And Functions; Basic Bike Maintenance And Repair; And Core Safe Riding Techniques. As Students Gain Confidence, Lessons Expand To Include Situational Awareness And Advanced Safety Practices, Such As: Navigating Varied Riding Conditions; Maneuvering Around Pedestrians And Other Moving Vehicles; Understanding Traffic Laws Related To Biking; Managing Biking Speed And Using Communication Tools To Stay Visible And Safe. | 2024 |
| Valley Children's Hospital | $25,000 | Madera, CA, US | In Partnership With Safe Kids Central California, Valley Children's Hosts Annual Car Seat Check Saturdays To Provide Education To Parents/caregivers And The General Community On The Importance Of Using Child Safety Car Seats And Using Them Correctly. This Provides An Opportunity For Families Throughout Fresno And Madera Counties To Have Their Current Child Safety Seats Examined For Proper Installation And/or Low-income Families To Receive A Free Child Safety Seat For Each Child In Need. Education Awareness Is Provided By Nationally Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians, Who Volunteer Their Time To Lend Support. Valley Children's Will Also Offer Child Passenger Safety Technician Courses To Train Additional Child Passenger Safety Technicians Within The Valley Children's System And Other Agencies In Central California. | 2024 |
| Scientific Adventures For Girls | $26,600 | Berkeley, CA, US | Designed To Inspire A New Generation Of Environmentally Conscious Students, Safg's Seven-week Program Engages Tk-6th Grade Girls From 22 Elementary Schools Across The San Francisco East Bay Area In Dynamic, Hands-on Stem Learning. Held After School In A Safe And Supportive Environment, Sessions Are Led By Female Environmentalists And Local Role Models Who Share Their Personal Journeys And Help Students Connect Classroom Learning To Real-world Careers. The Curriculum Is Student-centered And Locally Relevant And Focuses On The Greenhouse Effect; Renewable Vs. Non-renewable Energy; Waste Reduction; Water Conservation And The Impact Of Pollution. Through Collaborative Projects And Problem-solving Activities, Girls Build Confidence, Curiosity, And A Deeper Understanding For How Science Can Be Used To Protect The Planet. | 2024 |
| Providence Trinitycare Hospice Foundation | $100,000 | Torrance, CA, US | As Southern California's Only Dedicated Pediatric Hospice And Palliative Care Program, Trinitykids Care Provides Specialized, Compassionate Support For Children At The End Of Life. Clinicians Are On-call 24/7 And Work With Registered Nurses, Social Workers, Home Health Aides, Chaplains And Volunteers To Deliver Holistic Care Tailored To Each Child And Family. Family Financial Assessments Are Conducted To Help Ensure Fundamental Needs Are Being Met, Particularly With Families Living At Or Below The Federal Poverty Level. Support Includes Assistance With Medical Supplies, Medications, Utilities, Transportation, Food, And Other Essential Services, Helping Families Focus On What Matters Most: Time Together. | 2024 |
| Momentum Agencies | $40,000 | Woodland Hills, CA, US | Leaps And Bounds Engages Young Children With Developmental Disabilities And Delays In Physical Activities That Promote Autonomy And School Readiness. This Multidisciplinary Program Integrates Occupational, Physical, And Speech Therapies To Support Motor Skills, Communication, Cognition, And Overall Health. Momentum Builds On This Progress Through Camp Escapades, An Inclusive Summer Camp Where Children Rotate Through 30-minute Activity Modules Such As Adaptive Sports, Arts And Crafts To Enhance Fine Motor Skills And Creative Expression, And Sensory And Communication Activities. Camp Escapades Will Also Be Offered Throughout The School Year (During Spring Break And Winter Break) To Provide Additional Opportunities For Engagement. | 2024 |
| Los Angeles Brotherhood Crusade - Black United Fund Inc | $75,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Under Its Energy Efficiencies And Sustainability Banner, Brotherhood Crusade Looks To Empower Youth To Lead The Charge In Establishing More Environmntally-friendly Schools And Neighborhoods. High School Teens Are Enlisted To Serve As Environmental Sustainability Youth Ambassadors. As Peer Educators, Ambassadors Develop Leadership, Critical Thinking And Problem-solving Skills As They Conduct Community-based Research; And Address Identified Issues With Respect To Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Energy Efficiency (Including Clean Energy) And Water Conservation In Their Respective Schools And Neighborhoods. | 2024 |
| Altasea At The Port Of Los Angeles | $50,000 | San Pedro, CA, US | Altasea's Project Blue Is An Education Initiative That Leverages Cross-sector Partnerships To Engage Students-especially Youth Of Color-in Ocean Science And Literacy. Students In Elementary Through College Have Access To A Wide Range Of Ocean Science And Literacy Programs Including Afterschool Enrichment Programs, Webinars, Community Lectures, And Internships At The High School And College Levels. Experts In The Field Teach Using The Most Relevant Research Available In The Ocean Environment Giving Students Unique Access And Exposure To Underwater Robotics And Technology, While Introducing Them To Various Career Options In Sustainable Aquaculture. | 2024 |
| Birmingham Zoo Inc | $30,000 | Birmingham, AL, US | Zooschool Is A One-week Stem-based Experiential Program Focused On Conservation, Environmental And Animal Interaction-related Topics. Annually, Over 750 Students (7th Graders) From Title I Schools In The Birmingham City Schools (Bcs) District Are Engaged In Relevant, Hands-on Lessons That Promotes Curiosity, Critical Thinking, And Problem Solving Skills. The Curriculum Covers Topics Such As Water Conservation, Population Dynamics And Human Impact, Energy Cycles In Ecosystems, Animal Care In A Zoo Setting And Zoo-related Career Options Students Might Not Have Previously Considered. Teachers Also Receive Free Access To Professional Development And Resources To Continue Learning In Their Classrooms | 2024 |
| Blazesports America Inc | $30,000 | Norcross, GA, US | Through Camp Phoenix, Kids And Teens With Cerebral Palsy, Spina Bifida, Muscular Dystrophy Or Other Related Physical Disabilities Participate In A Variety Of Adaptive Sports And Recreational Activities, While Building Leadership And Self-advocacy Skills. Participants Leave Their Fun-filled, Week-long Experience More Confident, Independent, Better Leaders And With Lots Of New Friends. Blazesports Also Works To Increase Physical Activity Participation And Active Play Among Preschool-aged Youth (2-8 Years) With And Without Disabilities. Blazetots Improves Health Through Various Physical Activities While Providing Nutritional Education To Families Through Supportive Training, Adaptive Equipment Kits And Curriculum, Implementation Guides, And Monthly Support From The Blazetots Team | 2024 |
| Camp Rise Above | $50,000 | Mount Pleasant, SC, US | Camp Rise Above Provides Life-changing Camp Experiences And Adaptive Programs For Children And Adults With Disabilities, Serious Diagnosis And Other Life Challenges. Camp Consists Of A Week Of Fun, Independence And Friendship Doing Activities They Are Often Excluded From Including Horseback Riding, Archery, Paddle Boarding And More. Campers Experience True Belonging In An Environment Built Specifically To Include And Celebrate Them. | 2024 |
| Camp Twin Lakes Inc | $25,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Camp Twin Lakes Is A Transformative Oasis, Annually Serving More Than 10,000 Children And Young Adults Living With Or Effected By Serious Physical Or Mental Illnesses, Disabilities, And Other Life Challenges. Its Three Campsites Are Fully Adaptive And Medically Supportive, Allowing Children To Actively Engage In Fun, Inclusive, And Impactful Camp Activities They Would Not Otherwise Be Able To Experience In A Traditional Camp Setting. Whether Spending A Week At Camp During The Summer Or A Weekend With The Family, Participants Are Encouraged To Take Risk And Try New Things Like Kayaking, Zip Lining, Climbing Rock Walls Or Horseback Riding - All While Forging Connections, Building Confidence, And Gaining Independence. | 2024 |
| Cec Stuyvesant Cove Inc (Solar One) | $50,000 | Long Island, NY, US | Designed To Increase Equity In The Clean Energy Economy, The Green Design Lab Is A Series Of Programs Serving K-12th Grade Students In Under-resourced Communities, Sparking Interest In Sustainability And Developing Green Workforce Skills. Program Streams Include: 1) Nyc Solar Schools, In Partnership With Nyc Department Of Education, Provides Energy And Solar Education Through Lessons And Activities Centered On Renewable Energy; 2) Solar Cte Offers Training To Career And Technical Education (Cte) High Schools Focused On Hard Skills Aligned With High-demand Jobs In The Solar Industry; 3) Careerstep Is A 16-week Summer Apprenticeship Program For High School Students Which Includes Academic Credits And Paid Internships; And 4) Careerclue, A Hands-on, 6-week Summer Course Offering Hard Skills Training, Field Trips, Guest Speakers, And A Culminating Project. | 2024 |
| Choc Foundation | $50,350 | Orange, CA, US | Each Year, The Choc Foundation Offers 25 Patients, Ages 8-17, A Unique Opportunity To Attend A Five-day Juvenile Arthritis (Ja) Camp-an Empowering Experience Designed Specifically For Children Living With Arthritis And Related Conditions. At Ja Camp, Fun Is The Top Priority. Activities Are Thoughtfully Designed To Celebrate Mobility And Promote Overall Wellness, Helping Campers Build Lasting Friendships, Boost Self-confidence, And Develop Independence In A Safe, Supportive Environment Surrounded By Peers And Mentors Who Truly Understand Life With Ja. In Addition To Recreational Fun, Campers Receive Practical Guidance In Nutrition And Pain Management Techniques, Empowering Them To Better Manage Their Condition And Thrive Beyond Camp. | 2024 |
| Family Success Center Of Etowah County Inc | $25,000 | Gadsden, AL, US | Through The Prepare And Prevent: Child Traffic Safety Program, Fscoec Partners With The Etowah County Health Department To Show Clients How To Properly Install Car Seats. Attendees Also Receive Lessons On Bike Safety And Tips On Preventing Injuries, While Helmets And Elbow Pads Are Distributed To Children Of Low-income Families. Additionally, Fscoec Seeks To Purchase Seat Belt Labels For Children Who Are Non-verbal Or Disabled. These Labels Assist First Responders In Getting The Proper Care For Children With Disabilities Who Have Been Hurt In A Traffic Accident, Particularly When The Parent Or Caregiver Is Unavailable. | 2024 |
| Family Success Center Of Etowah County Inc | $40,000 | Gadsden, AL, US | Operating As A One Stop Social And Family Services Center, Family Success Center Of Etowah County (Fscoec) Provides Comprehensive And Coordinated Services Allowing Families To Make Positive Changes In Their Lives. New Services Offered Through The In (Inclusive Needs) Program Helps Fill A Void In The County And Is Specifically Designed To Remove The Barriers Often Faced By Low-income Families, Particularly Those With Children With Disabilities. Support Services Include Covering Costs For Disabled Youth To Attend Camp, Providing Medical Equipment For Youth Not Covered By Insurance, Play Therapy And Counseling Services, Transportation To Doctors' Appointments, And Hosting Separate Support Groups For Parents And Children To Connect With Others Trying To Navigate Through Similar Challenges. | 2024 |
| Friends Of Cabrillo Marine Aquarium | $100,000 | San Pedro, CA, US | Youth Living Near The Port Of Los Angeles Face Environmental Challenges Like Noise, Traffic, And Poor Air And Water Quality, Yet Rarely Have Access To Careers That Address These Issues. The Young Scientists Program Creates A Pathway To Well-paying Careers In Science, Research, And Ocean Conservation. Junior High And High School Students Begin By Developing Research Projects From Hypothesis To Experimentation Using Advanced Lab Equipment. They Present Their Findings Through Scientific Posters And Talks At An Aquarium-hosted Symposium And Help Interpret Their Work To Visitors. At The Next Level, College Students Serve As Paid Interns On Conservation Research Projects, Including The White Abalone Captive Breeding Program Led By Bodega Marine Labs At Uc Davis And Funded By Noaa. | 2024 |
| Friends Of The Underline Inc | $100,000 | Miami, FL, US | The Way Kids Roll: Safety @ The Underline Is A Series Of Free, Family-friendly, Walk And Bike Educational Programs Designed To Cultivate A Safe Environment For People Of All Ages To Be Active And Healthy. Events Include Bicycle Handling And Safety Skill Training Through Bike Rodeos; Bike Repairs Provided By A Local Nonprofit Partner; And Helmet, Safety Light, And Bike Giveaways. Bike Rodeos Present Bicycle Driving Courses, In A Safe And Protected Environment, Simulating Actual Roadway Situations Commonly Encountered By Bicyclists. Skills Emphasized And Practiced Include Starting And Stopping, Using Hand Signals, Scanning For Traffic Without Weaving, Making Turns, Safe Maneuvering, Entering A Roadway Safely, Avoiding Hazards, And Balancing. Programming Is Offered Both In English And In Spanish To Serve Miami's Diverse Communities, Targeting Local Schools Along The Trail As Well As Disadvantaged Communities In Little Havana, Overtown, And West Grove/culver. | 2024 |
| Girl Scouts Of San Gorgonio Council | $100,000 | Redlands, CA, US | Gssgc's 191-acre Skyland Ranch Camp In The San Jacinto Mountains Is Used As A Backdrop For Inspiring K-12th Grade Students To Discover, Connect, And Take Action To Preserve And Protect The Environment. The Skyland Ranch Environmental Education Program Is Year-round And Available To Local School Children As Well As Traditional Girl Scouts. Program Facilitators Work Alongside Educators To Ensure Program Activities Are Aligned With The Next Generation Science Standards And Collaborate To Create Citizen Science Projects That Teachers Can Expand Upon Back In The Classroom. Some Activities Include Building Solar Batteries, Studying Weather Stations And Hydrology, Utilizing Equipment To Find And Understand Groundwater, And Even A Game Focused On The Importance Of Preserving Animal Ecosystems. | 2024 |
| Girls Inc Of Orange County | $25,000 | Santa Ana, CA, US | Girls Inc's Eureka! Program Immerses Girls During Their Formative Years Long Before They Begin To Lose Interest In Stem. Eureka! Is Made Up Of Three Four-day Spring Break Camps, Serving K-8th Grade Girls, And Two Four-day Summer Camps And One Four-week Summer Camp Serving 6th-8th Grade Girls On A Local College Campus. The Program Is Theme-based And Allows Girls To Explore The World Around Them, The Naturals Elements And How Human Impacts Affect Our Planet. Girls Learn About Subjects Such As Water And How It Can Be Conserved And About Wind And How It Is Used To Create Power. Eureka! Also Introduces Girls To Environmental Engineering Through Hands-on Activities To Investigate Local Environmental Issues, Including The Urban Heat Island Effect, Drought, Air Pollution In Densely Populated Areas, And Threats To Marine Environments. One Of The Most Powerful Components Of The Program Is The Opportunity For Girls To Work Beside Female Stem Professionals Who Serve As Mentors. | 2024 |
| Grid Alternatives Greater Los Angeles | $50,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Grid Alternatives Partners With Youth-serving Organizations To Identify And Engage At-risk Or Opportunity Youth Ages 18 To 24 In Paid Internships, Beginning With Its 13-week Installation Basics Training Program (Ibt). Through This Program, Participants Gain Hands-on Experience In Solar Installation While Attending Training Sessions In Real-world Work Environments. Using Grid's Innovative Classroom On The Roof Model, Trainees Learn To Install Solar Electric Systems On Single-family Homes, Affordable Housing Developments, And Nonprofit Facilities. In Addition To Technical Skills, Participants Become Advocates For Renewable Energy, Learning How Solar Power Benefits Both Communities And The Environment. These Projects Offer Practical, On-the-job Training That Serve As A Pathway To High-paying Careers In The Solar Industry. | 2024 |
| Ground Education | $30,000 | Signal Hill, CA, US | Working To Address Historical Inequities In Access To Nature And Education, Ground Education Supports Low-income Elementary Schools In The Long Beach Unified School District (Lbusd) Through The Creation, Care And Use Of School Gardens. Students In Grade K-5 Are Engaged In Dynamic, Hands-on Learning Experiences Thoughtfully Tailored To Each Grade Level, Expanding In Depth And Complexity As Students Grow. Monthly Lessons Focus On Science, Environmental Stewardship, Nutrition, And Sustainability-fostering Curiosity, Creativity And A Deeper Connection To The Natural World. | 2024 |
| Growinggreat | $50,000 | Manhattan Beach, CA, US | School Gardens Serve As Outdoor Learning Labs To Cultivate Budding Environmental Leaders. Building On Skills Developed During Planting Seeds Years 1-2, Expanded Weekly Activities Include 120 New 8th-graders, Addressing More Complex Issues Of Conservation And Environmental Advocacy In Their School Garden And Community. These Citizen Scientists Serve As On-campus Mentors To Incoming 6th-graders, Many Of Whom Have Never Experienced Learning In A Garden. Students Will Also Lead Three Projects Establishing A Comprehensive Compost Program; Planting An Ozone Bioindicator Garden Where They Will Collect Air Quality Data; And Participating In The Growing Beyond Earth Initiative Creating For Agriculture In Space. In Addition, Students Will Continue To Experiment And Develop Steam Activities For Grades Prek-2. | 2024 |
| James Whitcomb Riley Memorial Association | $95,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | The Skills On Wheels Training Program Was Created To Address The Lack Of Standardized Training For Children In Indiana And Michigan Who Use Wheelchairs. This Five-week Program Empowers Young Wheelchair Users And Their Caregivers By Building Mobility Skills, Confidence, And Community. Participants Learn 33 Essential Wheelchair Skills That Help Them Navigate Real-world Challenges Such As City Curbs, Steep Ramps, Tight Corners, And Inaccessible Doors. Instruction Is Supported By Occupational Therapy Students Who Assist With Training And Safety, Ensuring A Secure And Encouraging Learning Environment. Caregivers Also Benefit Through Networking Opportunities That Foster Mutual Support And Connection. | 2024 |
| Kid One Transport System Inc | $30,000 | Birmingham, AL, US | In The State Of Alabama, Access To Safe, Reliable Transportation Is A Huge Barrier In Rural Areas As Well As Major Cities That Lack Mass Public Transit Systems. Through Collaborations With Over 700 Health Care Providers, Kid One Transport System Provides Transportation To Medical, Dental And Mental Health Care Services For Children And Expectant Mothers Who Are Transportation Disadvantaged, Benefiting The Health And Lives Of Marginalized Women And Children. Just Through Its Partnership With Children's Hospital Of Alabama Alone, Kid One Provides Nearly 7,000 Transports Annually. Current Service Areas Include North, Central And East Alabama, With Dreams Of Expanding Its Reach To Serve Every County Within The State. | 2024 |
| Mcleod Medical Center Foundation | $69,240 | Florence, SC, US | With A Mission To Reduce Preventable Injuries Among Children In The Pee Dee Region, Mcleod Is Expanding Its Outreach To Enhance Safety Not Only On South Carolina's Roads But Also On Its Waterways. Through Community-based Safety Events-including Car Seat Checks And Boating Safety Workshops-residents Will Learn Essential Safety Practices And Receive Free Safety Equipment Such As Car Seats, Life Jackets, And Helmets For Bicycles, Skateboards, And Atvs. These Resources Are Provided At No Cost To Families In Need. To Further Strengthen Local Safety Efforts, Mcleod Will Also Offer Certified Training Programs For Car Seat Safety Technicians, Including Recertification For Current Professionals. Additionally, Mcleod Will Now Host Lifeguard Certification Courses, Equipping Individuals With The Skills Needed To Protect Children In Aquatic Environments. | 2024 |
| Miami Lighthouse For The Blind And Visually Impaired | $70,000 | Miami, FL, US | Miami Lighthouse Supports Approximately 160, Pre-k To 5th Grade Students With Vision Disabilities (Many Of Whom Have Additional Or Complex Medical Needs) By Fostering Independent Mobility, Physical Activity, And Social Inclusion. Through Orientation & Mobility Training, Physical Therapy, And Adapted Sports Like Blind Soccer, Children Build Foundational Skills For Academic And Life Success. Instruction Is Delivered By An Interdisciplinary Team Of Certified Educators, Health Professionals, And Trained Staff, With Access To Specialized Equipment And Accommodations. Using Tools Like The White Cane, Students Gain Confidence And Freedom Of Movement. The Program Also Offers Developmentally Appropriate Instruction In Core Academics, Braille, Technology, Art, Music, Sensory Integration, And More-along With Extended Day Services, Nutritious Meals, Wellness Checks, And Door-to-door Transportation. | 2024 |
| National Organizations For Youth Safety | $100,000 | Alexandria, VA, US | Nytef Is A 10-month, Paid Fellowship Designed To Empower Young Bipoc Leaders Nationwide Through Immersive Education And Community Engagement Focused On Transportation Equity. Fellows Explore Pedestrian Safety Challenges In Bipoc Communities And Engage In Digital Storytelling, Advocacy, And Action Aligned With The Safe System Approach-promoting Safer Roads, Vehicles, Speeds, And Post-crash Care. Participants Commit At Least 15 Hours Per Month To Virtual Cohort Sessions, One-on-one Development Meetings, And Mentorship. The Program Culminates In Key Interventions Informed By Community Input And Data, Including A Comprehensive Roadmap Featuring Step-by-step Resources, Case Studies, And Methodologies For Engaging Youth In Transportation Equity And Pedestrian Safety. | 2024 |
| Ohio Hispanic Coalition | $100,000 | Columbus, OH, US | The Youth Environment And Sustainability Development Project Serves Approximately 400 Latino/hispanic Youth, Grades 1-8 Through Hands-on Environmental And Sustainability Activities That Foster Technical Skills, Teamwork, And Cultural Connection. Participants Explore Topics Through Weekly Lessons And Experiential Learning, Including Planting Flowers And Herbs Commonly Used In Latino Households; Composting To Enrich Garden Soil; Solar Car Building And Sustainability-themed Team Challenges; Career Exploration And Technical Skills Development; And Field Trips To Water Treatment Plants, Recycling Centers And Landfills To Understand Resource Life Cycles. Each Session Integrates Goal-setting, Problem-solving, And Collaboration - Empowering Students To Become Environmentally Conscious Leaders In Their Communities. | 2024 |
| Sight Savers America Inc | $100,000 | Pelham, AL, US | Targeting Alabama And Ohio, Sight Savers America (Ssa) Provide High-tech Vision Equipment And Individual Low Vision Services To Children With Severe Visual Impairment Not Correctable With Eyeglasses, Contact Lenses Or Surgery. Ssa Case Specialists Work With A Network Of Partners To Identify Children With Low Vision Needs, Arrange For Professional Low Vision Evaluations And Provide Vision Aids Such As An Evm, Monoculars, Dome Magnifiers Or Blind Aids, Distributed Through A Low Vision Clinic/home Delivery. The Clinics Include In-depth, One-on-one Training On The Use And Care Of The Child's New Visual Aid Equipment, With Ssa Staff Following Up With Each Family Served Until The Child Reaches The Age Of 19. | 2024 |
| Special Olympics Georgia | $25,000 | Norcross, GA, US | For More Than 50 Years, Special Olympics Georgia (Soga) Has Been Engaging Children And Adults With Intellectual Disabilities In Year-round Sports Training And Athletic Competition In A Variety Of Olympic-type Sports. Today, The Program Ushers In Over 26,620 Athletes To Compete In 26 Different Sports In More Than 600 Competitions. Soga's Approach Is Holistic, In That It Increases The Physical, Social And Physiological Development Of Athletes, Placing Emphasis On Health Education By Offering A Series Of Health Screenings In Conjunction With The State Games. Athletes Build Confidence And A Positive Self-image Through Playing Sports And Carry Those Character Traits Back Into The Classroom, The Home, The Job, And The Community. | 2024 |
| Sustainability And Community Health Initiative (Kids In Nutrition) | $25,000 | Sunnyvale, CA, US | University Students Volunteer In Teams Of Five To Teach 5th Graders And Their Families From Diverse Backgrounds How To Make Informed, Eco-friendly Dietary Choices. Over Eight Weekly Classroom Visits, They Deliver Engaging, Evidence-based Lessons Using Visuals, Games, Physical Activity, And Group Work. Through Kids In Nutrition (Kin), Students Receive Ingredients And Culturally Relevant Recipes To Cook Healthy Meals At Home, Tailored To Dietary Needs. Families Also Get Bilingual Resources-newsletters, Worksheets, Challenges, And Online Tools To Support Continued Learning, Along With Guidance On Accessing Affordable Food And Public Assistance Programs. | 2024 |
| The Camp Cole Foundation Inc | $30,000 | Eastover, SC, US | At Camp Cole, Youth With Illnesses, Disabilities And Life Challenges Are Encouraged To Shine. The 40-acre Campus Serves As A Safe Oasis And Idyllic Home-away-from-home For Campers Of All Ages. A Caring, Well-trained Staff Of Counselors And Program Leaders Are On Hand To Help Campers Enjoy Enriching And Entertaining Programs While Remaining Healthy And Comfortable In The Hands Of Top-of-the-line Medical Caregivers. Whether Attending A Weeklong Or Weekend Overnight Experience, Campers Are Inspired To Explore An Array Of Indoor And Outdoor Activities, Developing New Skills, Growing In Independence And Confidence And Forging Friendships With Other Campers With Similar Challenges And Capabilities. | 2024 |
| The Foundation For Nc A&t State University | $35,300 | Greensboro, NC, US | Students, Faculty, And Staff From North Carolina A&t State University (Ncat) Will Partner With 3rd Graders From A Local High-needs Elementary School To Foster Environmental Awareness And Stewardship. Through The Eastside Scientists Program, Ncat Students Model Sustainable Habits And Lead Hands-on Science Experiments, Art Projects, And Field Trips To National Forests And State Parks. The Program Culminates In A Student-led Environmental Initiative-such As Creating An Eco-friendly Outdoor Space, Building Playground Structures From Recycled Materials, Launching A School-wide Recycling Campaign, Designing Reusable Water Bottles, Or Organizing Neighborhood Cleanups-that Benefits The Entire School Community. | 2024 |
| Treepeople | $59,326 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Treepeople Leads Underrepresented Elementary Students On A Series Of Mountain-to-ocean Field Trips To Explore Watershed Cycles, Ecosystem Connections, And Nature-based Climate Solutions. Aligned With The Nextgen Science Standards, The Curriculum Follows Waters Journey From Mountains To Wetlands And The Sea, With Each Trip Highlighting How Topography Influences Climate Resilience, Habitat Restoration, And Conservation. Through Fun, Hands-on Activities And Family Engagement, Students Build Lasting Connections To Their Local Watersheds And Develop A Sense Of Environmental Stewardship. | 2024 |
| Triangle Bikeworks | $60,362 | Carrboro, NC, US | Triangle Bikeworks (Tbw) Empowers Youth Physically, Socially, Emotionally, And Academically Through A Dynamic, Three-pronged Approach: Organized Cycling, Education On The Untold Histories Of Bipoc Communities, And Environmental Awareness And Sustainability With A Focus On Its Impact On Bipoc Populations. Through After-school And Weekend Programming, Students Participate In Training Rides, Environmental Education Sessions, Community Service Projects, And Team-building Activities. Youth Learn Experientially About Air, Water, And Land Conservation, While Exploring Histories That Reflect Their Cultural Backgrounds And Lived Experiences. Each Season Culminates In Immersive Cycling Tours - Three-day Rides In The Spring And Fall, And A Two-week Summer Journey - Where Students Apply What They've Learned, Build Resilience, And Strengthen Community Bonds. | 2024 |
| Trips For Kids Marin | $25,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Trips For Kids Bay Area (Tfkba) Mobile Bike Workshop Program Empowers Youth In Grades 4-5 With Essential Bike Safety And Riding Skills, Delivered Directly On School Campuses Or At Community After-school Sites. The Program Focuses On Youth From Under-resourced Communities, Many Of Whom Are Learning To Ride A Bike For The First Time. Tfkba Provides All Necessary Equipment-including Bikes, Helmets, And Tools-so Every Participant Can Fully Engage. Weekly Sessions Are Interactive And Fun, Covering The Bike Components And Functions; Basic Bike Maintenance And Repair; And Core Safe Riding Techniques. As Students Gain Confidence, Lessons Expand To Include Situational Awareness And Advanced Safety Practices, Such As: Navigating Varied Riding Conditions; Maneuvering Around Pedestrians And Other Moving Vehicles; Understanding Traffic Laws Related To Biking; Managing Biking Speed And Using Communication Tools To Stay Visible And Safe. | 2024 |
| Valley Children's Hospital | $25,000 | Madera, CA, US | In Partnership With Safe Kids Central California, Valley Children's Hosts Annual Car Seat Check Saturdays To Provide Education To Parents/caregivers And The General Community On The Importance Of Using Child Safety Car Seats And Using Them Correctly. This Provides An Opportunity For Families Throughout Fresno And Madera Counties To Have Their Current Child Safety Seats Examined For Proper Installation And/or Low-income Families To Receive A Free Child Safety Seat For Each Child In Need. Education Awareness Is Provided By Nationally Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians, Who Volunteer Their Time To Lend Support. Valley Children's Will Also Offer Child Passenger Safety Technician Courses To Train Additional Child Passenger Safety Technicians Within The Valley Children's System And Other Agencies In Central California. | 2024 |
| Scientific Adventures For Girls | $26,600 | Berkeley, CA, US | Designed To Inspire A New Generation Of Environmentally Conscious Students, Safg's Seven-week Program Engages Tk-6th Grade Girls From 22 Elementary Schools Across The San Francisco East Bay Area In Dynamic, Hands-on Stem Learning. Held After School In A Safe And Supportive Environment, Sessions Are Led By Female Environmentalists And Local Role Models Who Share Their Personal Journeys And Help Students Connect Classroom Learning To Real-world Careers. The Curriculum Is Student-centered And Locally Relevant And Focuses On The Greenhouse Effect; Renewable Vs. Non-renewable Energy; Waste Reduction; Water Conservation And The Impact Of Pollution. Through Collaborative Projects And Problem-solving Activities, Girls Build Confidence, Curiosity, And A Deeper Understanding For How Science Can Be Used To Protect The Planet. | 2024 |
| Providence Trinitycare Hospice Foundation | $100,000 | Torrance, CA, US | As Southern California's Only Dedicated Pediatric Hospice And Palliative Care Program, Trinitykids Care Provides Specialized, Compassionate Support For Children At The End Of Life. Clinicians Are On-call 24/7 And Work With Registered Nurses, Social Workers, Home Health Aides, Chaplains And Volunteers To Deliver Holistic Care Tailored To Each Child And Family. Family Financial Assessments Are Conducted To Help Ensure Fundamental Needs Are Being Met, Particularly With Families Living At Or Below The Federal Poverty Level. Support Includes Assistance With Medical Supplies, Medications, Utilities, Transportation, Food, And Other Essential Services, Helping Families Focus On What Matters Most: Time Together. | 2024 |
| Momentum Agencies | $40,000 | Woodland Hills, CA, US | Leaps And Bounds Engages Young Children With Developmental Disabilities And Delays In Physical Activities That Promote Autonomy And School Readiness. This Multidisciplinary Program Integrates Occupational, Physical, And Speech Therapies To Support Motor Skills, Communication, Cognition, And Overall Health. Momentum Builds On This Progress Through Camp Escapades, An Inclusive Summer Camp Where Children Rotate Through 30-minute Activity Modules Such As Adaptive Sports, Arts And Crafts To Enhance Fine Motor Skills And Creative Expression, And Sensory And Communication Activities. Camp Escapades Will Also Be Offered Throughout The School Year (During Spring Break And Winter Break) To Provide Additional Opportunities For Engagement. | 2024 |
| Los Angeles Brotherhood Crusade - Black United Fund Inc | $75,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Under Its Energy Efficiencies And Sustainability Banner, Brotherhood Crusade Looks To Empower Youth To Lead The Charge In Establishing More Environmntally-friendly Schools And Neighborhoods. High School Teens Are Enlisted To Serve As Environmental Sustainability Youth Ambassadors. As Peer Educators, Ambassadors Develop Leadership, Critical Thinking And Problem-solving Skills As They Conduct Community-based Research; And Address Identified Issues With Respect To Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Energy Efficiency (Including Clean Energy) And Water Conservation In Their Respective Schools And Neighborhoods. | 2024 |
| Alabama State University | $65,117 | Montgomery, AL, US | Utilizing 3d Printing In Conjunction With 3d Scanning Technology, Alabama State University (Asu) Seeks To Create Patient-specific Mobility Devices Integrated With Customizable Orthotics For Children With Impaired Mobility. This Includes Children With Neuromuscular Disorders Such As Cerebral Palsy, Spina Bifida, And Muscular Dystrophy Who Often Times Also Suffer From Multiple Musculoskeletal Deformities Such As Scoliosis, Hip Dysplasia, Foot Deformities Or Drop Foot Etc., Leading To A Host Of Other Highly Individualized Special Needs. Through Access To These Customizable And Affordable Bespoke Ortho-motics Devices, Asu Looks To Provide The Joy Of Mobility To Thousands Of Children With Disabilities, Opening Doors To Childhood Development, Access To Education, Social Interaction, And Participation In Sports. | 2023 |
| Altasea At The Port Of Los Angeles | $50,000 | San Pedro, CA, US | Grounded In Cross-sector Partnerships, Altasea's Project Blue Education Program Was Designed To Teach Young People, Particularly Students Of Color About California's Greatest Asset, The Ocean. Students In Elementary Through College Have Access To A Wide Range Of Ocean Science And Literacy Programs Including After School Enrichment Programs, Webinars, Community Lectures, And Internships At The High School And College Levels. Experts In The Field Teach Using The Most Relevant Research Available In The Ocean Environment Giving Students Unique Access And Exposure To Underwater Robotics And Technology, While Introducing Them To Various Career Options In Sustainable Aquaculture. | 2023 |
| Birmingham Zoo Inc | $39,200 | Birmingham, AL, US | Zooschool Is A One-week Stem-based Experiential Program Focused On Conservation, Environmental And Animal Interaction-related Topics. Annually, Over 750 Students (7th Graders) From Title I Schools In The Birmingham City Schools (Bcs) District Are Engaged In Relevant, Hands-on Lessons That Promotes Curiosity, Critical Thinking, And Problem Solving Skills. The Curriculum Covers Topics Such As Water Conservation, Population Dynamics And Human Impact, Energy Cycles In Ecosystems, Animal Care In A Zoo Setting And Zoo-related Career Options Students Might Not Have Previously Considered. Teachers Also Receive Free Access To Professional Development And Resources To Continue Learning In Their Classrooms. | 2023 |
| Blazesports America Inc | $25,000 | Norcross, GA, US | Formed As The Legacy Organization Of The 1996 Paralympic Games Held In Atlanta, Georgia, Blazesports America Strives To Change The Lives Of Children And Adults With A Physical Disability Through Adaptive Sports, Recreation, And Physical Activity. Through Camp Phoenix, Kids And Teens With Cerebral Palsy, Spina Bifida, Muscular Dystrophy Or Other Related Physical Disabilities Participate In A Variety Of Adaptive Sports And Recreational Activities, While Building Leadership And Self-advocacy Skills. Participants Leave Their Fun-filled, Week-long Experience More Confident, Independent, Better Leaders And With Lots Of New Friends. | 2023 |
| Bridge Ii Sports | $50,000 | Durham, NC, US | Bridge Ii Sports Uses The Power Of Sports To Ignite The Player Within Children With Physical Disabilities. Through Their Mobile, Interactive Adaptive Sports Program Everybodyplaysnc, Supportive Staff And Volunteers Go Into Greensboro Schools Equipped With Sports Wheelchairs And Other Adaptive Equipment Needed To Engage Youth With Disabilities To Play A Sport Alongside Their Able-bodied Peers. In Addition To Playing Wheelchair Basketball, Sitting Volleyball, Or Boccia, Students Receive Lessons On Disability Etiquette, Sportsmanship, And Working As A Team. This Inclusive Play Helps Reduce Bullying, Change Perceptions About Disabilities, And Increases Confidence And Physical Activity Among All Players. | 2023 |
| Camp Korey | $25,000 | Mount Vernon, WA, US | As One Of Only Nine Serious Fun Camps In The U.s., Camp Korey Provides Year-round Programs Serving Youth, Ages 7-18, Who Live With One Or More Of 90+ Medical Conditions. Programs Are Offered Free Of Charge To Families And Include Residential Summer Camp, Family Weekends, And Family Day Adventures. Camp Korey Also Offers Their Camp To You Program, Which Brings Unique, Creative And Developmentally Appropriate Activities To Partner Hospitals In Washington And Oregon, Serving Patients That Cannot Leave The Hospital Due To Their Medical Conditions. | 2023 |
| Camp Twin Lakes Inc | $25,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Camp Twin Lakes Is A Transformative Oasis, Annually Serving More Than 10,000 Children And Young Adults Living With Or Effected By Serious Physical Or Mental Illnesses, Disabilities, And Other Life Challenges. Its Three Campsites Are Fully Adaptive And Medically Supportive, Allowing Children To Actively Engage In Fun, Inclusive, And Impactful Camp Activities They Would Not Otherwise Be Able To Experience In A Traditional Camp Setting. Whether Spending A Week At Camp During The Summer Or A Weekend With The Family, Participants Are Encouraged To Take Risk And Try New Things Like Kayaking, Zip Lining, Climbing Rock Walls Or Horseback Riding All While Forging Connections, Building Confidence, And Gaining Independence. | 2023 |
| Casey Feldman Memorial Foundation | $30,400 | Swedesboro, NJ, US | Through Its Kids Speaking Up For Road Safety Program, The Casey Feldman Memorial Foundation Amplifies The Voices Of Children, Grades 2-5 In Hopes Of Ending Distracted Driving. Educators Teach Students About The Dangers Of Driving Distracted As Well As Pedestrian Safety Using Free, Ready-to-use Lesson Plans Which Includes Everything Teachers Need To Present To Students In The Classroom. Lessons Are Supplemented With A Series Of Videos That Feature Sam, An Animated Character Who Tags Along For The Ride, Helping Children Recognize When Their Drivers Are Driving Distracted And Championing Them To Speak Up About It In A Respectful Non-confrontational Way. | 2023 |
| Catalyst Sports Inc | $40,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Get Out & Ride Atlanta Provides Access For People Living With Disabilities To The Great Outdoors. Access To Adaptive Sports Through Gyms, Health Facilities, And Other Indoor Recreational Spaces Is Possible By Providing Adaptive Off-road Handcycles And Trikes For Private Tours And Monthly Clinics For Participants To Traverse The Many Trails Of Atlanta. The Program Consists Of Four Components: 1) Training On Adaptive Equipment Use, 2) Monthly Group Rides, 3) Access To Adaptive Cycles Year-round With Privately Guided Tour Opportunities 4) Loaner Opportunities That Permits Adaptive Athletes And Their Respective Families To Rent Adaptive Bikes Based On Their Own Schedule And 5) Increased Awareness Of Adaptive Cycling And The Outdoor Needs Of People Living With Disabilities In The General Community. | 2023 |
| Cec Stuyvesant Cove Inc Dba Solar One | $50,000 | Long Island, NY, US | Designed To Increase Equity In The Clean Energy Economy, The Green Design Lab Is A Series Of Programs Serving K-12th Grade Students In Under-resourced Communities, Sparking Interest In Sustainability And Developing Green Workforce Skills. Program Streams Include: 1) Nyc Solar Schools, In Partnership With Nyc Department Of Education, Provides Energy And Solar Education Through Lessons And Activities Centered On Renewable Energy; 2) Solar Cte Offers Training To Career And Technical Education (Cte) High Schools Focused On Hard Skills Aligned With High-demand Jobs In The Solar Industry; 3) Careerstep Is A 16-week Summer Apprenticeship Program For High School Students Which Includes Academic Credits And Paid Internships; And 4) Careerclue, A Hands-on, 6-week Summer Course Offering Hard Skills Training, Field Trips, Guest Speakers, And A Culminating Project. | 2023 |
| Charge Syndrome Foundation Inc | $25,000 | Buffalo Grove, IL, US | Charge Syndrome Is A Rare Genetic Condition Most Evident Through Unique Facial Features And Impacts Many Parts Of A Child's Body Including Their Eyes, Nerves, Heart, Nasal Passages, Genitals And Ears. The Charge Syndrome Foundation Established The Ethan Wolfe Recreational Assistance Program To Enable Individuals With Charge The Opportunity To Experience The Joys Of Mobility By Participating In Fun, Enriching Activities And Accessing Much Needed Resources And Equipment. This Includes Adaptive Bikes, Summer Camps, And Therapeutic And Specialized Classes. The Foundation Also Focuses On Growing Its Outreach And Support Programs; Promoting Awareness By Building Networks And Partnerships; And By Staying Apprised Of Leading-edge Research. | 2023 |
| City Of Hope | $50,000 | Duarte, CA, US | The Academic Advocacy Program Was Designed To Help Children, Teens And Young Adults Continue Their Education And Maintain A Sense Of Normalcy During Cancer Treatment And Recovery. An Academic Advocacy Coordinator Conducts Comprehensive Academic Needs Assessments To Identify Physical, Cognitive, And Psychological Barriers To Academic Performance; Assess Patient's Motivation And Level Of Independence; Gather Academic History; And Enhance Communication Between The Patient, School And Healthcare Team Regarding The Patient's Educational Goals And Transition Back To School, When Possible. The Coordinator Also Connects High School And College Students To Scholarship Opportunities To Help Fund Their Higher Education Endeavors And Provide Backpacks And School Supplies To Patients And Their Siblings From Low Socioeconomic Backgrounds. | 2023 |
| Dayton Children's Hospital | $50,000 | Dayton, OH, US | The Car Seat Safety And Stay Ahead Of The Game Bicycle Helmet Programs Allow Dayton Children's To Play An Active Role In The Community To Reduce Instances Of Injury To Children In Transportation-related Crashes. Dayton Children's Distributes Child Safety Seats And Child Passenger Safety Education Throughout Its 20-county Service Area And During Routine Car Seat Checks Held At The Connor Child Health Pavilion And Throughout The Community. These Checks Are Led By Safe Kids Worldwide Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians Who Have Extensive Training In Car Seats, Cars, And Seat Belt Systems. Free Bike Helmets And Educational Information Are Distributed Through Local Partner Fire And Police Departments Or To Children Visiting The Hospitals Emergency Room As A Result Of A Bike Or Wheeled Sport Injury. | 2023 |
| Ecology In Classrooms And Outdoors | $30,000 | Portland, OR, US | Eco Uses Schoolyards As Outdoor Learning Labs To Provide Inclusive, Place-based, Experiential Ecology Lessons And Outdoor Experiences To All 3rd-5th Grade Students At Three Title I Schools In Southeast Portland. The Aim Is To Deepen The Students' Sense Of Place Through Engaging Hands-on Content And Outdoor Experiences Where They Live And Learn. Students Develop An Increased Understanding Of Northwest Ecology, Including Native Flora And Fauna While Practicing Stewardship By Removing Invasive Species And Planting Native Plants On Their School Grounds. | 2023 |
| Environmental Learning For Kids | $50,000 | Denver, CO, US | Elk Youth Naturally Is A Series Of Programs Allowing Students In Grades K-12 To Explore Their Passions For Science And The Outdoors Through Supportive, Transformational, Hands-on Mentoring. Programming Includes: 1) School-based Programs Correlated To Colorado Academic Standards And Model Effective Teaching; 2) Stem Education And Outdoor Experiential Field Activities Promoting Conservation And Community Stewardship Using Mountains, Urban Parks, And Local Museums As Outdoor Classrooms; 3) Career And Leadership Development Programming Focused On Careers And Community Service Which Includes A Week-long Leadership Training Outdoor Experience, Summer Employment; And Job Readiness Training. Elk Also Employs The Learning Environmental Activities For Families (Leaf) Program To Help Build Strong Family Bonds And Strengthen The Support System For Students Through Healthy Outdoor Activities Using Local Public Lands. | 2023 |
| Family Success Center Of Etowah County Inc | $25,000 | Gadsden, AL, US | Through The Prepare And Prevent: Child Traffic Safety Program, Fscoec Partners With The Etowah County Health Department To Show Clients How To Properly Install Car Seats. Attendees Also Receive Lessons On Bike Safety And Tips On Preventing Injuries, While Helmets And Elbow Pads Are Distributed To Children Of Low-income Families. Additionally, Fscoec Seeks To Purchase Seat Belt Labels For Children Who Are Non-verbal Or Disabled. These Labels Assist First Responders In Getting The Proper Care For Children With Disabilities Who Have Been Hurt In A Traffic Accident, Particularly When The Parent Or Caregiver Is Unavailable. | 2023 |
| Friends Of Aullwood Inc | $37,500 | Dayton, OH, US | Aullwood's Adventures School Program Provides Hands-on Experiences In Nature And Farming To Elementary School Children Ages 6-11. Students Are Treated To An Edutaining School Assembly To Get Them Psyched About Their Upcoming Field Trip. While At Aullwood's Sustainable Farm And Nature Sanctuary, Elementary Students See First Hand How Land Management Practices Provide Key Habitats For Birds, Wildlife And Farm Animals While Protecting Local Watersheds And Controlling Invasive Plant Species. Students Leave The Farm Motivated And Ready To Take Action To Conserve Natural Resources At Their Schools And Homes. | 2023 |
| Girl Scouts Of San Gorgonio Council (Gssgc) | $50,000 | Redlands, CA, US | Gssgcs 191-acre Skyland Ranch Camp In The San Jacinto Mountains Is Used As A Backdrop For Inspiring K-12th Grade Students To Discover, Connect, And Take Action To Preserve And Protect The Environment. Hands-on, Age-appropriate Lessons Focus On Biomimicry, Energy, Electricity Usage, Water Conservation And Plant Forest Management. Lessons And Activities Are Specifically Designed To Help Students Discover What A Sustainable Clean Energy Future Would Look Like And What They Can Do To Make Changes In Their World Today. Program Activities Include Exploring Nature To Determine How Natural Materials Can Be Utilized To Solve Real-life Problems, Partaking In Citizen Science Projects That Include Real-life Data Collection, And Networking With Professionals To Increase Awareness And Interest In Careers In The Environment Field. | 2023 |
| Grace Klein Community Inc | $25,000 | Birmingham, AL, US | In Jefferson County, The Largest County In Alabama, Approximately 13,171,460 Pounds Of Food Goes To Waste Every Year. Through Its Feedbhm Initiative, Grace Klein Commissions Community Volunteers To Help Rescue Good Food That Would Traditionally End Up In Landfills And Distribute It To Families Experiencing Food Insecurities. Available Food Is Rescued 7 Days A Week From Food Donors Such As Grocery Stores, Wholesalers And Restaurants And Is Quickly Distributed At Various Locations Across The State. Home Deliveries Are Arranged For Individuals That Are Homebound. | 2023 |
| Grid Alternatives Inland Empire Inc | $50,000 | Riverside, CA, US | With The Aim Of Creating Pathways To Green Energy Employment, Grid Alternatives Offers Four Solar Industry Training Programs: 1) Installation Basics Training (Ibt) Certificate; 2) Paid Internship; 3) Solarcorps Fellowship; And 4) Solar Futures High School Education To Under-resourced Youth And Young Adults Living In The Inland Empire. Grids Newly Established Clean Tech Training Center (Cttc) Also Provides Opportunities To Learn About Electric Vehicle Service Equipment And Battery Energy Storage. Through These No-cost Workforce Development Programs, Participants Receive Hands-on Experience, Gaining An Understanding Of Environmental Justice, Energy-efficiency, Green Energy Industry Trends, Renewable Energy Technologies, The Installation Process, And Construction Safety Practices In Preparation To Fill Local And Sustainable Green Economy Jobs. | 2023 |
| Heart Of Unlimited Boundaries Inc | $31,000 | West Liberty, OH, US | Heart Of Unlimited Boundaries (Hub) Offers An Unparalleled Opportunity To Experience The Joy, Exhilaration, And Proven Therapeutic Benefits Of Driving To Individuals With Disabilities; And/or Critical Illnesses. This Target Population Is Often Excluded From Recreational, Social And Therapeutic Programs Due To The Severity Of Their Physical Disabilities And/or Behavioral Issues. Utilizing Specially Designed Courses And Adapted Motorized Vehicles, Hub Addresses Pre-defined Therapeutic And Educational Objectives Resulting In Positive Social, Behavioral, Psychological, And Physical Therapeutic Gains Seldom Seen In Traditional Therapies. | 2023 |
| Kid One Transport System Inc | $25,000 | Birmingham, AL, US | In The State Of Alabama, Access To Safe, Reliable Transportation Is A Huge Barrier In Rural Areas As Well As Major Cities That Lack Mass Public Transit Systems. Through Collaborations With Over 700 Health Care Providers, Kid One Transport System Provides Transportation To Medical, Dental And Mental Health Care Services For Children And Expectant Mothers Who Are Transportation Disadvantaged, Benefiting The Health And Lives Of Marginalized Women And Children. Just Through Its Partnership With Childrens Hospital Of Alabama Alone, Kid One Provides Nearly 7,000 Transports Annually. Current Service Areas Include North, Central And East Alabama, With Dreams Of Expanding Its Reach To Serve Every County Within The State. | 2023 |
| Los Angeles Brotherhood Crusade - Black United Fund Inc | $75,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Under Its Energy Efficiencies And Sustainability Banner, Brotherhood Crusade Looks To Empower Youth To Lead The Charge In Establishing More Environmntally-friendly Schools And Neighborhoods. High School Teens Are Enlisted To Serve As Environmental Sustainability Youth Ambassadors. As Peer Educators, Ambassadors Develop Leadership, Critical Thinking And Problem-solving Skills As They Conduct Community-based Research; And Address Identified Issues With Respect To Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Energy Efficiency (Including Clean Energy) And Water Conservation In Their Respective Schools And Neighborhoods | 2023 |
| Mate Inspiration For Innovation | $50,000 | Monterey, CA, US | Through The Mate Rov Competition, Elementary, Middle, High School And College-age Students Flex Their Math, Electronics, Engineering, And Physics Knowledge And Skills To Design, Build And Test Underwater Robots To Complete Simulated Real-world Missions. Participants Progress Through Five Levels Ranging From Beginner To Advanced (Explorer, Pioneer, Ranger, Navigator And Scout), That Are Based On The Sophistication Of The Skill And Not So Much The Age Group. Teams Of Students Also Organize Themselves Into Mock Companies, Developing Entrepreneurial Thinking And Project Management Skills While Fostering Innovation And Collaboration To Create And Compete With Rovs. | 2023 |
| Nationwide Children's Hospital Foundation | $50,000 | Columbus, OH, US | In Partnership Between The City Of Columbus Department Of Neighborhoods And Nationwide Children's Hospital, Safety City Is A Safety Education Program For Children Ages 5, 6 And 7. This One Week, 4-day Session Focuses Heavily On Traffic And Pedestrian Safety. Students Learn How To Properly Get On/off A School Bus; Safely Cross The Street At A Cross Walk; And Learn The Safest Way To Walk To School/home On Routes With And Without Sidewalk Access. Every Day The Students Also Spend Time Riding Bikes Through Safety Village An Area Where They Practice What They've Learned And Become Familiar With Traffic Signs And Patterns. Upon Completion, Each Child Earns A Certificate Of Achievement And Participate In A Graduation Ceremony. | 2023 |
| Ohio Chapter American Academy Of Pediatrics | $25,000 | Columbus, OH, US | Put A Lid On It Bike Helmet Safety Awareness Campaign Runs Every Year In Ohio To Raise Awareness On Bike Helmet Safety, Educate On Public Policies, Encourage Adults To Be Behavior Models, And Provide Bike Helmets. Ohio Aap Enlist Pediatricians, County Health Departments, Police/fire Departments, Schools, Nonprofits, And Other Community Partners To Provide Education And Free Bike Helmets At Community Events. Activities Include Bike Helmet Distributions Demonstrating Proper Use And Fit; Public Awareness Campagins Emphasizing The Importance And Effectiveness Of Helmet Safety; And Bike Rodeos Where Children Learn Safe Riding Tips By Participating In Riding Simulations Mirroring Common Biking Situations. | 2023 |
| South Carolina Aquarium | $45,000 | Charleston, SC, US | Through Its Premier And Award-winning Science Education Programming, Dominion Energy School Programs, South Carolina Aquarium Annually Reaches An Average Of 6,000 Students And 350 Teachers From Title I Schools. At No Cost, Selected Teachers Attend A Professional Development Teacher Workshop In Preparation For Introducing Science Concepts (From One Of Seven Age-appropriate Themes) To Their Students Through Three Distinct Activities. Next, Teachers And Students Attend An In-person Or Virtual Aquarium Visit Where They Participate In Hands-on Activities That Reinforce Classroom Concepts Learned. In The Final Phase Of The Program, Teachers And Students Return To Their Classrooms To Engage In Reflection And Follow-up Activities Using Standards-based Curriculum Provided By The Aquarium. | 2023 |
| Special Olympics Georgia | $25,000 | Norcross, GA, US | For More Than 50 Years, Special Olympics Georgia (Soga) Has Been Engaging Children And Adults With Intellectual Disabilities In Year-round Sports Training And Athletic Competition In A Variety Of Olympic-type Sports. Today, The Program Ushers In Over 26,620 Athletes To Compete In 26 Different Sports In More Than 600 Competitions. Soga's Approach Is Holistic, In That It Increases The Physical, Social And Physiological Development Of Athletes, Placing Emphasis On Health Education By Offering A Series Of Health Screenings In Conjunction With The State Games. Athletes Build Confidence And A Positive Self-image Through Playing Sports And Carry Those Character Traits Back Into The Classroom, The Home, The Job, And The Community. | 2023 |
| The Children's Hospital Of Alabama | $27,750 | Birmingham, AL, US | Dedicated To Preventing Avoidable Injuries And Advocating For The Well-being Of Children In The State Of Alabama, Children's Of Alabama Uses Thinkfirsts Evidence-based Curriculum To Drive Home The Importance Of Using Your Brain To Protect Your Body! Topics Covered Include Helmet Use, Bicycle Safety, Pedestrian Safety, Concussion Awareness/prevention, And Atv Safety. Age-appropriate Concepts Coupled With Hands-on Simulations Help Children Develop Lifelong Safety Habits And Minimize Their Risk For Sustaining Injuries. The Child Passenger Safety Program Is Also Offered To Caregivers To Educate Them On Choosing, Installing, And Checking The Appropriate Car Seat Or Booster Seat For Their Child. New Car Seats And Booster Seats Are Distributed Free Of Charge To Families In Need. | 2023 |
| The Exceptional Foundation | $50,000 | Birmingham, AL, US | The Exceptional Foundation Provides Year-round Social And Recreational Services For Children And Adults With Intellectual Disabilities All Designed To Promote Healthy Living, Improve Life Skills, Support Social Relationships And Foster Community Involvement. During The 8-week Summer Camp, Young Participants' Are Divided Into Three, Age-appropriate Groups Where Each Participants Individual Talents, Goals And Personalities Are Acknowledged And Celebrated. Daily Activities Include Swimming, Cooking, Science, Art, Adaptive Physical Education Activities, And Field Trips. These Experiences Build Upon The Knowledge And Skills Acquired In The School Setting And Help Close The Gap To Social And Recreational Activities Prevalent Among Youth With Disabilities. | 2023 |
| The Priority Center Ending The Generational Cycle Of Trauma Inc | $50,000 | Santa Ana, CA, US | Through Hundreds Of Referrals Each Month, The Priority Center Serves Nearly 1,000 Impoverished, Under-resourced Families In Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, Los Angeles, And San Diego Counties. Annually, Over 8,000 Much Needed Items Are Delivered To Create A Safe, Secure And Nurturing Environment. These Essentials Include Food, Clothing, Diapers, Formula, Furniture, Car Seats, Cribs And Beds. This Year, The Priority Center Looks To Distribute Car Seats To Improve The Safety Of Young Children While On The Roads. In Addition To Distributing The Car Seats And Education Awareness Materials, Car Seat Installation Events Will Be Held To Ensure Families Understand How To Properly Install Their Newly Acquired Car Seats. | 2023 |
| Valley Children's Hospital | $25,000 | Madera, CA, US | In Partnership With Safe Kids Central California, Valley Children's Hosts Annual Car Seat Check Saturdays To Provide Education To Parents/caregivers And The General Community On The Importance Of Using Child Safety Car Seats And Using Them Correctly. This Provides An Opportunity For Families Throughout Fresno And Madera Counties To Have Their Current Child Safety Seats Examined For Proper Installation And/or Low-income Families To Receive A Free Child Safety Seat For Each Child In Need. Education Awareness Is Provided By Nationally Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians, Who Volunteer Their Time To Lend Support. Valley Children's Will Also Offer Child Passenger Safety Technician Courses To Train Additional Child Passenger Safety Technicians Within The Valley Children's System And Other Agencies In Central California. | 2023 |
| Ground Education | $30,000 | Long Beach, CA, US | Working To Dispel Historical Inequities Around Nature And Education, Ground Education Supports Low-income Elementary Schools In Long Beach Unified School District (Lbusd) By Building, Maintaining, And Using School Gardens To Engage Students In Grades K-5. Lessons Are Tailored According To Grade Level And Grow In Scope And Complexity As Each Student Progresses Through Their Elementary Years. Students Are Inspired To Think, Explore And Connect To Nature Through Robust, Hands-on Activities Which Includes Integrated Science And Environmental Awareness, Nutrition, Sustainability And Much More. Time Spent In Green Spaces Such As Gardens Has Been Known To Lower Stress, Restore Focus, And Promote Kindness And Community Nurturing The Academic, Physical And Social Well-being Of Every Child. | 2023 |
| Growing Great | $40,000 | Manhattan Beach, CA, US | School Gardens Serve As Outdoor Learning Labs To Cultivate Budding Environmental Leaders. Through Weekly Stem And Garden Activities, Students Will Experience How Farming Practices Intersect With Water, Air And Land Resources And Contextualize How The Usage Of These Resources Has Social And Ethical Implications In Their Own Communities And On Global Climate Change. Students Grades 6-8, Will Use Lessons Learned To Write A Series Of Stem Activities That Explore Environmental Science Geared Toward K-5th Grade Students. They Will Also Script, Produce, Film And Edit Videoes To Compliment The Activities. The Materials Will Be Produced In English And Spanish And Made Available Free Of Charge To Any Los Angeles Unified School District (Lausd) Parent Or Teacher As A Resource For Teaching Foundational Environmental Concepts. | 2023 |
| Alabama State University | $65,117 | Montgomery, AL, US | Utilizing 3d Printing In Conjunction With 3d Scanning Technology, Alabama State University (Asu) Seeks To Create Patient-specific Mobility Devices Integrated With Customizable Orthotics For Children With Impaired Mobility. This Includes Children With Neuromuscular Disorders Such As Cerebral Palsy, Spina Bifida, And Muscular Dystrophy Who Often Times Also Suffer From Multiple Musculoskeletal Deformities Such As Scoliosis, Hip Dysplasia, Foot Deformities Or Drop Foot Etc., Leading To A Host Of Other Highly Individualized Special Needs. Through Access To These Customizable And Affordable Bespoke Ortho-motics Devices, Asu Looks To Provide The Joy Of Mobility To Thousands Of Children With Disabilities, Opening Doors To Childhood Development, Access To Education, Social Interaction, And Participation In Sports. | 2023 |
| Altasea At The Port Of Los Angeles | $50,000 | San Pedro, CA, US | Grounded In Cross-sector Partnerships, Altasea's Project Blue Education Program Was Designed To Teach Young People, Particularly Students Of Color About California's Greatest Asset, The Ocean. Students In Elementary Through College Have Access To A Wide Range Of Ocean Science And Literacy Programs Including After School Enrichment Programs, Webinars, Community Lectures, And Internships At The High School And College Levels. Experts In The Field Teach Using The Most Relevant Research Available In The Ocean Environment Giving Students Unique Access And Exposure To Underwater Robotics And Technology, While Introducing Them To Various Career Options In Sustainable Aquaculture. | 2023 |
| Birmingham Zoo Inc | $39,200 | Birmingham, AL, US | Zooschool Is A One-week Stem-based Experiential Program Focused On Conservation, Environmental And Animal Interaction-related Topics. Annually, Over 750 Students (7th Graders) From Title I Schools In The Birmingham City Schools (Bcs) District Are Engaged In Relevant, Hands-on Lessons That Promotes Curiosity, Critical Thinking, And Problem Solving Skills. The Curriculum Covers Topics Such As Water Conservation, Population Dynamics And Human Impact, Energy Cycles In Ecosystems, Animal Care In A Zoo Setting And Zoo-related Career Options Students Might Not Have Previously Considered. Teachers Also Receive Free Access To Professional Development And Resources To Continue Learning In Their Classrooms. | 2023 |
| Blazesports America Inc | $25,000 | Norcross, GA, US | Formed As The Legacy Organization Of The 1996 Paralympic Games Held In Atlanta, Georgia, Blazesports America Strives To Change The Lives Of Children And Adults With A Physical Disability Through Adaptive Sports, Recreation, And Physical Activity. Through Camp Phoenix, Kids And Teens With Cerebral Palsy, Spina Bifida, Muscular Dystrophy Or Other Related Physical Disabilities Participate In A Variety Of Adaptive Sports And Recreational Activities, While Building Leadership And Self-advocacy Skills. Participants Leave Their Fun-filled, Week-long Experience More Confident, Independent, Better Leaders And With Lots Of New Friends. | 2023 |
| Bridge Ii Sports | $50,000 | Durham, NC, US | Bridge Ii Sports Uses The Power Of Sports To Ignite The Player Within Children With Physical Disabilities. Through Their Mobile, Interactive Adaptive Sports Program Everybodyplaysnc, Supportive Staff And Volunteers Go Into Greensboro Schools Equipped With Sports Wheelchairs And Other Adaptive Equipment Needed To Engage Youth With Disabilities To Play A Sport Alongside Their Able-bodied Peers. In Addition To Playing Wheelchair Basketball, Sitting Volleyball, Or Boccia, Students Receive Lessons On Disability Etiquette, Sportsmanship, And Working As A Team. This Inclusive Play Helps Reduce Bullying, Change Perceptions About Disabilities, And Increases Confidence And Physical Activity Among All Players. | 2023 |
| Camp Korey | $25,000 | Mount Vernon, WA, US | As One Of Only Nine Serious Fun Camps In The U.s., Camp Korey Provides Year-round Programs Serving Youth, Ages 7-18, Who Live With One Or More Of 90+ Medical Conditions. Programs Are Offered Free Of Charge To Families And Include Residential Summer Camp, Family Weekends, And Family Day Adventures. Camp Korey Also Offers Their Camp To You Program, Which Brings Unique, Creative And Developmentally Appropriate Activities To Partner Hospitals In Washington And Oregon, Serving Patients That Cannot Leave The Hospital Due To Their Medical Conditions. | 2023 |
| Camp Twin Lakes Inc | $25,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Camp Twin Lakes Is A Transformative Oasis, Annually Serving More Than 10,000 Children And Young Adults Living With Or Effected By Serious Physical Or Mental Illnesses, Disabilities, And Other Life Challenges. Its Three Campsites Are Fully Adaptive And Medically Supportive, Allowing Children To Actively Engage In Fun, Inclusive, And Impactful Camp Activities They Would Not Otherwise Be Able To Experience In A Traditional Camp Setting. Whether Spending A Week At Camp During The Summer Or A Weekend With The Family, Participants Are Encouraged To Take Risk And Try New Things Like Kayaking, Zip Lining, Climbing Rock Walls Or Horseback Riding All While Forging Connections, Building Confidence, And Gaining Independence. | 2023 |
| Casey Feldman Memorial Foundation | $30,400 | Swedesboro, NJ, US | Through Its Kids Speaking Up For Road Safety Program, The Casey Feldman Memorial Foundation Amplifies The Voices Of Children, Grades 2-5 In Hopes Of Ending Distracted Driving. Educators Teach Students About The Dangers Of Driving Distracted As Well As Pedestrian Safety Using Free, Ready-to-use Lesson Plans Which Includes Everything Teachers Need To Present To Students In The Classroom. Lessons Are Supplemented With A Series Of Videos That Feature Sam, An Animated Character Who Tags Along For The Ride, Helping Children Recognize When Their Drivers Are Driving Distracted And Championing Them To Speak Up About It In A Respectful Non-confrontational Way. | 2023 |
| Catalyst Sports Inc | $40,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Get Out & Ride Atlanta Provides Access For People Living With Disabilities To The Great Outdoors. Access To Adaptive Sports Through Gyms, Health Facilities, And Other Indoor Recreational Spaces Is Possible By Providing Adaptive Off-road Handcycles And Trikes For Private Tours And Monthly Clinics For Participants To Traverse The Many Trails Of Atlanta. The Program Consists Of Four Components: 1) Training On Adaptive Equipment Use, 2) Monthly Group Rides, 3) Access To Adaptive Cycles Year-round With Privately Guided Tour Opportunities 4) Loaner Opportunities That Permits Adaptive Athletes And Their Respective Families To Rent Adaptive Bikes Based On Their Own Schedule And 5) Increased Awareness Of Adaptive Cycling And The Outdoor Needs Of People Living With Disabilities In The General Community. | 2023 |
| Cec Stuyvesant Cove Inc Dba Solar One | $50,000 | Long Island, NY, US | Designed To Increase Equity In The Clean Energy Economy, The Green Design Lab Is A Series Of Programs Serving K-12th Grade Students In Under-resourced Communities, Sparking Interest In Sustainability And Developing Green Workforce Skills. Program Streams Include: 1) Nyc Solar Schools, In Partnership With Nyc Department Of Education, Provides Energy And Solar Education Through Lessons And Activities Centered On Renewable Energy; 2) Solar Cte Offers Training To Career And Technical Education (Cte) High Schools Focused On Hard Skills Aligned With High-demand Jobs In The Solar Industry; 3) Careerstep Is A 16-week Summer Apprenticeship Program For High School Students Which Includes Academic Credits And Paid Internships; And 4) Careerclue, A Hands-on, 6-week Summer Course Offering Hard Skills Training, Field Trips, Guest Speakers, And A Culminating Project. | 2023 |
| Charge Syndrome Foundation Inc | $25,000 | Buffalo Grove, IL, US | Charge Syndrome Is A Rare Genetic Condition Most Evident Through Unique Facial Features And Impacts Many Parts Of A Child's Body Including Their Eyes, Nerves, Heart, Nasal Passages, Genitals And Ears. The Charge Syndrome Foundation Established The Ethan Wolfe Recreational Assistance Program To Enable Individuals With Charge The Opportunity To Experience The Joys Of Mobility By Participating In Fun, Enriching Activities And Accessing Much Needed Resources And Equipment. This Includes Adaptive Bikes, Summer Camps, And Therapeutic And Specialized Classes. The Foundation Also Focuses On Growing Its Outreach And Support Programs; Promoting Awareness By Building Networks And Partnerships; And By Staying Apprised Of Leading-edge Research. | 2023 |
| City Of Hope | $50,000 | Duarte, CA, US | The Academic Advocacy Program Was Designed To Help Children, Teens And Young Adults Continue Their Education And Maintain A Sense Of Normalcy During Cancer Treatment And Recovery. An Academic Advocacy Coordinator Conducts Comprehensive Academic Needs Assessments To Identify Physical, Cognitive, And Psychological Barriers To Academic Performance; Assess Patient's Motivation And Level Of Independence; Gather Academic History; And Enhance Communication Between The Patient, School And Healthcare Team Regarding The Patient's Educational Goals And Transition Back To School, When Possible. The Coordinator Also Connects High School And College Students To Scholarship Opportunities To Help Fund Their Higher Education Endeavors And Provide Backpacks And School Supplies To Patients And Their Siblings From Low Socioeconomic Backgrounds. | 2023 |
| Dayton Children's Hospital | $50,000 | Dayton, OH, US | The Car Seat Safety And Stay Ahead Of The Game Bicycle Helmet Programs Allow Dayton Children's To Play An Active Role In The Community To Reduce Instances Of Injury To Children In Transportation-related Crashes. Dayton Children's Distributes Child Safety Seats And Child Passenger Safety Education Throughout Its 20-county Service Area And During Routine Car Seat Checks Held At The Connor Child Health Pavilion And Throughout The Community. These Checks Are Led By Safe Kids Worldwide Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians Who Have Extensive Training In Car Seats, Cars, And Seat Belt Systems. Free Bike Helmets And Educational Information Are Distributed Through Local Partner Fire And Police Departments Or To Children Visiting The Hospitals Emergency Room As A Result Of A Bike Or Wheeled Sport Injury. | 2023 |
| Ecology In Classrooms And Outdoors | $30,000 | Portland, OR, US | Eco Uses Schoolyards As Outdoor Learning Labs To Provide Inclusive, Place-based, Experiential Ecology Lessons And Outdoor Experiences To All 3rd-5th Grade Students At Three Title I Schools In Southeast Portland. The Aim Is To Deepen The Students' Sense Of Place Through Engaging Hands-on Content And Outdoor Experiences Where They Live And Learn. Students Develop An Increased Understanding Of Northwest Ecology, Including Native Flora And Fauna While Practicing Stewardship By Removing Invasive Species And Planting Native Plants On Their School Grounds. | 2023 |
| Environmental Learning For Kids | $50,000 | Denver, CO, US | Elk Youth Naturally Is A Series Of Programs Allowing Students In Grades K-12 To Explore Their Passions For Science And The Outdoors Through Supportive, Transformational, Hands-on Mentoring. Programming Includes: 1) School-based Programs Correlated To Colorado Academic Standards And Model Effective Teaching; 2) Stem Education And Outdoor Experiential Field Activities Promoting Conservation And Community Stewardship Using Mountains, Urban Parks, And Local Museums As Outdoor Classrooms; 3) Career And Leadership Development Programming Focused On Careers And Community Service Which Includes A Week-long Leadership Training Outdoor Experience, Summer Employment; And Job Readiness Training. Elk Also Employs The Learning Environmental Activities For Families (Leaf) Program To Help Build Strong Family Bonds And Strengthen The Support System For Students Through Healthy Outdoor Activities Using Local Public Lands. | 2023 |
| Family Success Center Of Etowah County Inc | $25,000 | Gadsden, AL, US | Through The Prepare And Prevent: Child Traffic Safety Program, Fscoec Partners With The Etowah County Health Department To Show Clients How To Properly Install Car Seats. Attendees Also Receive Lessons On Bike Safety And Tips On Preventing Injuries, While Helmets And Elbow Pads Are Distributed To Children Of Low-income Families. Additionally, Fscoec Seeks To Purchase Seat Belt Labels For Children Who Are Non-verbal Or Disabled. These Labels Assist First Responders In Getting The Proper Care For Children With Disabilities Who Have Been Hurt In A Traffic Accident, Particularly When The Parent Or Caregiver Is Unavailable. | 2023 |
| Friends Of Aullwood Inc | $37,500 | Dayton, OH, US | Aullwood's Adventures School Program Provides Hands-on Experiences In Nature And Farming To Elementary School Children Ages 6-11. Students Are Treated To An Edutaining School Assembly To Get Them Psyched About Their Upcoming Field Trip. While At Aullwood's Sustainable Farm And Nature Sanctuary, Elementary Students See First Hand How Land Management Practices Provide Key Habitats For Birds, Wildlife And Farm Animals While Protecting Local Watersheds And Controlling Invasive Plant Species. Students Leave The Farm Motivated And Ready To Take Action To Conserve Natural Resources At Their Schools And Homes. | 2023 |
| Girl Scouts Of San Gorgonio Council (Gssgc) | $50,000 | Redlands, CA, US | Gssgcs 191-acre Skyland Ranch Camp In The San Jacinto Mountains Is Used As A Backdrop For Inspiring K-12th Grade Students To Discover, Connect, And Take Action To Preserve And Protect The Environment. Hands-on, Age-appropriate Lessons Focus On Biomimicry, Energy, Electricity Usage, Water Conservation And Plant Forest Management. Lessons And Activities Are Specifically Designed To Help Students Discover What A Sustainable Clean Energy Future Would Look Like And What They Can Do To Make Changes In Their World Today. Program Activities Include Exploring Nature To Determine How Natural Materials Can Be Utilized To Solve Real-life Problems, Partaking In Citizen Science Projects That Include Real-life Data Collection, And Networking With Professionals To Increase Awareness And Interest In Careers In The Environment Field. | 2023 |
| Grace Klein Community Inc | $25,000 | Birmingham, AL, US | In Jefferson County, The Largest County In Alabama, Approximately 13,171,460 Pounds Of Food Goes To Waste Every Year. Through Its Feedbhm Initiative, Grace Klein Commissions Community Volunteers To Help Rescue Good Food That Would Traditionally End Up In Landfills And Distribute It To Families Experiencing Food Insecurities. Available Food Is Rescued 7 Days A Week From Food Donors Such As Grocery Stores, Wholesalers And Restaurants And Is Quickly Distributed At Various Locations Across The State. Home Deliveries Are Arranged For Individuals That Are Homebound. | 2023 |
| Grid Alternatives Inland Empire Inc | $50,000 | Riverside, CA, US | With The Aim Of Creating Pathways To Green Energy Employment, Grid Alternatives Offers Four Solar Industry Training Programs: 1) Installation Basics Training (Ibt) Certificate; 2) Paid Internship; 3) Solarcorps Fellowship; And 4) Solar Futures High School Education To Under-resourced Youth And Young Adults Living In The Inland Empire. Grids Newly Established Clean Tech Training Center (Cttc) Also Provides Opportunities To Learn About Electric Vehicle Service Equipment And Battery Energy Storage. Through These No-cost Workforce Development Programs, Participants Receive Hands-on Experience, Gaining An Understanding Of Environmental Justice, Energy-efficiency, Green Energy Industry Trends, Renewable Energy Technologies, The Installation Process, And Construction Safety Practices In Preparation To Fill Local And Sustainable Green Economy Jobs. | 2023 |
| Heart Of Unlimited Boundaries Inc | $31,000 | West Liberty, OH, US | Heart Of Unlimited Boundaries (Hub) Offers An Unparalleled Opportunity To Experience The Joy, Exhilaration, And Proven Therapeutic Benefits Of Driving To Individuals With Disabilities; And/or Critical Illnesses. This Target Population Is Often Excluded From Recreational, Social And Therapeutic Programs Due To The Severity Of Their Physical Disabilities And/or Behavioral Issues. Utilizing Specially Designed Courses And Adapted Motorized Vehicles, Hub Addresses Pre-defined Therapeutic And Educational Objectives Resulting In Positive Social, Behavioral, Psychological, And Physical Therapeutic Gains Seldom Seen In Traditional Therapies. | 2023 |
| Kid One Transport System Inc | $25,000 | Birmingham, AL, US | In The State Of Alabama, Access To Safe, Reliable Transportation Is A Huge Barrier In Rural Areas As Well As Major Cities That Lack Mass Public Transit Systems. Through Collaborations With Over 700 Health Care Providers, Kid One Transport System Provides Transportation To Medical, Dental And Mental Health Care Services For Children And Expectant Mothers Who Are Transportation Disadvantaged, Benefiting The Health And Lives Of Marginalized Women And Children. Just Through Its Partnership With Childrens Hospital Of Alabama Alone, Kid One Provides Nearly 7,000 Transports Annually. Current Service Areas Include North, Central And East Alabama, With Dreams Of Expanding Its Reach To Serve Every County Within The State. | 2023 |
| Los Angeles Brotherhood Crusade - Black United Fund Inc | $75,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Under Its Energy Efficiencies And Sustainability Banner, Brotherhood Crusade Looks To Empower Youth To Lead The Charge In Establishing More Environmntally-friendly Schools And Neighborhoods. High School Teens Are Enlisted To Serve As Environmental Sustainability Youth Ambassadors. As Peer Educators, Ambassadors Develop Leadership, Critical Thinking And Problem-solving Skills As They Conduct Community-based Research; And Address Identified Issues With Respect To Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Energy Efficiency (Including Clean Energy) And Water Conservation In Their Respective Schools And Neighborhoods | 2023 |
| Mate Inspiration For Innovation | $50,000 | Monterey, CA, US | Through The Mate Rov Competition, Elementary, Middle, High School And College-age Students Flex Their Math, Electronics, Engineering, And Physics Knowledge And Skills To Design, Build And Test Underwater Robots To Complete Simulated Real-world Missions. Participants Progress Through Five Levels Ranging From Beginner To Advanced (Explorer, Pioneer, Ranger, Navigator And Scout), That Are Based On The Sophistication Of The Skill And Not So Much The Age Group. Teams Of Students Also Organize Themselves Into Mock Companies, Developing Entrepreneurial Thinking And Project Management Skills While Fostering Innovation And Collaboration To Create And Compete With Rovs. | 2023 |
| Nationwide Children's Hospital Foundation | $50,000 | Columbus, OH, US | In Partnership Between The City Of Columbus Department Of Neighborhoods And Nationwide Children's Hospital, Safety City Is A Safety Education Program For Children Ages 5, 6 And 7. This One Week, 4-day Session Focuses Heavily On Traffic And Pedestrian Safety. Students Learn How To Properly Get On/off A School Bus; Safely Cross The Street At A Cross Walk; And Learn The Safest Way To Walk To School/home On Routes With And Without Sidewalk Access. Every Day The Students Also Spend Time Riding Bikes Through Safety Village An Area Where They Practice What They've Learned And Become Familiar With Traffic Signs And Patterns. Upon Completion, Each Child Earns A Certificate Of Achievement And Participate In A Graduation Ceremony. | 2023 |
| Ohio Chapter American Academy Of Pediatrics | $25,000 | Columbus, OH, US | Put A Lid On It Bike Helmet Safety Awareness Campaign Runs Every Year In Ohio To Raise Awareness On Bike Helmet Safety, Educate On Public Policies, Encourage Adults To Be Behavior Models, And Provide Bike Helmets. Ohio Aap Enlist Pediatricians, County Health Departments, Police/fire Departments, Schools, Nonprofits, And Other Community Partners To Provide Education And Free Bike Helmets At Community Events. Activities Include Bike Helmet Distributions Demonstrating Proper Use And Fit; Public Awareness Campagins Emphasizing The Importance And Effectiveness Of Helmet Safety; And Bike Rodeos Where Children Learn Safe Riding Tips By Participating In Riding Simulations Mirroring Common Biking Situations. | 2023 |
| South Carolina Aquarium | $45,000 | Charleston, SC, US | Through Its Premier And Award-winning Science Education Programming, Dominion Energy School Programs, South Carolina Aquarium Annually Reaches An Average Of 6,000 Students And 350 Teachers From Title I Schools. At No Cost, Selected Teachers Attend A Professional Development Teacher Workshop In Preparation For Introducing Science Concepts (From One Of Seven Age-appropriate Themes) To Their Students Through Three Distinct Activities. Next, Teachers And Students Attend An In-person Or Virtual Aquarium Visit Where They Participate In Hands-on Activities That Reinforce Classroom Concepts Learned. In The Final Phase Of The Program, Teachers And Students Return To Their Classrooms To Engage In Reflection And Follow-up Activities Using Standards-based Curriculum Provided By The Aquarium. | 2023 |
| Special Olympics Georgia | $25,000 | Norcross, GA, US | For More Than 50 Years, Special Olympics Georgia (Soga) Has Been Engaging Children And Adults With Intellectual Disabilities In Year-round Sports Training And Athletic Competition In A Variety Of Olympic-type Sports. Today, The Program Ushers In Over 26,620 Athletes To Compete In 26 Different Sports In More Than 600 Competitions. Soga's Approach Is Holistic, In That It Increases The Physical, Social And Physiological Development Of Athletes, Placing Emphasis On Health Education By Offering A Series Of Health Screenings In Conjunction With The State Games. Athletes Build Confidence And A Positive Self-image Through Playing Sports And Carry Those Character Traits Back Into The Classroom, The Home, The Job, And The Community. | 2023 |
| The Children's Hospital Of Alabama | $27,750 | Birmingham, AL, US | Dedicated To Preventing Avoidable Injuries And Advocating For The Well-being Of Children In The State Of Alabama, Children's Of Alabama Uses Thinkfirsts Evidence-based Curriculum To Drive Home The Importance Of Using Your Brain To Protect Your Body! Topics Covered Include Helmet Use, Bicycle Safety, Pedestrian Safety, Concussion Awareness/prevention, And Atv Safety. Age-appropriate Concepts Coupled With Hands-on Simulations Help Children Develop Lifelong Safety Habits And Minimize Their Risk For Sustaining Injuries. The Child Passenger Safety Program Is Also Offered To Caregivers To Educate Them On Choosing, Installing, And Checking The Appropriate Car Seat Or Booster Seat For Their Child. New Car Seats And Booster Seats Are Distributed Free Of Charge To Families In Need. | 2023 |
| The Exceptional Foundation | $50,000 | Birmingham, AL, US | The Exceptional Foundation Provides Year-round Social And Recreational Services For Children And Adults With Intellectual Disabilities All Designed To Promote Healthy Living, Improve Life Skills, Support Social Relationships And Foster Community Involvement. During The 8-week Summer Camp, Young Participants' Are Divided Into Three, Age-appropriate Groups Where Each Participants Individual Talents, Goals And Personalities Are Acknowledged And Celebrated. Daily Activities Include Swimming, Cooking, Science, Art, Adaptive Physical Education Activities, And Field Trips. These Experiences Build Upon The Knowledge And Skills Acquired In The School Setting And Help Close The Gap To Social And Recreational Activities Prevalent Among Youth With Disabilities. | 2023 |
| The Priority Center Ending The Generational Cycle Of Trauma Inc | $50,000 | Santa Ana, CA, US | Through Hundreds Of Referrals Each Month, The Priority Center Serves Nearly 1,000 Impoverished, Under-resourced Families In Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, Los Angeles, And San Diego Counties. Annually, Over 8,000 Much Needed Items Are Delivered To Create A Safe, Secure And Nurturing Environment. These Essentials Include Food, Clothing, Diapers, Formula, Furniture, Car Seats, Cribs And Beds. This Year, The Priority Center Looks To Distribute Car Seats To Improve The Safety Of Young Children While On The Roads. In Addition To Distributing The Car Seats And Education Awareness Materials, Car Seat Installation Events Will Be Held To Ensure Families Understand How To Properly Install Their Newly Acquired Car Seats. | 2023 |
| Valley Children's Hospital | $25,000 | Madera, CA, US | In Partnership With Safe Kids Central California, Valley Children's Hosts Annual Car Seat Check Saturdays To Provide Education To Parents/caregivers And The General Community On The Importance Of Using Child Safety Car Seats And Using Them Correctly. This Provides An Opportunity For Families Throughout Fresno And Madera Counties To Have Their Current Child Safety Seats Examined For Proper Installation And/or Low-income Families To Receive A Free Child Safety Seat For Each Child In Need. Education Awareness Is Provided By Nationally Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians, Who Volunteer Their Time To Lend Support. Valley Children's Will Also Offer Child Passenger Safety Technician Courses To Train Additional Child Passenger Safety Technicians Within The Valley Children's System And Other Agencies In Central California. | 2023 |
| Ground Education | $30,000 | Long Beach, CA, US | Working To Dispel Historical Inequities Around Nature And Education, Ground Education Supports Low-income Elementary Schools In Long Beach Unified School District (Lbusd) By Building, Maintaining, And Using School Gardens To Engage Students In Grades K-5. Lessons Are Tailored According To Grade Level And Grow In Scope And Complexity As Each Student Progresses Through Their Elementary Years. Students Are Inspired To Think, Explore And Connect To Nature Through Robust, Hands-on Activities Which Includes Integrated Science And Environmental Awareness, Nutrition, Sustainability And Much More. Time Spent In Green Spaces Such As Gardens Has Been Known To Lower Stress, Restore Focus, And Promote Kindness And Community Nurturing The Academic, Physical And Social Well-being Of Every Child. | 2023 |
| Growing Great | $40,000 | Manhattan Beach, CA, US | School Gardens Serve As Outdoor Learning Labs To Cultivate Budding Environmental Leaders. Through Weekly Stem And Garden Activities, Students Will Experience How Farming Practices Intersect With Water, Air And Land Resources And Contextualize How The Usage Of These Resources Has Social And Ethical Implications In Their Own Communities And On Global Climate Change. Students Grades 6-8, Will Use Lessons Learned To Write A Series Of Stem Activities That Explore Environmental Science Geared Toward K-5th Grade Students. They Will Also Script, Produce, Film And Edit Videoes To Compliment The Activities. The Materials Will Be Produced In English And Spanish And Made Available Free Of Charge To Any Los Angeles Unified School District (Lausd) Parent Or Teacher As A Resource For Teaching Foundational Environmental Concepts. | 2023 |
| Thinkfirst Foundation | $100,000 | Naperville, IL, US | Thinkfirst Foundation Provides Evidence-based Educational Programs Promoting Vehicle, Bicycle, And Pedestrian Safety For Children Ages Birth To 8th Grade. Tailored For Grades 1-3, Curricula For Thinkfirst For Kids Includes Worksheets And A Street Smart Animated Video, Providing Lessons On Protecting The Brain/spinal Cord, Vehicle And Bus Safety, And Bicycle And Pedestrian Safety. Thinkfirst For Youth Serves Grades 4-8 With Lessons Addressing The Brain And Spinal Cord, Vehicle And Pedestrian Safety, And Bicycle And Sports Safety, Helping Students Build Communication And Conflict Resolution Skills, Increase Self-confidence, & The Ability To Make Safe Choices. Thinkfirst For Your Baby Is An Educational Class For New Or Expectant Parents, Grandparents, Or Other Caregivers Sharing Lessons On Street/pedestrian Safety When With Babies And Young Children, Car Seat Use, And Vehicle Safety For Babies And Children, Including A 1-hour Presentation By A Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician. | 2022 |
| The Nature Conservancy | $100,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Educating Youth And Families Through Field Experiences And Virtual Learning Opportunities And Volunteer Engagement Are High Priorities For The Nature Conservancy (Tnc) In Ohio. To Amplify Nature Labs (A Science-based Online Learning Platform) Reach, Tnc Will Host Monthly Virtual Field Trips Targeting Families And Ohio E-subscribers; Making The Curriculum Accessible To Other Youth-focused Organizations Across Ohio; And Hosting Volunteer Events For Families To Get Involved With Local Conservation. Also, Tnc Looks To Provide More Opportunities For Volunteer Engagement In Its Ongoing Conservation Efforts Like Protecting 38,000 Acres Of Resilient And Connected Lands, Improving Ecological Management On 14,000 Acres, Restoring 23,000 Acres Of Wetlands, To Name A Few. | 2022 |
| The Nature Conservancy | $100,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Collaboration Is At The Heart Of The Nature Conservancy's Restoration Efforts To Establish A Corridor Connecting The Talledega National Forest In Alabama To The Sheffield-paulding Wildlife Management Area On The Western Outskirts Of Metropolitan Atlanta. The Aim Is To Restore Critical Habitat For The Montane Longleaf Pine Ecosystem, Which Is Considered To Be The Most Endangered Longleaf System. Budding Scientists From Paulding County High School, Kennesaw State University, Berry College, And Clemson University Will Work Alongside Field Biologists And Other Stakeholders To Conduct Restoration Activities Such As Monitoring Pine Snakes And Other Species, Collecting Habitat Data And Conducting Community Outreach Programs At Regional Schools, Nature Centers And Libraries To Spread Awareness. | 2022 |
| The Nature Conservancy | $76,500 | Indianapolis, IN, US | By Expanding Its Education, Outreach And Restoration Initiatives, The Nature Conservacy (Tnc) Looks To Strengthen Connections With Communities Across Indiana. Tnc Will Partner With The Indianapolis Recorder To Bring Environmental Awareness To Central Indianas Black Community Through Weekly And Monthly News Articles. Also, Tnc Will Restore And Manage 56 Acres Of Oak Trees And Plant 7.5 Acres Of Wildflowers To Improve Air And Water Quality In The Area And Provide Habitats For Birds, Insects And Other Wildlife. Finally, Tnc Will Expand Its Educational Outreach By Providing Future Teachers With Environmental Curriculum And Engage The Boy Scouts Of Central Indiana In Nature-based Outdoor Service Projects. | 2022 |
| The Buckeye Ranch | $35,000 | Whitehall, OH, US | The Buckeye Ranch Serves Youth In Grades 3-6 And 7-12 With Emotional And Behavioral Challenges Not Manageable In A Traditional School Setting. Youth Are Referred By Their School Districts, Physicians, Case Workers And/or Self-referral. Specially Trained Staff And Clinicians Are Deployed To Work With Youth And Families Throughout The Summer Months To Build Upon The Progress Made During The School Year And Maintain Stability Within Their Families. Services Include Mental Health Therapy As Well As Recreational Camp Activities In A Supportive Environment. Youth Are Supported To Continue To Develop And Implement Their Coping Skills As They Interact With Adults And Peers In Both Structured Environments And In The Community As Appropriate. | 2022 |
| St Vincent Hospital Foundation Inc | $28,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Through Its Partnership With Agape Therapeutic Riding Resources, St. Vincents Hospital Foundation Provides Four,10-week Equine Assisted Therapy Programs Throughout The Year For Children Living With Disabilities. Pediatric Patients Benefiting From Equine Assisted Therapy Include Those With Neuro-developmental Disorders Such As Cerebral Palsy, And Sensory Impairments Such As Autism. The Program Develops A Foundation For Improving Neurological Function And Sensory Processing, Which Can Be Translated To Achieving Functional Outcomes Such As Improved Speech, Behavior, Postural Control, Range Of Motion, Endurance, And The Ability To Concentrate And Follow Directions. | 2022 |
| South Carolina Waterfowl Association | $30,000 | Pinewood, SC, US | At Camp Leopold, Students Connect With Nature And Learn About The Importance Of Their Decisions And How They Can Help To Create A More Sustainable Planet. Teachers Have The Option Of Selecting One-, Two- Or Three-day Programs That Meet Academic Standards In Science, Reading And Math. Campgrounds Are Used To Provide A Creative Outdoor Classroom Focused On Wildlife, Wetland And Upland Ecology Touching On Topics Such As The Importance Of Wetlands For Recharging The Water Supply, How Wetlands Act As Buffer Zones For Excess Water And Pollutants, And Land Management Practices That Benefit A Number Of Native Wildlife Species. | 2022 |
| Sight Savers America (Ssa) | $60,000 | Pelham, AL, US | Targeting Alabama And Ohio, Sight Savers America (Ssa) Will Provide High-tech Vision Equipment And Individual Low Vision Services To Children With Severe Visual Impairment Not Correctable With Eyeglasses, Contact Lenses Or Surgery. Ssa Case Specialists Work With A Network Of Partners To Identify Children With Low Vision Needs, Arrange For Professional Low Vision Evaluations And Provide Vision Aids Such As An Evm, Monoculars, Dome Magnifiers Or Blind Aids, Distributed Through A Low Vision Clinic/home Delivery. The Clinics Include In-depth, One-on-one Training On The Use And Care Of The Child's New Visual Aid Equipment, With Ssa Staff Following Up With Each Family Served Until The Child Reaches The Age Of 19. | 2022 |
| Safe Kids Worldwide | $100,000 | Washington, DC, US | Safe Kids Will Develop An All-terrain Vehicle (Atv) Safety Education And Awareness Program To Help Promote Safety For Children, Teens And Their Caregivers Around Off Highway Vehicles (Ohv). This Includes Utility Task Vehicles (Utv) And Recreational Off-highway Vehicles (Rov) But With The Majority Of Fatalities And Injuries Being Attributed To Atv Incidents, Atv Safety Awareness Will Be The High Priority. Educational Materials Will Be Developed Into An Atv Safety Toolkit Which Will Not Only Include The American Academy Of Pediatrics Guidelines For Use Of An Atv, But Will Also Contain A Social Media Guide, Educational Guide, Press Release Materials, Digital Assets, Tip Sheets And A Fact Sheet. These Safety Toolkits Will Be Distributed To States Where High Incidence Of Fatalities And Serious Injury Occur. | 2022 |
| Recreation Unlimited Foundation | $27,360 | Ashley, OH, US | Recreational Unlimited Foundation Offers A Full Schedule Of Year-round Camp Programs Including A Summer Residential Camp Experience, Serving Youth And Adults Ages 8 And Up With Physical And/or Developmental Disabilities And Health Concerns. The Summer Residential Camps Runs Monday Through Friday And Include Lodging, Meals And Snacks, Counselors, Program Leaders, On-site Nursing And A Great Environment For Fun. Campers Stretch Their Comfort Levels To Try Their Hand At Swimming, Fishing, Canoeing, Climbing, Sports, Archery, Nature Explorations, Arts And Crafts, Cooking, Theater, Campfire, Dancing And More. Full And Partial Scholarships Offered To Individuals With Disabilities Or Health Concerns And Is Based On Financial Need. | 2022 |
| Providence Trinitycare Foundation | $100,000 | Torrance, CA, US | Operating As The Only Dedicated Pediatric Hospice And Palliative Care Program Serving Southern California, Trinitykids Cares Uniquely Trains Interdisciplinary Teams Of Physicians, Registered Nurses, Social Workers, Home Health Aides, Non-denominational Chaplains, And Volunteers To Care For Children At The End-of-life. Clinicians Are On-call 24/7, Providing Comprehensive Counseling Services Including The Emotional And Spiritual Needs Of The Whole Family. Family Financial Assessments Are Conducted To Help Ensure Fundamental Needs Are Being Met, Particularly With Families Living At Or Below The Federal Poverty Level. Families Receive Assistance With Medical Supplies, Medication, Utilities, Transportation, Food, Etc. | 2022 |
| Ohio Wildlife Center | $29,968 | Powell, OH, US | Through Its 20-acre Education Center, Ohio Wildlife Centers Weekly Summer Camps Provide Unique Outdoor Environmental Education Experiences To Children Ages 3-16. Campers Explore Different Topics Based On Foundational Conservation Education Themes Ranging From Invasive To Endangered Species. Camp Activities Focus On Wildlife Exploration, Conservation Of Habitat, Stewardship, Rehabilitation, Environmental Issues, And Overarching Wildlife Questions. Students Carry Out Personal Assignments And Lessons In Conservation Practices Such As Building Pollinator Gardens, Composting, Using Green Energy Methods And Minimizing Their Environmental Footprint Within The Natural World. | 2022 |
| Ohio River Foundation | $26,350 | Cincinnati, OH, US | Open To Grades K-12, Mussels In The Classroom Teach Students About The Importance Of Mussels To An Ecosystem, Their Life Cycle, And Their Current Status In The Environment. Participating Classes Are Provided An Aquarium And The Necessary Equipment To Maintain And Monitor The Mussels For A Two-week Period. In The River Explorers Program, 4-12 Grade Students Become Junior Scientists For The Day, Getting Into Rivers And Creeks To Catch Aquatic Creatures For Close Study. Data Collected Throughout The Day Is Combined To Show An Overall River Health Index. | 2022 |
| Ohio Energy Project | $99,590 | Worthington, OH, US | Through A Stem-based, Standards-aligned Curriculum, E3: Energy Efficiency Environment Connects Textbook Energy And Environmental Concepts To Real-world Experiences. In The Classroom, Students Learn All About Energy And Environmental Science, Efficiency Principles, And Conservation Practices Through Hands-on Labs And Activities Designed To Promote Teamwork, Develop Critical Thinking, And Spark Curiosity For A Lifetime Of Sustainable Learning. Students Then Put Their Knowledge To The Test At Home, Teaching Their Families And Communities About The Importance Of Energy Efficiency And Its Connection To The World Around Them. Utilizing At-home Activities And Conservation Kits, Students Are Empowered To Further Environmental Literacy And Mitigate Energy Impacts In Their Communities. | 2022 |
| Ohio Chapter American Academy Of Pediatrics (Ohio Aap) | $25,000 | Columbus, OH, US | Put A Lid On It Bike Helmet Safety Awareness Campaign Runs Every Year In Ohio To Raise Awareness On Bike Helmet Safety, Educate On Public Policies, Encourage Adults To Be Behavior Models, And Provide Bike Helmets. Ohio Aap Enlist Pediatricians, County Health Departments, Police/fire Departments, Schools, Nonprofits, And Other Community Partners To Provide Education And Free Bike Helmets At Community Events. Activities Include Bike Helmet Distributions Demonstrating Proper Use And Fit; Public Awareness Campaigns Emphasizing The Importance And Effectiveness Of Helmet Safety; And Bike Rodeos Where Children Learn Safe Riding Tips By Participating In Riding Simulations Mirroring Common Biking Situations. | 2022 |
| National Safety Council | $100,000 | Itasca, IL, US | With The Aim Of Increasing Parent Knowledge And Improve Behaviors Regarding Child Passenger Safety For School-age Children, The National Safety Council (Nsc) Will Conduct Booster Seat Surveys And Focus Groups With Parents And Caregivers Of Children In First Through Fifth Grades. For Starters, The Survey Will Be Conducted In Florida, Indiana, Michigan And Ohio. Feedback Will Serve As A Baseline For Identifying Common Barriers That Prevent Parents And Caregivers From Properly Securing Children In Vehicles And Inform New Programs To Improve Vehicle Safety For School-age Children. Nsc Also Seeks To Improve Access To Car Seats, Booster Seats And Community Resources And Look To Distribute Them At No Cost As Needs Are Identified. | 2022 |
| National Marine Sanctuary Foundation | $78,753 | Silver Spring, MD, US | In Preparation For The Mate Rov Competition, Middle And High School Educators Receive Hands-on Training Using Underwater Robotics Kits And Adopting The Mate Rov Program Into Their Classroom Or School Club. Following The Training, Teachers Recruit And Train A Student Team Who Are Then Mentored And Supported By Mate Staff And Advisors, Veteran Mate Rov Educators And Stem Professionals, Leading Up To The Competition Held Annually Every Spring. During The Competition, Teams Navigate Through A Series Of Challenging Underwater Science Missions Covering Topics Such As Marine Renewable Energy Sources, Offshore Aquaculture, And Storing "Blue" Carbon From The Atmosphere And Oceans. | 2022 |
| Momentum Agencies | $30,000 | Woodland Hills, CA, US | Through Therapeutic And Educationl Programming, Momentum Helps Establish A Solid Foundation Of Mobility For Children With Developmental Delays, Disabilities, And Medical Conditions. Specializing In Pediatrics, Physical Therapists Assist Children In Developing And Enhancing Mobility So They May Safely Participate In Activities At Home, In The Community, In The Classroom, And On The Playground, Focusing On Their Ability To Participate In Essential Movement Activities Such As Crawling, Walking, Running, Playing Games, And Participating In Sports. For Children Who Rely On Mobility Aids Such As Wheelchairs, Orthotics, And Other Supports, Therapists Show Them How To Navigate Safely In Various Environments. | 2022 |
| Mitchell's Place Inc | $100,000 | Birmingham, AL, US | Specializing In Improving The Lives Of Children Affected By Autism And Other Developmental Disabilities, Mitchells Place Offers Quality Diagnostic, Educational And Therapeutic Services. Teams Of Highly Qualified And Caring Therapists, Analysts And Teachers Work To Remediate Social, Communicative, Adaptive And Academic Functioning While Simultaneously Decelerating Maladaptive Behavior Through Individualized And Comprehensive Treatment Plans. With Newly Acquired Space At Their Southside Clinic In Birmingham, Mitchell's Place Will Be Able To Provide Their Suite Of Therapeutic Services To More Children And In One Location, Making It Convenient For Families That Require More Comprehensive Treatment. | 2022 |
| Mcleod Health Foundation | $29,388 | Florence, SC, US | Committed To Increasing Awareness And Safe Practices That Promote Car Safety For Young Children, Mcleod Health Will Distribute Car And Booster Seats And Instructional Materials To The Public In A Variety Of Settings. Car And Booster Seats Will Also Be Given To Emergency Services To Have On Hand When Responding To Situations Requiring Prompt Support. Mcleod Health Will Pay The Tuition For First Responders, Hospital Staff, And (Potentially) Local Residents Seeking Car Seat Safety Certification Through The South Carolina Department Of Health And Environmental Control (Dhec). They Will Also Host Dhec Car Seat Safety Certification Classes At Its Campus In Florence, Reducing The Time And Cost Of Travel To The State Capital To Obtain This Training. | 2022 |
| Los Angeles Brotherhood Crusade - Black United Fund Inc | $75,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Awareness And Access To The Resources Needed To Transition To Clean Energy Practices Is A Huge Barrier For Under-resourced Communities In South Los Angeles. Under Its Energy Efficiencies And Sustainability Banner, Brotherhood Crusade Looks To Empower Youth To Lead The Charge In Establishing More Environmntally-friendly Schools And Neighborhoods. High School Teens Will Be Enlisted To Serve As Environmental Sustainability Youth Ambassadors. As Peer Educators, Ambassadors Will Develop Leadership, Critical Thinking And Problem-solving Skills As They Conduct Community-based Research; And Address Identified Issues With Respect To Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Energy Efficiency (Including Clean Energy) And Water Conservation In Their Respective Schools And Neighborhoods. | 2022 |
| Kid One Transport System Inc | $25,000 | Birmingham, AL, US | In The State Of Alabama, Access To Safe, Reliable Transportation Is A Huge Barrier In Rural Areas As Well As Major Cities That Lack Mass Public Transit Systems. Through Collaborations With Over 700 Health Care Providers, Kid One Transport System Provides Transportation To Medical, Dental And Mental Health Care Services For Children And Expectant Mothers Who Are Transportation Disadvantaged, Benefiting The Health And Lives Of Marginalized Women And Children. Just Through Its Partnership With Children's Hospital Of Alabama Alone, Kid One Provides Nearly 7,000 Transports Annually. Current Service Areas Include North, Central And East Alabama, With Dreams Of Expanding Its Reach To Serve Every County Within The State. | 2022 |
| James Whitcomb Riley Memorial Association | $79,114 | Indianapolis, IN, US | The Skills On Wheels Training Program Was Established To Fill A Void In Standardized Training Programs For Children Who Become Wheelchair Users In Indiana And Michigan. Program Activities Help Wheelchair-using Children And Their Caregivers Manage Mobility Challenges And Increase Their Social Participation, Wheelchair Confidence, And Physical Abilities. Children Are Provided Five Weeks Of Wheelchair Training Focused On 33 Skills That Aid Them In Navigating City Curbs, Steep Ramps, Inaccessible Doors, And Tight Corners. Occupational Therapy Students Are On Hand To Assist With Instruction And Spotting; While Caregivers Have An Opportunity To Network With One Another, Building Community. | 2022 |
| Indiana University Foundation | $29,999 | Bloomington, IN, US | Camp Yes And Supports Academic And Social-emotional Learning For Autistic High School Students While Also Providing Deep Professional Learning For K-12 Educators. The Camp Utilizes Innovative Instructional Methods Derived From Improvisational Theater To Strengthen Academic And Social-emotional Skills Among Youth With Autism, Setting Them Up For A More Productive Life After High School And Beyond. During The Week-long Camp, Educators Get To Practice New Skills And Receive Immediate Feedback While Working Hands-on With Youth On The Spectrum. The Camp Is Offered At No Cost To Families Or Educators. | 2022 |
| Memorial Medical Center Foundation | $38,000 | Long Beach, CA, US | Memorial Medicals Injury Prevention Program Focuses On Preventing Injury By Reducing The Occurrence Of Avoidable Injuries Through Education And Resources. The Program Is Led By Two Dedicated Injury Prevention Coordinators, Who Are Both Certified Cpr Instructors And Child Passenger Safety Technicians (Cpst). In Addition To Distributing Free Educational Materials And Car Seats At Community Outreach Events, They Also Host Child Passenger Safety Classes, Demonstrating The Proper Way To Install A Car Seat. This Year, Memorial Medical Will Expand Their Outreach To Build Awareness And Knowledge Around Safe Teen Driving Practices Using Social Media Outlets To Reach Teens In The Community. | 2022 |
| Heart Of Unlimited Boundaries Inc | $46,799 | West Liberty, OH, US | Heart Of Unlimited Boundaries (Hub) Offers An Unparalleled Opportunity To Experience The Joy, Exhilaration, And Proven Therapeutic Benefits Of 'Driving' To Individuals With Disabilities And/or Critical Illnesses. This Target Population Is Often Excluded From Therapeutic Driving Recreational, Social And Therapeutic Programs Due To The Severity Of Their Physical Disabilities And/or Behavioral Issues. Utilizing Specially Designed Courses And Adapted Motorized Vehicles, Hub Addresses Pre-defined Therapeutic And Educational Objectives Resulting In Positive Social, Behavioral, Psychological, And Physical Therapeutic Gains Seldom Seen In Traditional Therapies. | 2022 |
| Heal The Bay | $75,000 | Santa Monica, CA, US | Located Underneath The Historic Santa Monica Pier, Heal The Bay Hosts Thousands Of Prek-12th Grade Students From Title I Schools In Los Angeles County Through Its Youth Environmental Education Program. During The Two-hour Field Trips, Students Explore Touch Tanks, Comb The Beach Making Scientific Observations And Collect Data While Learning About Marine Conservation, Natural Watersheds, Water Cycles, And The Harmful Impacts Of Plastic Pollution On Marine Life. Lessons And Activities Are Student-centered, Hands-on And Meet Next Generation Science Standards And Ocean And Environmental Literacy Principles. Stipends Are Available To Underserved Schools On A First-come First-serve Basis To Minimize Barriers To Participating In Field Trips Such As Transportation Costs. | 2022 |
| Happy Hollow Children's Camp Inc | $45,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Happy Hollow Children's Camp Programs Are Fun, Safe And Meant To Help Campers Grow Toward Their Full Potential. Its Signature Overnight Summer Camp Targets Children Ages 7-14, Primarily From Greater Indianapolis And Central Indiana, Who Come From Economically Underprivileged Households. Camp Runs 6 Days/5 Nights And Offers Activities That Allow Children To Experience The Great Outdoors - From Hands-on Environmental Activities To Recreational Activities Including Horseback Riding, Hiking, Canoeing & Kayaking, Archery, Group Games And Sports, And A One-of-a-kind High Ropes Course. Asthma Camp Is Offered To Children With Mild To Severe Asthma, Which Depending On Its Severity, Can Be A Barrier To Experiencing The Wide Variety Of Activities Available In A Residential Camp. | 2022 |
| Growinggreat | $25,000 | Manhattan Beach, CA, US | School Gardens Serve As Outdoor Learning Labs To Cultivate Budding Environmental Leaders. Through Weekly Stem And Garden Activities, Students Will Experience How Farming Practices Intersect With Water, Air And Land Resources And Contextualize How The Usage Of These Resources Has Social And Ethical Implications In Their Own Communities And In Terms Of Global Climate Change. Students Grades 6-8 Will Use Lessons Learned To Write A Series Of Stem Activities That Explore Environmental Science Geared Toward K-5th Grade Students And Then Script, Produce, Film And Edit Videoes To Compliment The Activities. The Materials Will Be Produced In English And Spanish And Made Available Free Of Charge To Any Los Angeles Unified School District (Lausd) Parent Or Teacher As A Resource For Teaching Foundational Environmental Concepts. | 2022 |
| Girl Scouts Of San Gorgonio Council (Gssgc) | $50,000 | Redlands, CA, US | Gssgc's 191-acre Skyland Ranch Camp In The San Jacinto Mountains Is Used As A Backdrop For Inspiring K-12th Grade Students To Discover, Connect, And Take Action To Preserve And Protect The Environment. Hands-on, Age-appropriate Lessons Focus On Biomimicry, Energy, Electricity Usage, Water Conservation And Plant Forest Management, And Are Designed To Help Students Discover What A Sustainable Clean Energy Future Would Look Like And What They Can Do To Make Changes In Their World Today. Program Activities Include Exploring Nature To Determine How Natural Materials Can Be Utilized To Solve Real-life Problems, Partaking In Citizen Science Projects That Include Real-life Data Collection, And Networking With Professionals To Increase Their Awareness And Interest In Careers In The Environment Field. | 2022 |
| Friends Of The Conservatory | $100,000 | Columbus, OH, US | Students Of All Ages Learn About Natural Sciences, Health And The Environment Through A Suite Of Environmental Education And Conservation Programming. School Field Trips Educate Students About Native And Non-native Plants, Insects, Birds, Etc., While Camp Stem Students Explore Stem Concepts And "Native Pollinators" Then Receive A Culminating Field Trip To Enjoy With Their Families. Franklin Park Conservatory (Fpc) Partners With Head Starts Across Columbus, Providing Educational Programming To 500, 3-5 Year Olds. Teen Corps, A High-impact Summer Program, Teaches Teens Life And Work Skills Through Hands-on Urban Farming Activities, Which Includes Growing And Selling Produce At Fpc's Farmer's Market. Finally, Support Of Community Gardens Give Visitors Much Needed Access To Locally Grown Food. | 2022 |
| Friends Of Aullwood Inc Dba Aullwood Audubon Center And Farm | $35,000 | Dayton, OH, US | Aullwood's Adventures School Program Provides Hands-on Experiences In Nature And Farming To Elementary School Children Ages 6-11. Students Are Treated To An Edutaining School Assembly To Get Them Psyched About Their Upcoming Field Trip. While At Aullwood's Sustainable Farm And Nature Sanctuary, Elementary Students See Firsthand How Land Management Practices Provide Key Habitats For Birds, Wildlife And Farm Animals While Protecting Local Watersheds And Controlling Invasive Plant Species. Students Leave The Farm Motivated And Ready To Take Action To Conserve Natural Resources At Their Schools And Homes. | 2022 |
| Form5 Prosthetics Inc | $90,000 | New Albany, OH, US | With A Commitment To Enhance The Lives Of Limb Different Individuals, Form5 Prosthetics Innovates Novel Prosthetic Devices That Empower Limb Different Individuals To Interact Successfully With Their World. Each Year, Form5 Host A Six-week Co-fab Workshop, Bringing Together Limb Different Individuals, Students And Industry Professionals To Co-create Custom-application Devices, Enabling Dreams Of Playing Instruments, Participating In Sports, Riding Bicycles, And Other Activities. Following The Workshops, Devices Are Assessed, Refined, Selected And Mass Produced Using 3-d Printing. Form5 Then Distributes Them To Limb Different Individuals Who Would Not Otherwise Be Able To Access Them. | 2022 |
| Flying Horse Farms (Fhf) | $100,000 | Mt Gilead, OH, US | Flying Horse Farms (Fhf) Is A Magical, Transformational Camp For Children With Serious Illnesses, Ages 8-15. Offered At No Cost To Families, Camp Is Designed To Meet The Specific Medical Needs For A Particular Diagnosis Or Group Of Diagnoses. For One Week, Campers 'Spread Their Wings And Fly Solo' (Without Their Families), Living In Cabins And Participating In Traditional Summer Camp Activities - All Under Medical Customized Supervision. At Fhf Safety Is Just As Important As Creating Life-changing Experiences For The Children. Funding Will Be Used To Re-grade And Pave Paths, Allowing Campers To Safely Access Major Areas Of The Campgrounds. | 2022 |
| Family Success Center Of Etowah County Inc (Fscoec) | $64,000 | Gadsden, AL, US | Operating As A "One Stop" Social And Family Services Center, Family Success Center Of Etowah County (Fscoec) Provides Comprehensive And Coordinated Services Allowing Families To Make Positive Changes In Their Lives. New Services Offered Through The In (Inclusive Needs) Program Helps Fill A Void In The County And Is Specifically Designed To Remove The Barriers Often Faced By Low-income Families, Particularly Those With Children With Disabilities. Support Services Include Covering Costs For Disabled Youth To Attend Camp, Providing Medical Equipment For Youth Not Covered By Insurance, Play Therapy And Counseling Services, Transportation To Doctor's Appointments, And Hosting Separate Support Groups For Parents And Children To Connect With Others Trying To Navigate Through Similar Challenges. | 2022 |
| Choc Foundation | $93,617 | Orange, CA, US | Choc Will Use Its New Community Clinic To Provide Weekday Rehabilitation Services, A Saturday Movement Program That Includes Music And Dance, Adaptive Games, And Such Skill-building Activities As Martial Arts And Yoga To Low-income Children Living With Severe Disabilities Or Chronic Illnesses. The Aim Is To Remove The Typical Barriers To Participation These Children Often Face Which Includes Lack Of Skilled Instructors, Transportation, And Family Finances. Children Become Participants Rather Than Patients As They Explore And Enjoy Movement Apart From Any Medical-therapeutic Routine, Reaping The Psychosocial Benefits Of Play, Newfound Confidence And Self-efficacy That Will Transcend The Program Well Into The Future. | 2022 |
| Children's Dance Foundation | $25,000 | Birmingham, AL, US | The Children's Dance Foundation Uses Dance And Movement As A Vehicle For Fostering Creativity, Curiosity And Confidence. Many Of The Children Served Are Economically Disadvantaged And/or Have Disabilities. For Children With Disabilities, Weekly Dance Classes Provide A Joyful Way For Children To Take The Physical, Cognitive, And Social Skills They Practice With Their Therapists And Try Them In A New Setting. Beyond Improving Gross Motor Skills, Building Strength And Coordination, These Children Are Able To Make Healthy Socialemotional Connections While Feeling A Sense Of Inclusion, Success And Inspiration. | 2022 |
| Carousel Ranch | $51,000 | Santa Clarita, CA, US | Dedicated To Improving The Lives Of Children And Young Adults With Special Needs, Carousel Ranch Is A Transormative Place Where Therapy Is Disguised As Fun. In Equestrian Therapy, Children With Disabilities Gain A Sense Of Independence And Freedom While Perfomring Exercises On The Back Of A Horse. Students Make Physical And Emotional Gains Based On Individualized Needs. Ready To Work Prepares Young Adults With Special Needs For Life After High School By Combining Classroom Curriculum With Real Work Experiences. Students Spend Half Their Time Developing The Soft Skills Needed On The Job And The Other Half Participating Hands-on In Various Experience-based Work. Instructors Provide 1:1 Guidance, Mapping A Path Forward To Continued Education, Employment, Personal Finance, And Independence. | 2022 |
| Camp Cole Foundation Inc | $35,000 | Eastover, SC, US | At Camp Cole, Youth With Illnesses, Disabilities And Life Challenges Are Encouraged To Shine. The 40-acre Campus Serves As A Safe Oasis And Idyllic Home-away-from-home For Campers Of All Ages. A Caring, Well-trained Staff Of Counselors And Program Leaders Are On Hand To Help Campers Enjoy Enriching And Entertaining Programs While Remaining Healthy And Comfortable In The Hands Of Top-of-the-line Medical Caregivers. Whether Attending A Weeklong Or Weekend Overnight Experience, Campers Are Inspired To Explore An Array Of Indoor And Outdoor Activities, Developing New Skills, Growing In Independence And Confidence And Forging Friendships With Other Campers With Similar Challenges And Capabilities. | 2022 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs Of Northeast Ohio | $100,000 | Lorain, OH, US | Adjacent To Bgcneo, The 4+ Acre Morgana Bluffs Nature Preserve Serves As An Outdoor Lab, Putting The Simplistic Splendors Of Nature At The Club Members' Fingertips. Local Youth Gain Exposure To And Build On Stem Concepts Through "Fun With Purpose" Activities And Experiments That Encourage Hands-on Learning Through Real World Exploration. Building On Interest Generated From The Preserve, Bgcneo Will Increase Programming By Hiring An Environmental Manager, Adding Explorer Kits To Accompany Programs And Tours At The Preserve, Establishing An Urban Farm At Every Site In Its Region, And Hosting A 'Green' Fashion Show Highlighting Outfits Created Using Upcycled Materials. | 2022 |
| Birmingham Zoo Inc | $25,000 | Birmingham, AL, US | Zooschool Is A One-week Stem-based Experiential Program Focused On Conservation-, Environmental- And Animal Interaction-related Topics. Annually, Over 750 Students (7th Graders) From Title I Schools In The Birmingham City Schools (Bcs) District Are Engaged In Relevant, Hands-on Lessons That Promotes Curiosity, Critical Thinking, And Problem Solving Skills. The Curriculum Covers Topics Such As Water Conservation, Population Dynamics And Human Impact, Energy Cycles In Ecosystems, Animal Care In A Zoo Setting And Zoo-related Career Options Students Might Not Have Previously Considered. Teachers Also Receive Free Access To Professional Development And Resources To Continue Learning In Their Classrooms. | 2022 |
| Aquarium Of The Pacific | $100,000 | Long Beach, CA, US | The Ocean Science Education Program Inspires Children To Think Like Scientists And Have A Greater Appreciation For Our Natural World. Aquarium Educators Teach A Roster Of More Than 50 Next Generation Science Standards-aligned Environmental Education Programs For Grades K-12. To Reach Students Unable To Visit In-person, The Aquarium Offers Free, Bilingual Virtual Field Trips And Online Classes; And Will Pilot A Mobile Classroom To Go Directly To Title I Schools To Engage Students In Ocean Science. Additionally, Teens Bring The Wonders Of The Ocean To Their Communities With Fun, Educational Lawn Signs, Selecting A New Topic Or Animal To Write About And Share With Thier Neighborhoods Each Week. | 2022 |
| Altasea At The Port Of Los Angeles | $50,000 | San Pedro, CA, US | Grounded In Cross-sector Partnerships, Altasea's Project Blue Education Program Was Designed To Teach Young People, Particularly Students Of Color About California's Greatest Asset, The Ocean. Students In Elementary Through College Have Access To A Wide Range Of Ocean Science And Literacy Programs Including Classes, Afterschool Enrichment, Webinars, Community Lectures, And Internships At The High School And College Levels. Experts In The Field Teach Using The Most Relevant Research Available In The Ocean Environment Giving Students Unique Access And Exposure To Underwater Robotics And Technology, While Introducing Them To Various Career Options In Sustainable Aquaculture. | 2022 |
| Alabama Autism Assistance Program | $25,000 | Birmingham, AL, US | Kinect Sports Is A Free Sports League For Individuals With Disabilities Of All Ages To Come Together In "Community" To Play A Game. Promoting An Inclusive Environment, Parents, Workers, And Volunteers Are Enlisted To Work Alongside 'Athletes' To Play A Sport: Basketball, Kickball, Or Tee-ball. Sports Are Typically Offered In 12-week Rotations That Are Tailored To Expand The Capabilities, Confidence, And Quality Of Life For Children Living With Autism. With Kinect Sports, It's Less About Keeping Score And More About Celebrating The Wins. For The Athletes, Those Wins Equate To Fostering Self-esteem, Experiencing Teamwork, Creating Life-long Fiendships With Others Just Like Them; And Having Lots Of Fun. | 2022 |
| Adaptive Riding Institute | $25,000 | Turner, OR, US | Adaptive Riding Institute Provides Opportunities For People To Find Health, Happiness, And Healing Using The Tranquil Movement Of Horses. Through Equine-assisted Therapy (Eat), 100 Physically Challenged Youth Under The Age Of 18 Receive Weekly Empowered, Joy-filled Adaptive Riding Experiences Atop A Horse. Participants Include But Are Not Limited To Individuals With Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Autism And Adhd. Each Private 30-minute Session Is Designed To Address The Needs Of Each Individual Rider Whether That Is Cognitive, Physical, Emotional Or Behavioral. Horseback Riding Has Been Linked To Cognitive And Emotional Benefits And Physical Improvements In Balance, Motor Skills, Sensory Integration And Muscle Strength. | 2022 |
| Thinkfirst Foundation | $100,000 | Naperville, IL, US | Thinkfirst Foundation Provides Evidence-based Educational Programs Promoting Vehicle, Bicycle, And Pedestrian Safety For Children Ages Birth To 8th Grade. Tailored For Grades 1-3, Curricula For Thinkfirst For Kids Includes Worksheets And A Street Smart Animated Video, Providing Lessons On Protecting The Brain/spinal Cord, Vehicle And Bus Safety, And Bicycle And Pedestrian Safety. Thinkfirst For Youth Serves Grades 4-8 With Lessons Addressing The Brain And Spinal Cord, Vehicle And Pedestrian Safety, And Bicycle And Sports Safety, Helping Students Build Communication And Conflict Resolution Skills, Increase Self-confidence, & The Ability To Make Safe Choices. Thinkfirst For Your Baby Is An Educational Class For New Or Expectant Parents, Grandparents, Or Other Caregivers Sharing Lessons On Street/pedestrian Safety When With Babies And Young Children, Car Seat Use, And Vehicle Safety For Babies And Children, Including A 1-hour Presentation By A Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician. | 2022 |
| The Nature Conservancy | $100,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Educating Youth And Families Through Field Experiences And Virtual Learning Opportunities And Volunteer Engagement Are High Priorities For The Nature Conservancy (Tnc) In Ohio. To Amplify Nature Labs (A Science-based Online Learning Platform) Reach, Tnc Will Host Monthly Virtual Field Trips Targeting Families And Ohio E-subscribers; Making The Curriculum Accessible To Other Youth-focused Organizations Across Ohio; And Hosting Volunteer Events For Families To Get Involved With Local Conservation. Also, Tnc Looks To Provide More Opportunities For Volunteer Engagement In Its Ongoing Conservation Efforts Like Protecting 38,000 Acres Of Resilient And Connected Lands, Improving Ecological Management On 14,000 Acres, Restoring 23,000 Acres Of Wetlands, To Name A Few. | 2022 |
| The Nature Conservancy | $100,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Collaboration Is At The Heart Of The Nature Conservancy's Restoration Efforts To Establish A Corridor Connecting The Talledega National Forest In Alabama To The Sheffield-paulding Wildlife Management Area On The Western Outskirts Of Metropolitan Atlanta. The Aim Is To Restore Critical Habitat For The Montane Longleaf Pine Ecosystem, Which Is Considered To Be The Most Endangered Longleaf System. Budding Scientists From Paulding County High School, Kennesaw State University, Berry College, And Clemson University Will Work Alongside Field Biologists And Other Stakeholders To Conduct Restoration Activities Such As Monitoring Pine Snakes And Other Species, Collecting Habitat Data And Conducting Community Outreach Programs At Regional Schools, Nature Centers And Libraries To Spread Awareness. | 2022 |
| The Nature Conservancy | $76,500 | Indianapolis, IN, US | By Expanding Its Education, Outreach And Restoration Initiatives, The Nature Conservacy (Tnc) Looks To Strengthen Connections With Communities Across Indiana. Tnc Will Partner With The Indianapolis Recorder To Bring Environmental Awareness To Central Indianas Black Community Through Weekly And Monthly News Articles. Also, Tnc Will Restore And Manage 56 Acres Of Oak Trees And Plant 7.5 Acres Of Wildflowers To Improve Air And Water Quality In The Area And Provide Habitats For Birds, Insects And Other Wildlife. Finally, Tnc Will Expand Its Educational Outreach By Providing Future Teachers With Environmental Curriculum And Engage The Boy Scouts Of Central Indiana In Nature-based Outdoor Service Projects. | 2022 |
| The Buckeye Ranch | $35,000 | Whitehall, OH, US | The Buckeye Ranch Serves Youth In Grades 3-6 And 7-12 With Emotional And Behavioral Challenges Not Manageable In A Traditional School Setting. Youth Are Referred By Their School Districts, Physicians, Case Workers And/or Self-referral. Specially Trained Staff And Clinicians Are Deployed To Work With Youth And Families Throughout The Summer Months To Build Upon The Progress Made During The School Year And Maintain Stability Within Their Families. Services Include Mental Health Therapy As Well As Recreational Camp Activities In A Supportive Environment. Youth Are Supported To Continue To Develop And Implement Their Coping Skills As They Interact With Adults And Peers In Both Structured Environments And In The Community As Appropriate. | 2022 |
| St Vincent Hospital Foundation Inc | $28,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Through Its Partnership With Agape Therapeutic Riding Resources, St. Vincents Hospital Foundation Provides Four,10-week Equine Assisted Therapy Programs Throughout The Year For Children Living With Disabilities. Pediatric Patients Benefiting From Equine Assisted Therapy Include Those With Neuro-developmental Disorders Such As Cerebral Palsy, And Sensory Impairments Such As Autism. The Program Develops A Foundation For Improving Neurological Function And Sensory Processing, Which Can Be Translated To Achieving Functional Outcomes Such As Improved Speech, Behavior, Postural Control, Range Of Motion, Endurance, And The Ability To Concentrate And Follow Directions. | 2022 |
| South Carolina Waterfowl Association | $30,000 | Pinewood, SC, US | At Camp Leopold, Students Connect With Nature And Learn About The Importance Of Their Decisions And How They Can Help To Create A More Sustainable Planet. Teachers Have The Option Of Selecting One-, Two- Or Three-day Programs That Meet Academic Standards In Science, Reading And Math. Campgrounds Are Used To Provide A Creative Outdoor Classroom Focused On Wildlife, Wetland And Upland Ecology Touching On Topics Such As The Importance Of Wetlands For Recharging The Water Supply, How Wetlands Act As Buffer Zones For Excess Water And Pollutants, And Land Management Practices That Benefit A Number Of Native Wildlife Species. | 2022 |
| Sight Savers America (Ssa) | $60,000 | Pelham, AL, US | Targeting Alabama And Ohio, Sight Savers America (Ssa) Will Provide High-tech Vision Equipment And Individual Low Vision Services To Children With Severe Visual Impairment Not Correctable With Eyeglasses, Contact Lenses Or Surgery. Ssa Case Specialists Work With A Network Of Partners To Identify Children With Low Vision Needs, Arrange For Professional Low Vision Evaluations And Provide Vision Aids Such As An Evm, Monoculars, Dome Magnifiers Or Blind Aids, Distributed Through A Low Vision Clinic/home Delivery. The Clinics Include In-depth, One-on-one Training On The Use And Care Of The Child's New Visual Aid Equipment, With Ssa Staff Following Up With Each Family Served Until The Child Reaches The Age Of 19. | 2022 |
| Safe Kids Worldwide | $100,000 | Washington, DC, US | Safe Kids Will Develop An All-terrain Vehicle (Atv) Safety Education And Awareness Program To Help Promote Safety For Children, Teens And Their Caregivers Around Off Highway Vehicles (Ohv). This Includes Utility Task Vehicles (Utv) And Recreational Off-highway Vehicles (Rov) But With The Majority Of Fatalities And Injuries Being Attributed To Atv Incidents, Atv Safety Awareness Will Be The High Priority. Educational Materials Will Be Developed Into An Atv Safety Toolkit Which Will Not Only Include The American Academy Of Pediatrics Guidelines For Use Of An Atv, But Will Also Contain A Social Media Guide, Educational Guide, Press Release Materials, Digital Assets, Tip Sheets And A Fact Sheet. These Safety Toolkits Will Be Distributed To States Where High Incidence Of Fatalities And Serious Injury Occur. | 2022 |
| Recreation Unlimited Foundation | $27,360 | Ashley, OH, US | Recreational Unlimited Foundation Offers A Full Schedule Of Year-round Camp Programs Including A Summer Residential Camp Experience, Serving Youth And Adults Ages 8 And Up With Physical And/or Developmental Disabilities And Health Concerns. The Summer Residential Camps Runs Monday Through Friday And Include Lodging, Meals And Snacks, Counselors, Program Leaders, On-site Nursing And A Great Environment For Fun. Campers Stretch Their Comfort Levels To Try Their Hand At Swimming, Fishing, Canoeing, Climbing, Sports, Archery, Nature Explorations, Arts And Crafts, Cooking, Theater, Campfire, Dancing And More. Full And Partial Scholarships Offered To Individuals With Disabilities Or Health Concerns And Is Based On Financial Need. | 2022 |
| Providence Trinitycare Foundation | $100,000 | Torrance, CA, US | Operating As The Only Dedicated Pediatric Hospice And Palliative Care Program Serving Southern California, Trinitykids Cares Uniquely Trains Interdisciplinary Teams Of Physicians, Registered Nurses, Social Workers, Home Health Aides, Non-denominational Chaplains, And Volunteers To Care For Children At The End-of-life. Clinicians Are On-call 24/7, Providing Comprehensive Counseling Services Including The Emotional And Spiritual Needs Of The Whole Family. Family Financial Assessments Are Conducted To Help Ensure Fundamental Needs Are Being Met, Particularly With Families Living At Or Below The Federal Poverty Level. Families Receive Assistance With Medical Supplies, Medication, Utilities, Transportation, Food, Etc. | 2022 |
| Ohio Wildlife Center | $29,968 | Powell, OH, US | Through Its 20-acre Education Center, Ohio Wildlife Centers Weekly Summer Camps Provide Unique Outdoor Environmental Education Experiences To Children Ages 3-16. Campers Explore Different Topics Based On Foundational Conservation Education Themes Ranging From Invasive To Endangered Species. Camp Activities Focus On Wildlife Exploration, Conservation Of Habitat, Stewardship, Rehabilitation, Environmental Issues, And Overarching Wildlife Questions. Students Carry Out Personal Assignments And Lessons In Conservation Practices Such As Building Pollinator Gardens, Composting, Using Green Energy Methods And Minimizing Their Environmental Footprint Within The Natural World. | 2022 |
| Ohio River Foundation | $26,350 | Cincinnati, OH, US | Open To Grades K-12, Mussels In The Classroom Teach Students About The Importance Of Mussels To An Ecosystem, Their Life Cycle, And Their Current Status In The Environment. Participating Classes Are Provided An Aquarium And The Necessary Equipment To Maintain And Monitor The Mussels For A Two-week Period. In The River Explorers Program, 4-12 Grade Students Become Junior Scientists For The Day, Getting Into Rivers And Creeks To Catch Aquatic Creatures For Close Study. Data Collected Throughout The Day Is Combined To Show An Overall River Health Index. | 2022 |
| Ohio Energy Project | $99,590 | Worthington, OH, US | Through A Stem-based, Standards-aligned Curriculum, E3: Energy Efficiency Environment Connects Textbook Energy And Environmental Concepts To Real-world Experiences. In The Classroom, Students Learn All About Energy And Environmental Science, Efficiency Principles, And Conservation Practices Through Hands-on Labs And Activities Designed To Promote Teamwork, Develop Critical Thinking, And Spark Curiosity For A Lifetime Of Sustainable Learning. Students Then Put Their Knowledge To The Test At Home, Teaching Their Families And Communities About The Importance Of Energy Efficiency And Its Connection To The World Around Them. Utilizing At-home Activities And Conservation Kits, Students Are Empowered To Further Environmental Literacy And Mitigate Energy Impacts In Their Communities. | 2022 |
| Ohio Chapter American Academy Of Pediatrics (Ohio Aap) | $25,000 | Columbus, OH, US | Put A Lid On It Bike Helmet Safety Awareness Campaign Runs Every Year In Ohio To Raise Awareness On Bike Helmet Safety, Educate On Public Policies, Encourage Adults To Be Behavior Models, And Provide Bike Helmets. Ohio Aap Enlist Pediatricians, County Health Departments, Police/fire Departments, Schools, Nonprofits, And Other Community Partners To Provide Education And Free Bike Helmets At Community Events. Activities Include Bike Helmet Distributions Demonstrating Proper Use And Fit; Public Awareness Campaigns Emphasizing The Importance And Effectiveness Of Helmet Safety; And Bike Rodeos Where Children Learn Safe Riding Tips By Participating In Riding Simulations Mirroring Common Biking Situations. | 2022 |
| National Safety Council | $100,000 | Itasca, IL, US | With The Aim Of Increasing Parent Knowledge And Improve Behaviors Regarding Child Passenger Safety For School-age Children, The National Safety Council (Nsc) Will Conduct Booster Seat Surveys And Focus Groups With Parents And Caregivers Of Children In First Through Fifth Grades. For Starters, The Survey Will Be Conducted In Florida, Indiana, Michigan And Ohio. Feedback Will Serve As A Baseline For Identifying Common Barriers That Prevent Parents And Caregivers From Properly Securing Children In Vehicles And Inform New Programs To Improve Vehicle Safety For School-age Children. Nsc Also Seeks To Improve Access To Car Seats, Booster Seats And Community Resources And Look To Distribute Them At No Cost As Needs Are Identified. | 2022 |
| National Marine Sanctuary Foundation | $78,753 | Silver Spring, MD, US | In Preparation For The Mate Rov Competition, Middle And High School Educators Receive Hands-on Training Using Underwater Robotics Kits And Adopting The Mate Rov Program Into Their Classroom Or School Club. Following The Training, Teachers Recruit And Train A Student Team Who Are Then Mentored And Supported By Mate Staff And Advisors, Veteran Mate Rov Educators And Stem Professionals, Leading Up To The Competition Held Annually Every Spring. During The Competition, Teams Navigate Through A Series Of Challenging Underwater Science Missions Covering Topics Such As Marine Renewable Energy Sources, Offshore Aquaculture, And Storing "Blue" Carbon From The Atmosphere And Oceans. | 2022 |
| Momentum Agencies | $30,000 | Woodland Hills, CA, US | Through Therapeutic And Educationl Programming, Momentum Helps Establish A Solid Foundation Of Mobility For Children With Developmental Delays, Disabilities, And Medical Conditions. Specializing In Pediatrics, Physical Therapists Assist Children In Developing And Enhancing Mobility So They May Safely Participate In Activities At Home, In The Community, In The Classroom, And On The Playground, Focusing On Their Ability To Participate In Essential Movement Activities Such As Crawling, Walking, Running, Playing Games, And Participating In Sports. For Children Who Rely On Mobility Aids Such As Wheelchairs, Orthotics, And Other Supports, Therapists Show Them How To Navigate Safely In Various Environments. | 2022 |
| Mitchell's Place Inc | $100,000 | Birmingham, AL, US | Specializing In Improving The Lives Of Children Affected By Autism And Other Developmental Disabilities, Mitchells Place Offers Quality Diagnostic, Educational And Therapeutic Services. Teams Of Highly Qualified And Caring Therapists, Analysts And Teachers Work To Remediate Social, Communicative, Adaptive And Academic Functioning While Simultaneously Decelerating Maladaptive Behavior Through Individualized And Comprehensive Treatment Plans. With Newly Acquired Space At Their Southside Clinic In Birmingham, Mitchell's Place Will Be Able To Provide Their Suite Of Therapeutic Services To More Children And In One Location, Making It Convenient For Families That Require More Comprehensive Treatment. | 2022 |
| Mcleod Health Foundation | $29,388 | Florence, SC, US | Committed To Increasing Awareness And Safe Practices That Promote Car Safety For Young Children, Mcleod Health Will Distribute Car And Booster Seats And Instructional Materials To The Public In A Variety Of Settings. Car And Booster Seats Will Also Be Given To Emergency Services To Have On Hand When Responding To Situations Requiring Prompt Support. Mcleod Health Will Pay The Tuition For First Responders, Hospital Staff, And (Potentially) Local Residents Seeking Car Seat Safety Certification Through The South Carolina Department Of Health And Environmental Control (Dhec). They Will Also Host Dhec Car Seat Safety Certification Classes At Its Campus In Florence, Reducing The Time And Cost Of Travel To The State Capital To Obtain This Training. | 2022 |
| Los Angeles Brotherhood Crusade - Black United Fund Inc | $75,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Awareness And Access To The Resources Needed To Transition To Clean Energy Practices Is A Huge Barrier For Under-resourced Communities In South Los Angeles. Under Its Energy Efficiencies And Sustainability Banner, Brotherhood Crusade Looks To Empower Youth To Lead The Charge In Establishing More Environmntally-friendly Schools And Neighborhoods. High School Teens Will Be Enlisted To Serve As Environmental Sustainability Youth Ambassadors. As Peer Educators, Ambassadors Will Develop Leadership, Critical Thinking And Problem-solving Skills As They Conduct Community-based Research; And Address Identified Issues With Respect To Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Energy Efficiency (Including Clean Energy) And Water Conservation In Their Respective Schools And Neighborhoods. | 2022 |
| Kid One Transport System Inc | $25,000 | Birmingham, AL, US | In The State Of Alabama, Access To Safe, Reliable Transportation Is A Huge Barrier In Rural Areas As Well As Major Cities That Lack Mass Public Transit Systems. Through Collaborations With Over 700 Health Care Providers, Kid One Transport System Provides Transportation To Medical, Dental And Mental Health Care Services For Children And Expectant Mothers Who Are Transportation Disadvantaged, Benefiting The Health And Lives Of Marginalized Women And Children. Just Through Its Partnership With Children's Hospital Of Alabama Alone, Kid One Provides Nearly 7,000 Transports Annually. Current Service Areas Include North, Central And East Alabama, With Dreams Of Expanding Its Reach To Serve Every County Within The State. | 2022 |
| James Whitcomb Riley Memorial Association | $79,114 | Indianapolis, IN, US | The Skills On Wheels Training Program Was Established To Fill A Void In Standardized Training Programs For Children Who Become Wheelchair Users In Indiana And Michigan. Program Activities Help Wheelchair-using Children And Their Caregivers Manage Mobility Challenges And Increase Their Social Participation, Wheelchair Confidence, And Physical Abilities. Children Are Provided Five Weeks Of Wheelchair Training Focused On 33 Skills That Aid Them In Navigating City Curbs, Steep Ramps, Inaccessible Doors, And Tight Corners. Occupational Therapy Students Are On Hand To Assist With Instruction And Spotting; While Caregivers Have An Opportunity To Network With One Another, Building Community. | 2022 |
| Indiana University Foundation | $29,999 | Bloomington, IN, US | Camp Yes And Supports Academic And Social-emotional Learning For Autistic High School Students While Also Providing Deep Professional Learning For K-12 Educators. The Camp Utilizes Innovative Instructional Methods Derived From Improvisational Theater To Strengthen Academic And Social-emotional Skills Among Youth With Autism, Setting Them Up For A More Productive Life After High School And Beyond. During The Week-long Camp, Educators Get To Practice New Skills And Receive Immediate Feedback While Working Hands-on With Youth On The Spectrum. The Camp Is Offered At No Cost To Families Or Educators. | 2022 |
| Memorial Medical Center Foundation | $38,000 | Long Beach, CA, US | Memorial Medicals Injury Prevention Program Focuses On Preventing Injury By Reducing The Occurrence Of Avoidable Injuries Through Education And Resources. The Program Is Led By Two Dedicated Injury Prevention Coordinators, Who Are Both Certified Cpr Instructors And Child Passenger Safety Technicians (Cpst). In Addition To Distributing Free Educational Materials And Car Seats At Community Outreach Events, They Also Host Child Passenger Safety Classes, Demonstrating The Proper Way To Install A Car Seat. This Year, Memorial Medical Will Expand Their Outreach To Build Awareness And Knowledge Around Safe Teen Driving Practices Using Social Media Outlets To Reach Teens In The Community. | 2022 |
| Heart Of Unlimited Boundaries Inc | $46,799 | West Liberty, OH, US | Heart Of Unlimited Boundaries (Hub) Offers An Unparalleled Opportunity To Experience The Joy, Exhilaration, And Proven Therapeutic Benefits Of 'Driving' To Individuals With Disabilities And/or Critical Illnesses. This Target Population Is Often Excluded From Therapeutic Driving Recreational, Social And Therapeutic Programs Due To The Severity Of Their Physical Disabilities And/or Behavioral Issues. Utilizing Specially Designed Courses And Adapted Motorized Vehicles, Hub Addresses Pre-defined Therapeutic And Educational Objectives Resulting In Positive Social, Behavioral, Psychological, And Physical Therapeutic Gains Seldom Seen In Traditional Therapies. | 2022 |
| Heal The Bay | $75,000 | Santa Monica, CA, US | Located Underneath The Historic Santa Monica Pier, Heal The Bay Hosts Thousands Of Prek-12th Grade Students From Title I Schools In Los Angeles County Through Its Youth Environmental Education Program. During The Two-hour Field Trips, Students Explore Touch Tanks, Comb The Beach Making Scientific Observations And Collect Data While Learning About Marine Conservation, Natural Watersheds, Water Cycles, And The Harmful Impacts Of Plastic Pollution On Marine Life. Lessons And Activities Are Student-centered, Hands-on And Meet Next Generation Science Standards And Ocean And Environmental Literacy Principles. Stipends Are Available To Underserved Schools On A First-come First-serve Basis To Minimize Barriers To Participating In Field Trips Such As Transportation Costs. | 2022 |
| Happy Hollow Children's Camp Inc | $45,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Happy Hollow Children's Camp Programs Are Fun, Safe And Meant To Help Campers Grow Toward Their Full Potential. Its Signature Overnight Summer Camp Targets Children Ages 7-14, Primarily From Greater Indianapolis And Central Indiana, Who Come From Economically Underprivileged Households. Camp Runs 6 Days/5 Nights And Offers Activities That Allow Children To Experience The Great Outdoors - From Hands-on Environmental Activities To Recreational Activities Including Horseback Riding, Hiking, Canoeing & Kayaking, Archery, Group Games And Sports, And A One-of-a-kind High Ropes Course. Asthma Camp Is Offered To Children With Mild To Severe Asthma, Which Depending On Its Severity, Can Be A Barrier To Experiencing The Wide Variety Of Activities Available In A Residential Camp. | 2022 |
| Growinggreat | $25,000 | Manhattan Beach, CA, US | School Gardens Serve As Outdoor Learning Labs To Cultivate Budding Environmental Leaders. Through Weekly Stem And Garden Activities, Students Will Experience How Farming Practices Intersect With Water, Air And Land Resources And Contextualize How The Usage Of These Resources Has Social And Ethical Implications In Their Own Communities And In Terms Of Global Climate Change. Students Grades 6-8 Will Use Lessons Learned To Write A Series Of Stem Activities That Explore Environmental Science Geared Toward K-5th Grade Students And Then Script, Produce, Film And Edit Videoes To Compliment The Activities. The Materials Will Be Produced In English And Spanish And Made Available Free Of Charge To Any Los Angeles Unified School District (Lausd) Parent Or Teacher As A Resource For Teaching Foundational Environmental Concepts. | 2022 |
| Girl Scouts Of San Gorgonio Council (Gssgc) | $50,000 | Redlands, CA, US | Gssgc's 191-acre Skyland Ranch Camp In The San Jacinto Mountains Is Used As A Backdrop For Inspiring K-12th Grade Students To Discover, Connect, And Take Action To Preserve And Protect The Environment. Hands-on, Age-appropriate Lessons Focus On Biomimicry, Energy, Electricity Usage, Water Conservation And Plant Forest Management, And Are Designed To Help Students Discover What A Sustainable Clean Energy Future Would Look Like And What They Can Do To Make Changes In Their World Today. Program Activities Include Exploring Nature To Determine How Natural Materials Can Be Utilized To Solve Real-life Problems, Partaking In Citizen Science Projects That Include Real-life Data Collection, And Networking With Professionals To Increase Their Awareness And Interest In Careers In The Environment Field. | 2022 |
| Friends Of The Conservatory | $100,000 | Columbus, OH, US | Students Of All Ages Learn About Natural Sciences, Health And The Environment Through A Suite Of Environmental Education And Conservation Programming. School Field Trips Educate Students About Native And Non-native Plants, Insects, Birds, Etc., While Camp Stem Students Explore Stem Concepts And "Native Pollinators" Then Receive A Culminating Field Trip To Enjoy With Their Families. Franklin Park Conservatory (Fpc) Partners With Head Starts Across Columbus, Providing Educational Programming To 500, 3-5 Year Olds. Teen Corps, A High-impact Summer Program, Teaches Teens Life And Work Skills Through Hands-on Urban Farming Activities, Which Includes Growing And Selling Produce At Fpc's Farmer's Market. Finally, Support Of Community Gardens Give Visitors Much Needed Access To Locally Grown Food. | 2022 |
| Friends Of Aullwood Inc Dba Aullwood Audubon Center And Farm | $35,000 | Dayton, OH, US | Aullwood's Adventures School Program Provides Hands-on Experiences In Nature And Farming To Elementary School Children Ages 6-11. Students Are Treated To An Edutaining School Assembly To Get Them Psyched About Their Upcoming Field Trip. While At Aullwood's Sustainable Farm And Nature Sanctuary, Elementary Students See Firsthand How Land Management Practices Provide Key Habitats For Birds, Wildlife And Farm Animals While Protecting Local Watersheds And Controlling Invasive Plant Species. Students Leave The Farm Motivated And Ready To Take Action To Conserve Natural Resources At Their Schools And Homes. | 2022 |
| Form5 Prosthetics Inc | $90,000 | New Albany, OH, US | With A Commitment To Enhance The Lives Of Limb Different Individuals, Form5 Prosthetics Innovates Novel Prosthetic Devices That Empower Limb Different Individuals To Interact Successfully With Their World. Each Year, Form5 Host A Six-week Co-fab Workshop, Bringing Together Limb Different Individuals, Students And Industry Professionals To Co-create Custom-application Devices, Enabling Dreams Of Playing Instruments, Participating In Sports, Riding Bicycles, And Other Activities. Following The Workshops, Devices Are Assessed, Refined, Selected And Mass Produced Using 3-d Printing. Form5 Then Distributes Them To Limb Different Individuals Who Would Not Otherwise Be Able To Access Them. | 2022 |
| Flying Horse Farms (Fhf) | $100,000 | Mt Gilead, OH, US | Flying Horse Farms (Fhf) Is A Magical, Transformational Camp For Children With Serious Illnesses, Ages 8-15. Offered At No Cost To Families, Camp Is Designed To Meet The Specific Medical Needs For A Particular Diagnosis Or Group Of Diagnoses. For One Week, Campers 'Spread Their Wings And Fly Solo' (Without Their Families), Living In Cabins And Participating In Traditional Summer Camp Activities - All Under Medical Customized Supervision. At Fhf Safety Is Just As Important As Creating Life-changing Experiences For The Children. Funding Will Be Used To Re-grade And Pave Paths, Allowing Campers To Safely Access Major Areas Of The Campgrounds. | 2022 |
| Family Success Center Of Etowah County Inc (Fscoec) | $64,000 | Gadsden, AL, US | Operating As A "One Stop" Social And Family Services Center, Family Success Center Of Etowah County (Fscoec) Provides Comprehensive And Coordinated Services Allowing Families To Make Positive Changes In Their Lives. New Services Offered Through The In (Inclusive Needs) Program Helps Fill A Void In The County And Is Specifically Designed To Remove The Barriers Often Faced By Low-income Families, Particularly Those With Children With Disabilities. Support Services Include Covering Costs For Disabled Youth To Attend Camp, Providing Medical Equipment For Youth Not Covered By Insurance, Play Therapy And Counseling Services, Transportation To Doctor's Appointments, And Hosting Separate Support Groups For Parents And Children To Connect With Others Trying To Navigate Through Similar Challenges. | 2022 |
| Choc Foundation | $93,617 | Orange, CA, US | Choc Will Use Its New Community Clinic To Provide Weekday Rehabilitation Services, A Saturday Movement Program That Includes Music And Dance, Adaptive Games, And Such Skill-building Activities As Martial Arts And Yoga To Low-income Children Living With Severe Disabilities Or Chronic Illnesses. The Aim Is To Remove The Typical Barriers To Participation These Children Often Face Which Includes Lack Of Skilled Instructors, Transportation, And Family Finances. Children Become Participants Rather Than Patients As They Explore And Enjoy Movement Apart From Any Medical-therapeutic Routine, Reaping The Psychosocial Benefits Of Play, Newfound Confidence And Self-efficacy That Will Transcend The Program Well Into The Future. | 2022 |
| Children's Dance Foundation | $25,000 | Birmingham, AL, US | The Children's Dance Foundation Uses Dance And Movement As A Vehicle For Fostering Creativity, Curiosity And Confidence. Many Of The Children Served Are Economically Disadvantaged And/or Have Disabilities. For Children With Disabilities, Weekly Dance Classes Provide A Joyful Way For Children To Take The Physical, Cognitive, And Social Skills They Practice With Their Therapists And Try Them In A New Setting. Beyond Improving Gross Motor Skills, Building Strength And Coordination, These Children Are Able To Make Healthy Socialemotional Connections While Feeling A Sense Of Inclusion, Success And Inspiration. | 2022 |
| Carousel Ranch | $51,000 | Santa Clarita, CA, US | Dedicated To Improving The Lives Of Children And Young Adults With Special Needs, Carousel Ranch Is A Transormative Place Where Therapy Is Disguised As Fun. In Equestrian Therapy, Children With Disabilities Gain A Sense Of Independence And Freedom While Perfomring Exercises On The Back Of A Horse. Students Make Physical And Emotional Gains Based On Individualized Needs. Ready To Work Prepares Young Adults With Special Needs For Life After High School By Combining Classroom Curriculum With Real Work Experiences. Students Spend Half Their Time Developing The Soft Skills Needed On The Job And The Other Half Participating Hands-on In Various Experience-based Work. Instructors Provide 1:1 Guidance, Mapping A Path Forward To Continued Education, Employment, Personal Finance, And Independence. | 2022 |
| Camp Cole Foundation Inc | $35,000 | Eastover, SC, US | At Camp Cole, Youth With Illnesses, Disabilities And Life Challenges Are Encouraged To Shine. The 40-acre Campus Serves As A Safe Oasis And Idyllic Home-away-from-home For Campers Of All Ages. A Caring, Well-trained Staff Of Counselors And Program Leaders Are On Hand To Help Campers Enjoy Enriching And Entertaining Programs While Remaining Healthy And Comfortable In The Hands Of Top-of-the-line Medical Caregivers. Whether Attending A Weeklong Or Weekend Overnight Experience, Campers Are Inspired To Explore An Array Of Indoor And Outdoor Activities, Developing New Skills, Growing In Independence And Confidence And Forging Friendships With Other Campers With Similar Challenges And Capabilities. | 2022 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs Of Northeast Ohio | $100,000 | Lorain, OH, US | Adjacent To Bgcneo, The 4+ Acre Morgana Bluffs Nature Preserve Serves As An Outdoor Lab, Putting The Simplistic Splendors Of Nature At The Club Members' Fingertips. Local Youth Gain Exposure To And Build On Stem Concepts Through "Fun With Purpose" Activities And Experiments That Encourage Hands-on Learning Through Real World Exploration. Building On Interest Generated From The Preserve, Bgcneo Will Increase Programming By Hiring An Environmental Manager, Adding Explorer Kits To Accompany Programs And Tours At The Preserve, Establishing An Urban Farm At Every Site In Its Region, And Hosting A 'Green' Fashion Show Highlighting Outfits Created Using Upcycled Materials. | 2022 |
| Birmingham Zoo Inc | $25,000 | Birmingham, AL, US | Zooschool Is A One-week Stem-based Experiential Program Focused On Conservation-, Environmental- And Animal Interaction-related Topics. Annually, Over 750 Students (7th Graders) From Title I Schools In The Birmingham City Schools (Bcs) District Are Engaged In Relevant, Hands-on Lessons That Promotes Curiosity, Critical Thinking, And Problem Solving Skills. The Curriculum Covers Topics Such As Water Conservation, Population Dynamics And Human Impact, Energy Cycles In Ecosystems, Animal Care In A Zoo Setting And Zoo-related Career Options Students Might Not Have Previously Considered. Teachers Also Receive Free Access To Professional Development And Resources To Continue Learning In Their Classrooms. | 2022 |
| Aquarium Of The Pacific | $100,000 | Long Beach, CA, US | The Ocean Science Education Program Inspires Children To Think Like Scientists And Have A Greater Appreciation For Our Natural World. Aquarium Educators Teach A Roster Of More Than 50 Next Generation Science Standards-aligned Environmental Education Programs For Grades K-12. To Reach Students Unable To Visit In-person, The Aquarium Offers Free, Bilingual Virtual Field Trips And Online Classes; And Will Pilot A Mobile Classroom To Go Directly To Title I Schools To Engage Students In Ocean Science. Additionally, Teens Bring The Wonders Of The Ocean To Their Communities With Fun, Educational Lawn Signs, Selecting A New Topic Or Animal To Write About And Share With Thier Neighborhoods Each Week. | 2022 |
| Altasea At The Port Of Los Angeles | $50,000 | San Pedro, CA, US | Grounded In Cross-sector Partnerships, Altasea's Project Blue Education Program Was Designed To Teach Young People, Particularly Students Of Color About California's Greatest Asset, The Ocean. Students In Elementary Through College Have Access To A Wide Range Of Ocean Science And Literacy Programs Including Classes, Afterschool Enrichment, Webinars, Community Lectures, And Internships At The High School And College Levels. Experts In The Field Teach Using The Most Relevant Research Available In The Ocean Environment Giving Students Unique Access And Exposure To Underwater Robotics And Technology, While Introducing Them To Various Career Options In Sustainable Aquaculture. | 2022 |
| Alabama Autism Assistance Program | $25,000 | Birmingham, AL, US | Kinect Sports Is A Free Sports League For Individuals With Disabilities Of All Ages To Come Together In "Community" To Play A Game. Promoting An Inclusive Environment, Parents, Workers, And Volunteers Are Enlisted To Work Alongside 'Athletes' To Play A Sport: Basketball, Kickball, Or Tee-ball. Sports Are Typically Offered In 12-week Rotations That Are Tailored To Expand The Capabilities, Confidence, And Quality Of Life For Children Living With Autism. With Kinect Sports, It's Less About Keeping Score And More About Celebrating The Wins. For The Athletes, Those Wins Equate To Fostering Self-esteem, Experiencing Teamwork, Creating Life-long Fiendships With Others Just Like Them; And Having Lots Of Fun. | 2022 |
| Adaptive Riding Institute | $25,000 | Turner, OR, US | Adaptive Riding Institute Provides Opportunities For People To Find Health, Happiness, And Healing Using The Tranquil Movement Of Horses. Through Equine-assisted Therapy (Eat), 100 Physically Challenged Youth Under The Age Of 18 Receive Weekly Empowered, Joy-filled Adaptive Riding Experiences Atop A Horse. Participants Include But Are Not Limited To Individuals With Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Autism And Adhd. Each Private 30-minute Session Is Designed To Address The Needs Of Each Individual Rider Whether That Is Cognitive, Physical, Emotional Or Behavioral. Horseback Riding Has Been Linked To Cognitive And Emotional Benefits And Physical Improvements In Balance, Motor Skills, Sensory Integration And Muscle Strength. | 2022 |
| Thinkfirst Foundation | $100,000 | Naperville, IL, US | Thinkfirst Foundation Provides Evidence-based Educational Programs Promoting Vehicle, Bicycle, And Pedestrian Safety For Children Ages Birth To 8th Grade. Tailored For Grades 1-3, Curricula For Thinkfirst For Kids Includes Worksheets And A Street Smart Animated Video, Providing Lessons On Protecting The Brain/spinal Cord, Vehicle And Bus Safety, And Bicycle And Pedestrian Safety. Thinkfirst For Youth Serves Grades 4-8 With Lessons Addressing The Brain And Spinal Cord, Vehicle And Pedestrian Safety, And Bicycle And Sports Safety, Helping Students Build Communication And Conflict Resolution Skills, Increase Self-confidence, & The Ability To Make Safe Choices. Thinkfirst For Your Baby Is An Educational Class For New Or Expectant Parents, Grandparents, Or Other Caregivers Sharing Lessons On Street/pedestrian Safety When With Babies And Young Children, Car Seat Use, And Vehicle Safety For Babies And Children, Including A 1-hour Presentation By A Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician. | 2022 |
| The Nature Conservancy | $100,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Educating Youth And Families Through Field Experiences And Virtual Learning Opportunities And Volunteer Engagement Are High Priorities For The Nature Conservancy (Tnc) In Ohio. To Amplify Nature Labs (A Science-based Online Learning Platform) Reach, Tnc Will Host Monthly Virtual Field Trips Targeting Families And Ohio E-subscribers; Making The Curriculum Accessible To Other Youth-focused Organizations Across Ohio; And Hosting Volunteer Events For Families To Get Involved With Local Conservation. Also, Tnc Looks To Provide More Opportunities For Volunteer Engagement In Its Ongoing Conservation Efforts Like Protecting 38,000 Acres Of Resilient And Connected Lands, Improving Ecological Management On 14,000 Acres, Restoring 23,000 Acres Of Wetlands, To Name A Few. | 2022 |
| The Nature Conservancy | $100,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Collaboration Is At The Heart Of The Nature Conservancy's Restoration Efforts To Establish A Corridor Connecting The Talledega National Forest In Alabama To The Sheffield-paulding Wildlife Management Area On The Western Outskirts Of Metropolitan Atlanta. The Aim Is To Restore Critical Habitat For The Montane Longleaf Pine Ecosystem, Which Is Considered To Be The Most Endangered Longleaf System. Budding Scientists From Paulding County High School, Kennesaw State University, Berry College, And Clemson University Will Work Alongside Field Biologists And Other Stakeholders To Conduct Restoration Activities Such As Monitoring Pine Snakes And Other Species, Collecting Habitat Data And Conducting Community Outreach Programs At Regional Schools, Nature Centers And Libraries To Spread Awareness. | 2022 |
| The Nature Conservancy | $76,500 | Indianapolis, IN, US | By Expanding Its Education, Outreach And Restoration Initiatives, The Nature Conservacy (Tnc) Looks To Strengthen Connections With Communities Across Indiana. Tnc Will Partner With The Indianapolis Recorder To Bring Environmental Awareness To Central Indianas Black Community Through Weekly And Monthly News Articles. Also, Tnc Will Restore And Manage 56 Acres Of Oak Trees And Plant 7.5 Acres Of Wildflowers To Improve Air And Water Quality In The Area And Provide Habitats For Birds, Insects And Other Wildlife. Finally, Tnc Will Expand Its Educational Outreach By Providing Future Teachers With Environmental Curriculum And Engage The Boy Scouts Of Central Indiana In Nature-based Outdoor Service Projects. | 2022 |
| The Buckeye Ranch | $35,000 | Whitehall, OH, US | The Buckeye Ranch Serves Youth In Grades 3-6 And 7-12 With Emotional And Behavioral Challenges Not Manageable In A Traditional School Setting. Youth Are Referred By Their School Districts, Physicians, Case Workers And/or Self-referral. Specially Trained Staff And Clinicians Are Deployed To Work With Youth And Families Throughout The Summer Months To Build Upon The Progress Made During The School Year And Maintain Stability Within Their Families. Services Include Mental Health Therapy As Well As Recreational Camp Activities In A Supportive Environment. Youth Are Supported To Continue To Develop And Implement Their Coping Skills As They Interact With Adults And Peers In Both Structured Environments And In The Community As Appropriate. | 2022 |
| St Vincent Hospital Foundation Inc | $28,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Through Its Partnership With Agape Therapeutic Riding Resources, St. Vincents Hospital Foundation Provides Four,10-week Equine Assisted Therapy Programs Throughout The Year For Children Living With Disabilities. Pediatric Patients Benefiting From Equine Assisted Therapy Include Those With Neuro-developmental Disorders Such As Cerebral Palsy, And Sensory Impairments Such As Autism. The Program Develops A Foundation For Improving Neurological Function And Sensory Processing, Which Can Be Translated To Achieving Functional Outcomes Such As Improved Speech, Behavior, Postural Control, Range Of Motion, Endurance, And The Ability To Concentrate And Follow Directions. | 2022 |
| South Carolina Waterfowl Association | $30,000 | Pinewood, SC, US | At Camp Leopold, Students Connect With Nature And Learn About The Importance Of Their Decisions And How They Can Help To Create A More Sustainable Planet. Teachers Have The Option Of Selecting One-, Two- Or Three-day Programs That Meet Academic Standards In Science, Reading And Math. Campgrounds Are Used To Provide A Creative Outdoor Classroom Focused On Wildlife, Wetland And Upland Ecology Touching On Topics Such As The Importance Of Wetlands For Recharging The Water Supply, How Wetlands Act As Buffer Zones For Excess Water And Pollutants, And Land Management Practices That Benefit A Number Of Native Wildlife Species. | 2022 |
| Sight Savers America (Ssa) | $60,000 | Pelham, AL, US | Targeting Alabama And Ohio, Sight Savers America (Ssa) Will Provide High-tech Vision Equipment And Individual Low Vision Services To Children With Severe Visual Impairment Not Correctable With Eyeglasses, Contact Lenses Or Surgery. Ssa Case Specialists Work With A Network Of Partners To Identify Children With Low Vision Needs, Arrange For Professional Low Vision Evaluations And Provide Vision Aids Such As An Evm, Monoculars, Dome Magnifiers Or Blind Aids, Distributed Through A Low Vision Clinic/home Delivery. The Clinics Include In-depth, One-on-one Training On The Use And Care Of The Child's New Visual Aid Equipment, With Ssa Staff Following Up With Each Family Served Until The Child Reaches The Age Of 19. | 2022 |
| Safe Kids Worldwide | $100,000 | Washington, DC, US | Safe Kids Will Develop An All-terrain Vehicle (Atv) Safety Education And Awareness Program To Help Promote Safety For Children, Teens And Their Caregivers Around Off Highway Vehicles (Ohv). This Includes Utility Task Vehicles (Utv) And Recreational Off-highway Vehicles (Rov) But With The Majority Of Fatalities And Injuries Being Attributed To Atv Incidents, Atv Safety Awareness Will Be The High Priority. Educational Materials Will Be Developed Into An Atv Safety Toolkit Which Will Not Only Include The American Academy Of Pediatrics Guidelines For Use Of An Atv, But Will Also Contain A Social Media Guide, Educational Guide, Press Release Materials, Digital Assets, Tip Sheets And A Fact Sheet. These Safety Toolkits Will Be Distributed To States Where High Incidence Of Fatalities And Serious Injury Occur. | 2022 |
| Recreation Unlimited Foundation | $27,360 | Ashley, OH, US | Recreational Unlimited Foundation Offers A Full Schedule Of Year-round Camp Programs Including A Summer Residential Camp Experience, Serving Youth And Adults Ages 8 And Up With Physical And/or Developmental Disabilities And Health Concerns. The Summer Residential Camps Runs Monday Through Friday And Include Lodging, Meals And Snacks, Counselors, Program Leaders, On-site Nursing And A Great Environment For Fun. Campers Stretch Their Comfort Levels To Try Their Hand At Swimming, Fishing, Canoeing, Climbing, Sports, Archery, Nature Explorations, Arts And Crafts, Cooking, Theater, Campfire, Dancing And More. Full And Partial Scholarships Offered To Individuals With Disabilities Or Health Concerns And Is Based On Financial Need. | 2022 |
| Providence Trinitycare Foundation | $100,000 | Torrance, CA, US | Operating As The Only Dedicated Pediatric Hospice And Palliative Care Program Serving Southern California, Trinitykids Cares Uniquely Trains Interdisciplinary Teams Of Physicians, Registered Nurses, Social Workers, Home Health Aides, Non-denominational Chaplains, And Volunteers To Care For Children At The End-of-life. Clinicians Are On-call 24/7, Providing Comprehensive Counseling Services Including The Emotional And Spiritual Needs Of The Whole Family. Family Financial Assessments Are Conducted To Help Ensure Fundamental Needs Are Being Met, Particularly With Families Living At Or Below The Federal Poverty Level. Families Receive Assistance With Medical Supplies, Medication, Utilities, Transportation, Food, Etc. | 2022 |
| Ohio Wildlife Center | $29,968 | Powell, OH, US | Through Its 20-acre Education Center, Ohio Wildlife Centers Weekly Summer Camps Provide Unique Outdoor Environmental Education Experiences To Children Ages 3-16. Campers Explore Different Topics Based On Foundational Conservation Education Themes Ranging From Invasive To Endangered Species. Camp Activities Focus On Wildlife Exploration, Conservation Of Habitat, Stewardship, Rehabilitation, Environmental Issues, And Overarching Wildlife Questions. Students Carry Out Personal Assignments And Lessons In Conservation Practices Such As Building Pollinator Gardens, Composting, Using Green Energy Methods And Minimizing Their Environmental Footprint Within The Natural World. | 2022 |
| Ohio River Foundation | $26,350 | Cincinnati, OH, US | Open To Grades K-12, Mussels In The Classroom Teach Students About The Importance Of Mussels To An Ecosystem, Their Life Cycle, And Their Current Status In The Environment. Participating Classes Are Provided An Aquarium And The Necessary Equipment To Maintain And Monitor The Mussels For A Two-week Period. In The River Explorers Program, 4-12 Grade Students Become Junior Scientists For The Day, Getting Into Rivers And Creeks To Catch Aquatic Creatures For Close Study. Data Collected Throughout The Day Is Combined To Show An Overall River Health Index. | 2022 |
| Ohio Energy Project | $99,590 | Worthington, OH, US | Through A Stem-based, Standards-aligned Curriculum, E3: Energy Efficiency Environment Connects Textbook Energy And Environmental Concepts To Real-world Experiences. In The Classroom, Students Learn All About Energy And Environmental Science, Efficiency Principles, And Conservation Practices Through Hands-on Labs And Activities Designed To Promote Teamwork, Develop Critical Thinking, And Spark Curiosity For A Lifetime Of Sustainable Learning. Students Then Put Their Knowledge To The Test At Home, Teaching Their Families And Communities About The Importance Of Energy Efficiency And Its Connection To The World Around Them. Utilizing At-home Activities And Conservation Kits, Students Are Empowered To Further Environmental Literacy And Mitigate Energy Impacts In Their Communities. | 2022 |
| Ohio Chapter American Academy Of Pediatrics (Ohio Aap) | $25,000 | Columbus, OH, US | Put A Lid On It Bike Helmet Safety Awareness Campaign Runs Every Year In Ohio To Raise Awareness On Bike Helmet Safety, Educate On Public Policies, Encourage Adults To Be Behavior Models, And Provide Bike Helmets. Ohio Aap Enlist Pediatricians, County Health Departments, Police/fire Departments, Schools, Nonprofits, And Other Community Partners To Provide Education And Free Bike Helmets At Community Events. Activities Include Bike Helmet Distributions Demonstrating Proper Use And Fit; Public Awareness Campaigns Emphasizing The Importance And Effectiveness Of Helmet Safety; And Bike Rodeos Where Children Learn Safe Riding Tips By Participating In Riding Simulations Mirroring Common Biking Situations. | 2022 |
| National Safety Council | $100,000 | Itasca, IL, US | With The Aim Of Increasing Parent Knowledge And Improve Behaviors Regarding Child Passenger Safety For School-age Children, The National Safety Council (Nsc) Will Conduct Booster Seat Surveys And Focus Groups With Parents And Caregivers Of Children In First Through Fifth Grades. For Starters, The Survey Will Be Conducted In Florida, Indiana, Michigan And Ohio. Feedback Will Serve As A Baseline For Identifying Common Barriers That Prevent Parents And Caregivers From Properly Securing Children In Vehicles And Inform New Programs To Improve Vehicle Safety For School-age Children. Nsc Also Seeks To Improve Access To Car Seats, Booster Seats And Community Resources And Look To Distribute Them At No Cost As Needs Are Identified. | 2022 |
| National Marine Sanctuary Foundation | $78,753 | Silver Spring, MD, US | In Preparation For The Mate Rov Competition, Middle And High School Educators Receive Hands-on Training Using Underwater Robotics Kits And Adopting The Mate Rov Program Into Their Classroom Or School Club. Following The Training, Teachers Recruit And Train A Student Team Who Are Then Mentored And Supported By Mate Staff And Advisors, Veteran Mate Rov Educators And Stem Professionals, Leading Up To The Competition Held Annually Every Spring. During The Competition, Teams Navigate Through A Series Of Challenging Underwater Science Missions Covering Topics Such As Marine Renewable Energy Sources, Offshore Aquaculture, And Storing "Blue" Carbon From The Atmosphere And Oceans. | 2022 |
| Momentum Agencies | $30,000 | Woodland Hills, CA, US | Through Therapeutic And Educationl Programming, Momentum Helps Establish A Solid Foundation Of Mobility For Children With Developmental Delays, Disabilities, And Medical Conditions. Specializing In Pediatrics, Physical Therapists Assist Children In Developing And Enhancing Mobility So They May Safely Participate In Activities At Home, In The Community, In The Classroom, And On The Playground, Focusing On Their Ability To Participate In Essential Movement Activities Such As Crawling, Walking, Running, Playing Games, And Participating In Sports. For Children Who Rely On Mobility Aids Such As Wheelchairs, Orthotics, And Other Supports, Therapists Show Them How To Navigate Safely In Various Environments. | 2022 |
| Mitchell's Place Inc | $100,000 | Birmingham, AL, US | Specializing In Improving The Lives Of Children Affected By Autism And Other Developmental Disabilities, Mitchells Place Offers Quality Diagnostic, Educational And Therapeutic Services. Teams Of Highly Qualified And Caring Therapists, Analysts And Teachers Work To Remediate Social, Communicative, Adaptive And Academic Functioning While Simultaneously Decelerating Maladaptive Behavior Through Individualized And Comprehensive Treatment Plans. With Newly Acquired Space At Their Southside Clinic In Birmingham, Mitchell's Place Will Be Able To Provide Their Suite Of Therapeutic Services To More Children And In One Location, Making It Convenient For Families That Require More Comprehensive Treatment. | 2022 |
| Mcleod Health Foundation | $29,388 | Florence, SC, US | Committed To Increasing Awareness And Safe Practices That Promote Car Safety For Young Children, Mcleod Health Will Distribute Car And Booster Seats And Instructional Materials To The Public In A Variety Of Settings. Car And Booster Seats Will Also Be Given To Emergency Services To Have On Hand When Responding To Situations Requiring Prompt Support. Mcleod Health Will Pay The Tuition For First Responders, Hospital Staff, And (Potentially) Local Residents Seeking Car Seat Safety Certification Through The South Carolina Department Of Health And Environmental Control (Dhec). They Will Also Host Dhec Car Seat Safety Certification Classes At Its Campus In Florence, Reducing The Time And Cost Of Travel To The State Capital To Obtain This Training. | 2022 |
| Los Angeles Brotherhood Crusade - Black United Fund Inc | $75,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Awareness And Access To The Resources Needed To Transition To Clean Energy Practices Is A Huge Barrier For Under-resourced Communities In South Los Angeles. Under Its Energy Efficiencies And Sustainability Banner, Brotherhood Crusade Looks To Empower Youth To Lead The Charge In Establishing More Environmntally-friendly Schools And Neighborhoods. High School Teens Will Be Enlisted To Serve As Environmental Sustainability Youth Ambassadors. As Peer Educators, Ambassadors Will Develop Leadership, Critical Thinking And Problem-solving Skills As They Conduct Community-based Research; And Address Identified Issues With Respect To Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Energy Efficiency (Including Clean Energy) And Water Conservation In Their Respective Schools And Neighborhoods. | 2022 |
| Kid One Transport System Inc | $25,000 | Birmingham, AL, US | In The State Of Alabama, Access To Safe, Reliable Transportation Is A Huge Barrier In Rural Areas As Well As Major Cities That Lack Mass Public Transit Systems. Through Collaborations With Over 700 Health Care Providers, Kid One Transport System Provides Transportation To Medical, Dental And Mental Health Care Services For Children And Expectant Mothers Who Are Transportation Disadvantaged, Benefiting The Health And Lives Of Marginalized Women And Children. Just Through Its Partnership With Children's Hospital Of Alabama Alone, Kid One Provides Nearly 7,000 Transports Annually. Current Service Areas Include North, Central And East Alabama, With Dreams Of Expanding Its Reach To Serve Every County Within The State. | 2022 |
| James Whitcomb Riley Memorial Association | $79,114 | Indianapolis, IN, US | The Skills On Wheels Training Program Was Established To Fill A Void In Standardized Training Programs For Children Who Become Wheelchair Users In Indiana And Michigan. Program Activities Help Wheelchair-using Children And Their Caregivers Manage Mobility Challenges And Increase Their Social Participation, Wheelchair Confidence, And Physical Abilities. Children Are Provided Five Weeks Of Wheelchair Training Focused On 33 Skills That Aid Them In Navigating City Curbs, Steep Ramps, Inaccessible Doors, And Tight Corners. Occupational Therapy Students Are On Hand To Assist With Instruction And Spotting; While Caregivers Have An Opportunity To Network With One Another, Building Community. | 2022 |
| Indiana University Foundation | $29,999 | Bloomington, IN, US | Camp Yes And Supports Academic And Social-emotional Learning For Autistic High School Students While Also Providing Deep Professional Learning For K-12 Educators. The Camp Utilizes Innovative Instructional Methods Derived From Improvisational Theater To Strengthen Academic And Social-emotional Skills Among Youth With Autism, Setting Them Up For A More Productive Life After High School And Beyond. During The Week-long Camp, Educators Get To Practice New Skills And Receive Immediate Feedback While Working Hands-on With Youth On The Spectrum. The Camp Is Offered At No Cost To Families Or Educators. | 2022 |
| Memorial Medical Center Foundation | $38,000 | Long Beach, CA, US | Memorial Medicals Injury Prevention Program Focuses On Preventing Injury By Reducing The Occurrence Of Avoidable Injuries Through Education And Resources. The Program Is Led By Two Dedicated Injury Prevention Coordinators, Who Are Both Certified Cpr Instructors And Child Passenger Safety Technicians (Cpst). In Addition To Distributing Free Educational Materials And Car Seats At Community Outreach Events, They Also Host Child Passenger Safety Classes, Demonstrating The Proper Way To Install A Car Seat. This Year, Memorial Medical Will Expand Their Outreach To Build Awareness And Knowledge Around Safe Teen Driving Practices Using Social Media Outlets To Reach Teens In The Community. | 2022 |
| Heart Of Unlimited Boundaries Inc | $46,799 | West Liberty, OH, US | Heart Of Unlimited Boundaries (Hub) Offers An Unparalleled Opportunity To Experience The Joy, Exhilaration, And Proven Therapeutic Benefits Of 'Driving' To Individuals With Disabilities And/or Critical Illnesses. This Target Population Is Often Excluded From Therapeutic Driving Recreational, Social And Therapeutic Programs Due To The Severity Of Their Physical Disabilities And/or Behavioral Issues. Utilizing Specially Designed Courses And Adapted Motorized Vehicles, Hub Addresses Pre-defined Therapeutic And Educational Objectives Resulting In Positive Social, Behavioral, Psychological, And Physical Therapeutic Gains Seldom Seen In Traditional Therapies. | 2022 |
| Heal The Bay | $75,000 | Santa Monica, CA, US | Located Underneath The Historic Santa Monica Pier, Heal The Bay Hosts Thousands Of Prek-12th Grade Students From Title I Schools In Los Angeles County Through Its Youth Environmental Education Program. During The Two-hour Field Trips, Students Explore Touch Tanks, Comb The Beach Making Scientific Observations And Collect Data While Learning About Marine Conservation, Natural Watersheds, Water Cycles, And The Harmful Impacts Of Plastic Pollution On Marine Life. Lessons And Activities Are Student-centered, Hands-on And Meet Next Generation Science Standards And Ocean And Environmental Literacy Principles. Stipends Are Available To Underserved Schools On A First-come First-serve Basis To Minimize Barriers To Participating In Field Trips Such As Transportation Costs. | 2022 |
| Happy Hollow Children's Camp Inc | $45,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Happy Hollow Children's Camp Programs Are Fun, Safe And Meant To Help Campers Grow Toward Their Full Potential. Its Signature Overnight Summer Camp Targets Children Ages 7-14, Primarily From Greater Indianapolis And Central Indiana, Who Come From Economically Underprivileged Households. Camp Runs 6 Days/5 Nights And Offers Activities That Allow Children To Experience The Great Outdoors - From Hands-on Environmental Activities To Recreational Activities Including Horseback Riding, Hiking, Canoeing & Kayaking, Archery, Group Games And Sports, And A One-of-a-kind High Ropes Course. Asthma Camp Is Offered To Children With Mild To Severe Asthma, Which Depending On Its Severity, Can Be A Barrier To Experiencing The Wide Variety Of Activities Available In A Residential Camp. | 2022 |
| Growinggreat | $25,000 | Manhattan Beach, CA, US | School Gardens Serve As Outdoor Learning Labs To Cultivate Budding Environmental Leaders. Through Weekly Stem And Garden Activities, Students Will Experience How Farming Practices Intersect With Water, Air And Land Resources And Contextualize How The Usage Of These Resources Has Social And Ethical Implications In Their Own Communities And In Terms Of Global Climate Change. Students Grades 6-8 Will Use Lessons Learned To Write A Series Of Stem Activities That Explore Environmental Science Geared Toward K-5th Grade Students And Then Script, Produce, Film And Edit Videoes To Compliment The Activities. The Materials Will Be Produced In English And Spanish And Made Available Free Of Charge To Any Los Angeles Unified School District (Lausd) Parent Or Teacher As A Resource For Teaching Foundational Environmental Concepts. | 2022 |
| Girl Scouts Of San Gorgonio Council (Gssgc) | $50,000 | Redlands, CA, US | Gssgc's 191-acre Skyland Ranch Camp In The San Jacinto Mountains Is Used As A Backdrop For Inspiring K-12th Grade Students To Discover, Connect, And Take Action To Preserve And Protect The Environment. Hands-on, Age-appropriate Lessons Focus On Biomimicry, Energy, Electricity Usage, Water Conservation And Plant Forest Management, And Are Designed To Help Students Discover What A Sustainable Clean Energy Future Would Look Like And What They Can Do To Make Changes In Their World Today. Program Activities Include Exploring Nature To Determine How Natural Materials Can Be Utilized To Solve Real-life Problems, Partaking In Citizen Science Projects That Include Real-life Data Collection, And Networking With Professionals To Increase Their Awareness And Interest In Careers In The Environment Field. | 2022 |
| Friends Of The Conservatory | $100,000 | Columbus, OH, US | Students Of All Ages Learn About Natural Sciences, Health And The Environment Through A Suite Of Environmental Education And Conservation Programming. School Field Trips Educate Students About Native And Non-native Plants, Insects, Birds, Etc., While Camp Stem Students Explore Stem Concepts And "Native Pollinators" Then Receive A Culminating Field Trip To Enjoy With Their Families. Franklin Park Conservatory (Fpc) Partners With Head Starts Across Columbus, Providing Educational Programming To 500, 3-5 Year Olds. Teen Corps, A High-impact Summer Program, Teaches Teens Life And Work Skills Through Hands-on Urban Farming Activities, Which Includes Growing And Selling Produce At Fpc's Farmer's Market. Finally, Support Of Community Gardens Give Visitors Much Needed Access To Locally Grown Food. | 2022 |
| Friends Of Aullwood Inc Dba Aullwood Audubon Center And Farm | $35,000 | Dayton, OH, US | Aullwood's Adventures School Program Provides Hands-on Experiences In Nature And Farming To Elementary School Children Ages 6-11. Students Are Treated To An Edutaining School Assembly To Get Them Psyched About Their Upcoming Field Trip. While At Aullwood's Sustainable Farm And Nature Sanctuary, Elementary Students See Firsthand How Land Management Practices Provide Key Habitats For Birds, Wildlife And Farm Animals While Protecting Local Watersheds And Controlling Invasive Plant Species. Students Leave The Farm Motivated And Ready To Take Action To Conserve Natural Resources At Their Schools And Homes. | 2022 |
| Form5 Prosthetics Inc | $90,000 | New Albany, OH, US | With A Commitment To Enhance The Lives Of Limb Different Individuals, Form5 Prosthetics Innovates Novel Prosthetic Devices That Empower Limb Different Individuals To Interact Successfully With Their World. Each Year, Form5 Host A Six-week Co-fab Workshop, Bringing Together Limb Different Individuals, Students And Industry Professionals To Co-create Custom-application Devices, Enabling Dreams Of Playing Instruments, Participating In Sports, Riding Bicycles, And Other Activities. Following The Workshops, Devices Are Assessed, Refined, Selected And Mass Produced Using 3-d Printing. Form5 Then Distributes Them To Limb Different Individuals Who Would Not Otherwise Be Able To Access Them. | 2022 |
| Flying Horse Farms (Fhf) | $100,000 | Mt Gilead, OH, US | Flying Horse Farms (Fhf) Is A Magical, Transformational Camp For Children With Serious Illnesses, Ages 8-15. Offered At No Cost To Families, Camp Is Designed To Meet The Specific Medical Needs For A Particular Diagnosis Or Group Of Diagnoses. For One Week, Campers 'Spread Their Wings And Fly Solo' (Without Their Families), Living In Cabins And Participating In Traditional Summer Camp Activities - All Under Medical Customized Supervision. At Fhf Safety Is Just As Important As Creating Life-changing Experiences For The Children. Funding Will Be Used To Re-grade And Pave Paths, Allowing Campers To Safely Access Major Areas Of The Campgrounds. | 2022 |
| Family Success Center Of Etowah County Inc (Fscoec) | $64,000 | Gadsden, AL, US | Operating As A "One Stop" Social And Family Services Center, Family Success Center Of Etowah County (Fscoec) Provides Comprehensive And Coordinated Services Allowing Families To Make Positive Changes In Their Lives. New Services Offered Through The In (Inclusive Needs) Program Helps Fill A Void In The County And Is Specifically Designed To Remove The Barriers Often Faced By Low-income Families, Particularly Those With Children With Disabilities. Support Services Include Covering Costs For Disabled Youth To Attend Camp, Providing Medical Equipment For Youth Not Covered By Insurance, Play Therapy And Counseling Services, Transportation To Doctor's Appointments, And Hosting Separate Support Groups For Parents And Children To Connect With Others Trying To Navigate Through Similar Challenges. | 2022 |
| Choc Foundation | $93,617 | Orange, CA, US | Choc Will Use Its New Community Clinic To Provide Weekday Rehabilitation Services, A Saturday Movement Program That Includes Music And Dance, Adaptive Games, And Such Skill-building Activities As Martial Arts And Yoga To Low-income Children Living With Severe Disabilities Or Chronic Illnesses. The Aim Is To Remove The Typical Barriers To Participation These Children Often Face Which Includes Lack Of Skilled Instructors, Transportation, And Family Finances. Children Become Participants Rather Than Patients As They Explore And Enjoy Movement Apart From Any Medical-therapeutic Routine, Reaping The Psychosocial Benefits Of Play, Newfound Confidence And Self-efficacy That Will Transcend The Program Well Into The Future. | 2022 |
| Children's Dance Foundation | $25,000 | Birmingham, AL, US | The Children's Dance Foundation Uses Dance And Movement As A Vehicle For Fostering Creativity, Curiosity And Confidence. Many Of The Children Served Are Economically Disadvantaged And/or Have Disabilities. For Children With Disabilities, Weekly Dance Classes Provide A Joyful Way For Children To Take The Physical, Cognitive, And Social Skills They Practice With Their Therapists And Try Them In A New Setting. Beyond Improving Gross Motor Skills, Building Strength And Coordination, These Children Are Able To Make Healthy Socialemotional Connections While Feeling A Sense Of Inclusion, Success And Inspiration. | 2022 |
| Carousel Ranch | $51,000 | Santa Clarita, CA, US | Dedicated To Improving The Lives Of Children And Young Adults With Special Needs, Carousel Ranch Is A Transormative Place Where Therapy Is Disguised As Fun. In Equestrian Therapy, Children With Disabilities Gain A Sense Of Independence And Freedom While Perfomring Exercises On The Back Of A Horse. Students Make Physical And Emotional Gains Based On Individualized Needs. Ready To Work Prepares Young Adults With Special Needs For Life After High School By Combining Classroom Curriculum With Real Work Experiences. Students Spend Half Their Time Developing The Soft Skills Needed On The Job And The Other Half Participating Hands-on In Various Experience-based Work. Instructors Provide 1:1 Guidance, Mapping A Path Forward To Continued Education, Employment, Personal Finance, And Independence. | 2022 |
| Camp Cole Foundation Inc | $35,000 | Eastover, SC, US | At Camp Cole, Youth With Illnesses, Disabilities And Life Challenges Are Encouraged To Shine. The 40-acre Campus Serves As A Safe Oasis And Idyllic Home-away-from-home For Campers Of All Ages. A Caring, Well-trained Staff Of Counselors And Program Leaders Are On Hand To Help Campers Enjoy Enriching And Entertaining Programs While Remaining Healthy And Comfortable In The Hands Of Top-of-the-line Medical Caregivers. Whether Attending A Weeklong Or Weekend Overnight Experience, Campers Are Inspired To Explore An Array Of Indoor And Outdoor Activities, Developing New Skills, Growing In Independence And Confidence And Forging Friendships With Other Campers With Similar Challenges And Capabilities. | 2022 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs Of Northeast Ohio | $100,000 | Lorain, OH, US | Adjacent To Bgcneo, The 4+ Acre Morgana Bluffs Nature Preserve Serves As An Outdoor Lab, Putting The Simplistic Splendors Of Nature At The Club Members' Fingertips. Local Youth Gain Exposure To And Build On Stem Concepts Through "Fun With Purpose" Activities And Experiments That Encourage Hands-on Learning Through Real World Exploration. Building On Interest Generated From The Preserve, Bgcneo Will Increase Programming By Hiring An Environmental Manager, Adding Explorer Kits To Accompany Programs And Tours At The Preserve, Establishing An Urban Farm At Every Site In Its Region, And Hosting A 'Green' Fashion Show Highlighting Outfits Created Using Upcycled Materials. | 2022 |
| Birmingham Zoo Inc | $25,000 | Birmingham, AL, US | Zooschool Is A One-week Stem-based Experiential Program Focused On Conservation-, Environmental- And Animal Interaction-related Topics. Annually, Over 750 Students (7th Graders) From Title I Schools In The Birmingham City Schools (Bcs) District Are Engaged In Relevant, Hands-on Lessons That Promotes Curiosity, Critical Thinking, And Problem Solving Skills. The Curriculum Covers Topics Such As Water Conservation, Population Dynamics And Human Impact, Energy Cycles In Ecosystems, Animal Care In A Zoo Setting And Zoo-related Career Options Students Might Not Have Previously Considered. Teachers Also Receive Free Access To Professional Development And Resources To Continue Learning In Their Classrooms. | 2022 |
| Aquarium Of The Pacific | $100,000 | Long Beach, CA, US | The Ocean Science Education Program Inspires Children To Think Like Scientists And Have A Greater Appreciation For Our Natural World. Aquarium Educators Teach A Roster Of More Than 50 Next Generation Science Standards-aligned Environmental Education Programs For Grades K-12. To Reach Students Unable To Visit In-person, The Aquarium Offers Free, Bilingual Virtual Field Trips And Online Classes; And Will Pilot A Mobile Classroom To Go Directly To Title I Schools To Engage Students In Ocean Science. Additionally, Teens Bring The Wonders Of The Ocean To Their Communities With Fun, Educational Lawn Signs, Selecting A New Topic Or Animal To Write About And Share With Thier Neighborhoods Each Week. | 2022 |
| Altasea At The Port Of Los Angeles | $50,000 | San Pedro, CA, US | Grounded In Cross-sector Partnerships, Altasea's Project Blue Education Program Was Designed To Teach Young People, Particularly Students Of Color About California's Greatest Asset, The Ocean. Students In Elementary Through College Have Access To A Wide Range Of Ocean Science And Literacy Programs Including Classes, Afterschool Enrichment, Webinars, Community Lectures, And Internships At The High School And College Levels. Experts In The Field Teach Using The Most Relevant Research Available In The Ocean Environment Giving Students Unique Access And Exposure To Underwater Robotics And Technology, While Introducing Them To Various Career Options In Sustainable Aquaculture. | 2022 |
| Alabama Autism Assistance Program | $25,000 | Birmingham, AL, US | Kinect Sports Is A Free Sports League For Individuals With Disabilities Of All Ages To Come Together In "Community" To Play A Game. Promoting An Inclusive Environment, Parents, Workers, And Volunteers Are Enlisted To Work Alongside 'Athletes' To Play A Sport: Basketball, Kickball, Or Tee-ball. Sports Are Typically Offered In 12-week Rotations That Are Tailored To Expand The Capabilities, Confidence, And Quality Of Life For Children Living With Autism. With Kinect Sports, It's Less About Keeping Score And More About Celebrating The Wins. For The Athletes, Those Wins Equate To Fostering Self-esteem, Experiencing Teamwork, Creating Life-long Fiendships With Others Just Like Them; And Having Lots Of Fun. | 2022 |
| Adaptive Riding Institute | $25,000 | Turner, OR, US | Adaptive Riding Institute Provides Opportunities For People To Find Health, Happiness, And Healing Using The Tranquil Movement Of Horses. Through Equine-assisted Therapy (Eat), 100 Physically Challenged Youth Under The Age Of 18 Receive Weekly Empowered, Joy-filled Adaptive Riding Experiences Atop A Horse. Participants Include But Are Not Limited To Individuals With Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Autism And Adhd. Each Private 30-minute Session Is Designed To Address The Needs Of Each Individual Rider Whether That Is Cognitive, Physical, Emotional Or Behavioral. Horseback Riding Has Been Linked To Cognitive And Emotional Benefits And Physical Improvements In Balance, Motor Skills, Sensory Integration And Muscle Strength. | 2022 |
| Bpe Inc | $50,000 | Boston, MA, US | Bpe Is An Education Organization Operating A Prek-12 Pathway Of Neighborhood-based Teaching Academies Schools That Provide World-class Education For All Students While Training Outstanding New Teachers For Successful, Sustainable Careers As Urban Educators. The Dearborn Stem Academy, A New State-of-the-art Stem Facility Provide Students With Access To Hands-on Stem Learning Experiences That Promotes Collaboration And Real-world Connections. Simultaneously The Academy Serves As A Training Site For Teacher Residents To Become Effective Math And Science Teachers In Boston Public Schools. | 2021 |
| Bridge Builders Foundation | $125,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | This Is One Of Eight Nonprofit Organizations Proactively Sought To Work Collaboratively To Establish A Stem/steam Cradle-to-college And Career Pipeline For Young Men Of Color In Los Angeles County. Partners Pull From Existing Partnerships, Best Practices And Other Resources To Not Only Meet The Educational Needs Of Young Men Of Color, But Also Their Economic And Social-emotional Needs, Nurturing The Whole Child, While Leading Them Down A Much Needed Stem/steam Pipeline. This Marks Year Five Of This Long-term Initiative. | 2021 |
| Brotherhood Crusade-los Angeles | $55,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | This Is One Of Eight Nonprofit Organizations Proactively Sought To Work Collaboratively To Establish A Stem/steam Cradle-to-college And Career Pipeline For Young Men Of Color In Los Angeles County. Partners Pull From Existing Partnerships, Best Practices And Other Resources To Not Only Meet The Educational Needs Of Young Men Of Color, But Also Their Economic And Social-emotional Needs, Nurturing The Whole Child, While Leading Them Down A Much Needed Stem/steam Pipeline. This Marks Year Five Of This Long-term Initiative. | 2021 |
| Cec Stuyvesant Cove Inc Dba Solarone | $50,000 | New York, NY, US | Through Solar Ones Green Design Lab Program, Students And Staff Members In The New York City School System Learn About Environmental Stem Subjects And Work Together To Design And Implement Feasible, Creative Ways To Reduce Their School And Communitys Environmental Footprint. Each School Building Serves As A Lab For Hands-on Learning About Green Technologies, Design, Engineering, And Applied Science. The Program Meets National Standards In Science, Mathematics And Social Studies And Teaches Valuable Life Skills Such As Collaboration Problem Solving And Communication. | 2021 |
| California Academy Of Mathematics Andscience (cams) At Csudh | $30,000 | Carson, CA, US | This Is One Of Eight Nonprofit Organizations Proactively Sought To Work Collaboratively To Establish A Stem/steam Cradle-to-college And Career Pipeline For Young Men Of Color In Los Angeles County. Partners Pull From Existing Partnerships, Best Practices And Other Resources To Not Only Meet The Educational Needs Of Young Men Of Color, But Also Their Economic And Socialemotional Needs, Nurturing The Whole Child, While Leading Them Down A Much Needed Stem/steam Pipeline. This Marks Year Five Of This Long-term Initiative. | 2021 |
| Charles R Drew University Of Medicine And Science (cdu) | $85,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | This Is One Of Eight Nonprofit Organizations Proactively Sought To Work Collaboratively To Establish A Stem/steam Cradle-to-college And Career Pipeline For Young Men Of Color In Los Angeles County. Partners Pull From Existing Partnerships, Best Practices And Other Resources To Not Only Meet The Educational Needs Of Young Men Of Color, But Also Their Economic And Socialemotional Needs, Nurturing The Whole Child, While Leading Them Down A Much Needed Stem/steam Pipeline. This Marks Year Five Of This Long-term Initiative. | 2021 |
| Children Youth And Family Collaborative(cyfc) | $120,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | This Is One Of Eight Nonprofit Organizations Proactively Sought To Work Collaboratively To Establish A Stem/steam Cradle-to-college And Career Pipeline For Young Men Of Color In Los Angeles County. Partners Pull From Existing Partnerships, Best Practices And Other Resources To Not Only Meet The Educational Needs Of Young Men Of Color, But Also Their Economic And Socialemotional Needs, Nurturing The Whole Child, While Leading Them Down A Much Needed Stem/steam Pipeline. This Marks Year Five Of This Long-term Initiative. | 2021 |
| College Mentors For Kids | $61,700 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Underserved First Through Sixth Grade Students (little Buddies) Are Paired One-on-one With College Student Mentors. The College Mentors (big Buddies) Take Ownership Of The Program By Creating, Organizing And Facilitating Weekly Lessons And Activities Focused On One Of Three Themes:1) Higher Education And Careers; 2) Culture And Diversity; And 3) Community Service. Prior To Covid, The Little Buddies Weekly Campus Visits Gave Them A Unique Opportunity Of Experiencing College Firsthand, Helping Them To Develop A Joy For Learning And A College-going Mindset Early On. Social Emotional Learning (sel) Skills Is Incorporated To Help Students Tackle Both Academic And Personal Challenges Exacerbated By The Pandemic. | 2021 |
| Ecoworks Dba Warm Training Center | $74,726 | Detroit, MI, US | Cultivating The Next Generation Of Green Leaders, The Youth Energy Squad (yes) Program Engages Young People From Diverse Backgrounds In Handson, Place-based Projects That Make Their Homes, Schools, And Communities More Sustainable For Everyone. Green School Coordinators Are Deployed To More Than 50 Detroit Area Schools To Facilitate Student-led Green Teams In Weekly Sessions Focused On Recycling, Energy, Water And Gardens And Nutrition Students Then Use What They Have Learned To Address Pressing Environmental And Social Issues In Their Communities. | 2021 |
| Hetrick Martin Institute | $72,656 | New York, NY, US | Combining Social Consciousness With Technical Training, The Queer Coders Program Delivers Unparalleled Professional And Tech Opportunities To Lgbtqia+ Youth Ages 16-21, Providing Them With A Safe Environment Free Of Social Stigma. During The First Four Weeks Heavy Emphasis Is Placed On Developing Mental Health Resiliency And Job Readiness Skills With Wrap-around Support From Case Managers And Counselors, Crisis Interventionstaff To Mentorship And Peer Support. Participants Spend The Last Two Weeks Immersed In A Coding Boot Camp, Learning Coding Programs Such As Python, Java And Pascal To Develop Apps And Web Pages, And Interact With Various Tech Professionals In Real-world Work Settings. The Program Culminates In A Final Group Project. | 2021 |
| Long Beach Education Foundation Co Long Beach Math Collaborative | $85,000 | Long Beach, CA, US | This Is One Of Eight Nonprofit Organizations Proactively Sought To Work Collaboratively To Establish A Stem/steam Cradle-to-college And Career Pipeline For Young Men Of Color In Los Angeles County. Partners Pull From Existing Partnerships, Best Practices And Other Resources To Not Only Meet The Educational Needs Of Young Men Of Color, But Also Their Economic And Socialemotional Needs, Nurturing The Whole Child, While Leading Them Down A Much Needed Stem/steam Pipeline. This Marks Year Five Of This Long-term Initiative. | 2021 |
| Mind Research Institute | $54,000 | Irvine, CA, US | Based On More Than 20 Years Of Neuroscience And Education Research, St Maths Web-based, Visual Instruction Math Program Was Designed To Teach Math The Way Children Learn, Visually And Experientially. With The Help Of The Programs Beloved Penguin Mascot, Jiji, Prek-8th Grade Students Go On An Exciting Mathematical Journey, Tackling Math Concepts Through Animated Visual Puzzles That Strategically Incorporate The Use Of Language And Mathematical Symbols. The Game-based Learning Provided By St Math Goes Far Beyond Math Gamification By Providing Specific, Standards-aligned Learning Objectives And Measurable Outcomes. St Math Is Also Flexible, In That Teachers Can Elect To Use It In A Computer Lab, During Designated Classroom Time, Station Rotations Or As Part Of Homework Assignments. | 2021 |
| National College Resources Foundation | $75,000 | Diamond Bar, CA, US | The National College Resources Foundation (ncrf) Carefully Designs Programs To Provide Two Key Resources Needed To Close The Gap In Academic Achievement, Workforce And Economic Disparities Among Underserved And Underrepresented Youth - Access And Opportunity. Annual Black College And Latino College Expos Serve As A Vital Link Between Minority Students And College Admissions With High School Students Receiving College Acceptance And Scholarships On The Spot. With A Focus On The Growing Aerospace Industry, The Students Think Steam Program Brings Hands-on Activities To Students In Grades K-12 Via A Steam Mobile Lab, Classroom Visits And An Annual Steam Expo. Topics Covered Include Rocketry, Aviation, Robotics, Coding, Animation, 3-d Printing And Game Design. | 2021 |
| New Village Girls Academy | $75,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | At New Village Girls Academy Young Women, Ages 14-21 Who Have Dropped Out Of Traditional High School Are Given A Second Chance. Upon Enrollment, Students Develop Individual Learning Plans To Meet College Acceptance Requirements And Explore Potential Careers Driven By Their Interests. The Academys Comprehensive Science Program Includes Four Key Components: 1) Weekly Biology Or Chemistry Classes At The California Science Center; 2) Environmental Science Classes Focused On Climate Change, Water Conservation, Food Preservation, Etc.; 3) An Onsite Makerspace Where Girls Employ Design Thinking Skills, Problem Solve And Collaborate To Build And Create: And 4) Stem Internships Helping Them Gain 21st Century Skills And A Vision Of Possible Career Paths Through Real-world Work Experiences And Guidance From Their Professional Mentors. | 2021 |
| Posse Foundation | $30,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | This Is One Of Eight Nonprofit Organizations Proactively Sought To Work Collaboratively To Establish A Stem/steam Cradle-to-college And Career Pipeline For Young Men Of Color In Los Angeles County. Partners Pull From Existing Partnerships, Best Practices And Other Resources To Not Only Meet The Educational Needs Of Young Men Of Color, But Also Their Economic And Social Emotional Needs, Nurturing The Whole Child, While Leading Them Down A Much Needed Stem/steam Pipeline. This Marks Year Five Of This Long-term Initiative. | 2021 |
| Rock The Street Wall Street (rtsws) | $50,000 | Nashville, TN, US | Addressing The Persistent Gender Gap In Financial Professions, Rtsws Introduces Girls, Grades 10-12 To The World Of Finance. For Five Weeks, Girls Gain Exposure To Various Careers In Finance While Tackling Lessons On Savings, Investments, Capital Markets, Budgets, Stocks, Bonds And College Financial Preparedness. Female Finance Professionals Serve As Mentors And Lead Sessions Using Curriculum Developed By The University Of Pennsylvanias Wharton School. Ripped From The Headlines News Events Also Help Keep Lessons Current And Relevant. Girls Work In Small Teams To Complete Special Projects Such As Creating Detailed Budgets And Retirement Plans For A Fictitious Client And Researching Then Presenting Potential Stock Investments Before Financial Executives. | 2021 |
| Science Clubs For Girls Inc | $45,000 | Cambridge, MA, US | Kindergarten Through Twelfth Grade Girls From Marginalized Communities Receive A Continuum Of High-quality, Engaging Stem Programs That Promote Collaboration And Teamwork; Provide Opportunities To Experiment And Problem Solve; And Even To Fail In Safe And Supportive Settings. Now Offered In-person And Online, Scfgs Suite Of Age-appropriate Clubs Include:1) Science Clubs: 8-10 Weeks Of Hands-on Explorations For Girls In Grades K-5 Led By Volunteer Mentor Scientists And Junior Mentors; 2) Steministas: Inquiry And Project-based Team Learning Clubs For Middle School Girls, Centered On The Core Concepts Of Engineering And The Design Process; And 3) Junior Mentors: Leadership Development And Employment Program For Girls, Grades 8-12 Who Also Serve As Near Peer Mentors And Co-teach With Adult Mentors In The Elementary Grade Clubs. | 2021 |
| Stem Next Opportunity Fund | $75,000 | San Diego, CA, US | Stem Next Opportunity Fund Ensures That Millions Of Underserved Young People Have Access To High-quality Stem Learning Through Collaboration. Imagine Science, A Coalition Of Four National Youth Serving Organizations: Boys & Girls Clubs Of America (bgca), Girls Inc., National 4-h Council (n4hc)) And Ymca Of The Usa (y-usa) Combines Expertise And Resources To Help Bridge Stem Access And Opportunity Gaps For Underrepresented Youth. Partners Share Stem Curricula, Program Supplies And Fundraising Tools, And Outcomes And Data Management, While Youth Served Benefit From Hands-on Stem Activities Integrated Into An Array Of Positive Youth Development Programs In Hopes Of Inspiring The Next Generation Of Scientific Thinkers And Problem Solvers. | 2021 |
| The Opportunity Network | $75,000 | New York, NY, US | Through The Oppnet Fellows Program, Highly Motivated Young People From Systemically Underrepresented Communities Across New York City Gain Access To Opportunities And Resources Needed To Get To And Persist Through College Into Thriving Careers. The Programs Proprietary Career Fluency Curriculum Focuses On Developing The Necessary Skills And Mindsets For College And Career Readiness, Beginning The Summer After The 10th Grade. In Six To Eight Years, Participants Receive Individualized College Guidance, Robust Networking Opportunities For Both Professional And Personal Growth, Multi-industry Career Exposure, Experiential Learning For College Success And Five Summers Of Skill-building Paid Internships And Enrichment Programs. | 2021 |
| Uncf | $100,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | This Is One Of Eight Nonprofit Organizations Proactively Sought To Work Collaboratively To Establish A Stem/steam Cradle-to-college And Career Pipeline For Young Men Of Color In Los Angeles County. Partners Pull From Existing Partnerships, Best Practices And Other Resources To Not Only Meet The Educational Needs Of Young Men Of Color, But Also Their Economic And Socialemotional Needs, Nurturing The Whole Child, While Leading Them Down A Much Needed Stem/steam Pipeline. This Marks Year Five Of This Long-term Initiative. | 2021 |
| Zero To Three | $75,000 | Washington, DC, US | Zero To Threes (ztt) Pilot Program, Problem Solvers Early Math Curriculum Is Designed To Help Curtail Learning Disparities Observed In Young Children From Low-income, Under-resourced Families Before They Enter Kindergarten. Using Age-appropriate, Play-based And Inquiry-oriented Approach, The Curriculum Focuses On Key Early Numeracy Milestones For Children Ages 2 (30 Months) Through 4 (48 Months) That Are Easily Implemented By Early Childhood Educators. The Curriculum Includes Rich Supporting Resources Such As Preschool Friendly Math Songs And A Teachers Guide That Provides Additional Instructional Strategies And Early Math Research That Reinforces Learning Objectives. Parents Also Receive Family Activities To Conduct At Home To Supplement Lessons Learned In The Classroom. | 2021 |
| Boys And Girls Clubs Of Northeast Ohio (bgcneo) | $34,421 | Cleveland, OH, US | With Over Four Acres In Clevelands Morgana Bluffs Nature Preserve, Local Youth Gain Exposure To And Build On Stem Concepts Through "fun With Purpose" Activities And Experiments That Encourage Hands-on Learning And The Application Of Classroom Concepts In Math And Science Through Real-world Exploration. Activities At The Outdoor Learning Lab Include Birdwatching Using Sensory And Physical Tools To Spot Birds As Well As Learning Why Snow Happens And The Math/science Behind Each Snowflake. | 2020 |
| Bridge Builders Foundation | $85,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | This Is One Of Eight Nonprofit Organizations Ahf Proactively Sought To Work Collaboratively To Establish A Stem/steam Cradle-to-college And Career Pipeline For Young Men Of Color In Los Angeles County. Partners Pull From Existing Partnerships, Best Practices And Other Resources To Not Only Meet The Educational Needs Of Young Men Of Color, But Also Their Economic And Social-emotional Needs, Nurturing The Whole Child, While Leading Them Down A Much Needed Stem/steam Pipeline. This Marks Year Four Of This Long-term Initiative. | 2020 |
| Brotherhood Crusade -los Angeles | $55,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | This Is One Of Eight Nonprofit Organizations Ahf Proactively Sought To Work Collaboratively To Establish A Stem/steam Cradle-to-college And Career Pipeline For Young Men Of Color In Los Angeles County. Partners Pull From Existing Partnerships, Best Practices And Other Resources To Not Only Meet The Educational Needs Of Young Men Of Color, But Also Their Economic And Social-emotional Needs, Nurturing The Whole Child, While Leading Them Down A Much Needed Stem/steam Pipeline. This Marks Year Four Of This Long-term Initiative. | 2020 |
| Cec Stuyvesant Cove Park Dba Solar One | $50,000 | New York, NY, US | New Yorkers Are Inspired To Address Climate Change By Starting Locally In Their Homes, Schools And Parks. Through The Green Design Lab Students, Teachers And Custodial Staff In Ny School Systems Work Together To Design And Implement Feasible, Creative Ways To Reduce Their Schools Environmental Footprint As Part Of The Citys Plan To Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions. Each School Building Serves As A Lab For Hands-on Learning About Green Technologies, Design, Engineering And Applied Science. The Program Meets National Standards In Science, Mathematics And Social Studies And Teaches Valuable Life Skills Such As Collaboration, Problem Solving And Written And Oral Communication. | 2020 |
| Center For Creative Education | $75,000 | West Palm Beach, FL, US | Arts Integration Serves As A Tool To Animate Curriculum To Increase Reading Levels For 100, K-3rd Grade Students Attending Five Of The Poorest Elementary Schools In Northwood Village. Cces Teaching Artists Work Alongside Classroom Teachers, Creating Lesson Plans By Incorporating An Art Form, Be It, Dance, Music, Storytelling, Etc. Together, They Team-teach Key Concepts That Can Be Difficult For Students To Master Through Traditional Teaching Methods. By Integrating The Arts With Content Areas Such As Science, Language Arts, And Math, Students Are Able To Grasp Concepts In A Creative, Memorable And Engaging Way. | 2020 |
| Charles R Drew University Of Medicine And Science (cdu) | $55,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | This Is One Of Eight Nonprofit Organizations Ahf Proactively Sought To Work Collaboratively To Establish A Stem/steam Cradle-to-college And Career Pipeline For Young Men Of Color In Los Angeles County. Partners Pull From Existing Partnerships, Best Practices And Other Resources To Not Only Meet The Educational Needs Of Young Men Of Color, But Also Their Economic And Social-emotional Needs, Nurturing The Whole Child, While Leading Them Down A Much Needed Stem/steam Pipeline. This Marks Year Four Of This Long-term Initiative. | 2020 |
| Children Youth And Family Collaborative (cyfc) | $85,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | This Is One Of Eight Nonprofit Organizations Ahf Proactively Sought To Work Collaboratively To Establish A Stem/steam Cradle-to-college And Career Pipeline For Young Men Of Color In Los Angeles County. Partners Pull From Existing Partnerships, Best Practices And Other Resources To Not Only Meet The Educational Needs Of Young Men Of Color, But Also Their Economic And Social-emotional Needs, Nurturing The Whole Child, While Leading Them Down A Much Needed Stem/steam Pipeline. This Marks Year Four Of This Long-term Initiative. | 2020 |
| Elementary Institute Of Science | $45,000 | San Diego, CA, US | Serving As An Early Intervention Program, Steps-2-stem Provides Access To High-quality Stem Learning Opportunities For Students Attending All Eleven Title I Elementary Schools Within San Diegos Lincoln Cluster. Once A Week, 4th, 5th And 6th Graders From Participating Schools Rotate Through Four 55-minute Labs, Engaging In Hands-on Learning, Covering Subjects Such As Biology, Computer Science, Chemistry, Engineering And More. Each Session Lasts Five Weeks With The Goal Of Immersing Students In The Equivalent Of 20-25 Hours Of Stem Learning. The Aim Is To Expose Students Early And Provide A Continuum Of Services Helping To Build Strong Foundations For Stem Learning In Later Grades. | 2020 |
| Jones Valley Teaching Farm | $75,000 | Birmingham, AL, US | Food, Farming And The Culinary Arts Bring Learning To Life For 4,500 Pre-k-12 Students Through The Good School Food Program. Using Teaching Farms, Instructors Deliver Experiential Lessons And Projects Aligned With Academic Standards In Core Subjects Including Math, Science, Social Studies And English Language Arts. Students Develop Deeper Connections By Growing And Harvesting Food Not Only Used For Teaching, But Also Distributed To Families In Need In The Woodlawn Community. Afterschool And Summer Programming Such As Student-run Farmers Markets, Farm Clubs, Summer Camp Grow And Apprenticeships Help Provide Continual Engagement. | 2020 |
| Latinitas | $75,000 | Austin, TX, US | Working To Address The Underrepresentation Of Latina Women In The Technology Field, Latinitas Offers Year-round Opportunities For Girls Ages 9-18 To Express Themselves Creatively Through Digital Media And Technology Enrichment Activities That Explore Identity, Culture And Gender. Programming Is Delivered Through After School Clubs, Stem-themed Camps, One-day Conferences Focused On Social Change And Entrepreneurship, And Coding And Journalism/digital Production Certification Programs. Girls Explore The Latest In 21st Century Learning Including Everything From Filmmaking, Graphic And Web Design, Podcasting And Photography To Coding, Drones And Virtual And Augmented Reality. Tech Literacy Workshops Are Offered To Parents And Families To Better Support Girls In Their Pursuit Of Stem Majors And Careers. | 2020 |
| Lighthouse For The Blind And Visually Impaired | $55,883 | San Francisco, CA, US | Blind And Visually Impaired Children And Teens Are Mentored By Blind Stem Professionals And Gain Never Before Exposure To The Sciences Through Year-round Science Enrichment Activities Including General Science Exploration, Computer Coding And Environmental Science. These Programs Help Blind Students Gain Interest, Experience And Confidence That Increases Academic And Vocational Success. During Covid-19 Social Distancing Requirements, Programming Is Delivered Online Through Weekly Virtual Stem Sessions, Which Include Social Time And Campfires, Guest Speakers And Leadership Development Activities To Help Students Stay Connected To Their Blind Peers And Engaged Until In-person Services Resume. | 2020 |
| Literacy Matters Foundation | $50,000 | Minnesota, MN, US | Designed To Empower Kindergarten Through 3rd Grade Learners With The Basic Reading, Writing And Spelling Skills To Close The Literacy Gap, The Mighty Doodle Literacy Program Meets Students Where They Are And Provides Individualized Engaging Child-friendly Literacy Instruction In A Gamified Lesson Format. Its Phonics-based And Evidenced-based Orton Gillingham Curriculum Is Presented In A Sequence Of Mini Games Designed To Engage Young Learners In A Multi-sensory, Structured, Sequential And Cumulative Learning Experience. With Real-time Tracking And Analytics Built In The Program, Teachers Can Quickly Identify Where Individual Students Need More Help And Assign Specific Tasks To Address Those Needs. Mighty Doodle Lessons Are Administered Three Times A Week And Run About 45 Minutes Per Session. | 2020 |
| Long Beach Education Foundation | $55,000 | Long Beach, CA, US | This Is One Of Eight Nonprofit Organizations Ahf Proactively Sought To Work Collaboratively To Establish A Stem/steam Cradle-to-college And Career Pipeline For Young Men Of Color In Los Angeles County. Partners Pull From Existing Partnerships, Best Practices And Other Resources To Not Only Meet The Educational Needs Of Young Men Of Color, But Also Their Economic And Social-emotional Needs, Nurturing The Whole Child, While Leading Them Down A Much Needed Stem/steam Pipeline. This Marks Year Four Of This Long-term Initiative. | 2020 |
| Multi-agency Alliance For Children (maac) | $75,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Young Adults, Ages 18-24 Who Have Been In The Foster Care System Receive Technical Skills Training And Ongoing Support That Sets Them On A Path Of Self-sufficiency. Within One Year, Participants Receive Basic It Training And Work Towards Achieving Certifications That Include: Comptia A+, Project Management Professional (pmp), Information Technology Infrastructure Library (itil) And Microsoft Certified Professional (mcitp). Participants Also Receive Ongoing Support In Life Skills, Financial Literacy And Management And Other Wraparound Assistance To Help Mitigate Barriers That Could Potentially Derail Their Progress. Upon Completion, The Apprentices Are Prepared To Fill Positions Such As Field Support Analyst I, Desktop Management Analyst I, Help Desk Analyst Ii And Infrastructure Services Analyst I, Or Are Supported Through Completing A Bachelors Degree In A Related Technical And Computer Science Field. | 2020 |
| National 4-h | $75,000 | Chevy Chase, MD, US | Imagine Science Is A Coalition Of Four National Youth Serving Organizations: Boys & Girls Clubs Of America (bgca), Girls Inc., National 4-h Council (n4hc)) And Ymca Of The Usa (y-usa) Who Combine Expertise And Resources To Help Bridge Stem Access And Opportunity Gaps For Under-represented Youth. The Partners Share Stem Curricula, Experienced Training And Technical Assistance For Staff In Stem, Outcomes And Data Management, Program Supplies And Fundraising Expertise And Tools. Youth In The Communities Served Benefit From Hands-on Stem Activities Integrated Into An Array Of One-time Or Multi-week Positive Youth Development Programs In Hopes Of Inspiring The Next Generation Of Scientific Thinkers And Problem Solvers. | 2020 |
| Posse Foundation Los Angeles | $55,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | This Is One Of Eight Nonprofit Organizations Ahf Proactively Sought To Work Collaboratively To Establish A Stem/steam Cradle-to-college And Career Pipeline For Young Men Of Color In Los Angeles County. Partners Pull From Existing Partnerships, Best Practices And Other Resources To Not Only Meet The Educational Needs Of Young Men Of Color, But Also Their Economic And Social-emotional Needs, Nurturing The Whole Child, While Leading Them Down A Much Needed Stem/steam Pipeline. This Marks Year Four Of This Long-term Initiative. | 2020 |
| Reality Changers | $50,000 | San Diego, CA, US | Driven By The Belief That College Changes Everything, Reality Changers Purposely Recruits Youth From Disadvantaged Backgrounds And Sets Them On A Path To Become College Graduates. From 8th - 11th Grade, The Focus Is On Building Academic Performance, Leadership And Soft Skills So Students Are College-ready By 12th Grade. Students That Achieve A 3.5 Gpa Are Eligible To Attend Academic Connections, A 3-week, Summer Residential Program At The University Of California, San Diego (ucsd). They Gain Exposure To College Life By Living On Campus And Attending Stem Classes Taught By Ucsd Faculty And Earn College Credits. In 12th Grade, Students Are Guided Through Every Step Of The College Application Process From Researching Schools To Paying For College. The Alumni Network Keeps Students Connected And Provides Continual Support To Help Them Persist Through College And Beyond. | 2020 |
| Rocking The Boat Inc | $75,000 | Bronx, NY, US | Low-income High School Youth Develop The Self-confidence, Academic And Life Skills Necessary To Finish High School And Build A Brighter Future For Themselves. Students Begin The Youth Development Program In 9th Or 10th Grade And Self-select One Of Three Non-traditional Stem Tracks To Follow. In Boatbuilding, Students Study Plans To Create And Assemble Wooden Boats From Stem To Stern. Sailing Track Participants Put Theory And Navigation Techniques Into Practice, Working Towards Becoming Certified U.s. Sailing Level 1 Instructors. Using Student-built Boats, Environmental Track Students Comb The Bronx River To Collect Water Quality Data And Perform Restoration Work To Help Bring The River To Healthy Levels. | 2020 |
| Sifma Foundation For Investor Education | $40,000 | New York, NY, US | With Declining Math Test Scores And New Legislation Encouraging Financial Education Across The State Of Massachusetts, Sifmas Financial Literacy Program, The Stock Market Game (smg) Is A Fun And Engaging Way To Address Both. In The Smg, 4th -12th Grade Students Are Connected To Hands-on Personal Finance, Investing And Capital Markets Curriculum While Gaining Exposure To Financial Careers. Students Receive $100,000 In Fictitious Funds To Simulate The Purchase Of Stocks, Bonds And Mutual Funds. They Study Current Events And Assess The Impacts On The Market, Particularly Focusing On Their Own Portfolios. | 2020 |
| The Fishing School | $20,000 | Washington, DC, US | At The Fishing School, Students Learn To Fish In The Rivers Of The Mind To Build The Academic And Life Skills Necessary To Achieve Success For A Lifetime. Students In Grades 1-5 And Their Parents Are Grouped Into Cohorts Upon Enrollment And Progress Through A Multi-year Program Continuum Together. Throughout The Academic School Year And Via Summer Camp, Students Engage In Hands-on, Thematic Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts And Mathematics (steam) Units That Promote Creativity, Problem-solving, Critical Thinking And The Development Of Core Math And Reading Skills Through The Use Of Technology. The Student-centered Curriculum Aligns With Common Core Standards And Supports A Students Academic, Social And Emotional Development. | 2020 |
| The Literacy Lab | $70,000 | Washington, DC, US | Young Men Of Color Who Have Recently Graduated High School Are Recruited For A Paid Yearlong, Residency-style Experience Providing Literacy Intervention To Disadvantaged Pre-kindergarten Students In Washington, Dc; Milwaukee, Wi; And Richmond, Va. Leading Men Fellows Receive Robust Coaching And Professional Development While Providing Pre-k Students Evidence-based Literacy Support. Each Fellow Is Assigned To A Single Classroom For The Entire School Year, Leading Whole Class, Small Group And One-on-one Literacy Interventions Five Days Per Week. The Aim Is Two-fold: 1) Close The Persisting Literacy Gap That Begins Widening For Impoverished Children As Early As Kindergarten And 2) Expose Young Men Of Color To A Career In Early Childhood Education, Potentially Helping To Diversify The Teacher Pipeline In The Long Run. | 2020 |
| Two-bit Circus Foundation | $75,000 | Gardena, CA, US | Building On The Teacher Professional Development Provided Earlier This Year, Two-bit Circus Will Continue To Support Teachers In The Lynwood Unified School District (lusd) With Virtual Stem/steam Trainings And Other Resources To Use To Engage Students In A Virtual Setting. One Such Resource Are Weekly Stem Kits That Will Be Available For Parents To Pick Up, Using Lusds Drive-up And Go System. Each Kit Contains Sample Projects And Supplies That Students And Their Families Can Use In Making New Versions Of Existing Inventions, Creating New Ones Or Tackling Stem-related Challenges. These Projects Are Standards-aligned And Designed To Teach, Inspire, And Call On The Student's Inner Creativity And Critical Thinking Skills. | 2020 |
| Uncf | $55,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Ahf Proactively Sought Eight Nonprofit Organizations To Work Collaboratively To Establish A Stem/steam Cradle-to-college And Career Pipeline For Young Men Of Color In Los Angeles County. Partners Pull From Existing Partnerships, Best Practices And Other Resources To Not Only Meet The Educational Needs Of Young Men Of Color, But Also Their Economic And Social-emotional Needs, Nurturing The Whole Child, While Leading Them Down A Much Needed Stem/steam Pipeline. This Marks Year Four Of This Long-term Initiative. | 2020 |
| Urban Teachers | $75,000 | Baltimore, MD, US | Working To Elevate The Quality Of Classroom Instruction In Urban Schools In Baltimore, Washington Dc And Dallas, Urban Teachers Recruits And Prepares Accountable And Effective Teachers Who Are Ready On Day One And Who Stay For The Long-term. Emphasis Is Placed On Recruiting Minority Teachers To Mirror The Student Population, Drawing From Their Background Experiences To Help Meet The Academic And Social-emotional Learning Needs Of Students. This Rigorous Teaching Program Includes An Up-front Residency, Masters Coursework Leading To A Degree And Two Certifications, Over 80 Hours Of One-on-one Coaching, A Four-year Teaching Commitment And A Performance Evaluation That Guarantees Effectiveness. | 2020 |
| Womens Audio Mission | $25,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Womens Audio Mission Strives To Change The Face Of Sound By Addressing The Underrepresentation Of Women In Creative Technology Careers. Girls On The Mic (gotm) Uses Music And Media To Inspire And Engage 2,500+ Underserved Girls (ages 11-18) From Title I Schools In The San Francisco Bay Area. Afterschool Sessions Are Held Five Days A Week And Introduce Girls To Careers In Sound Engineering. While Completing Stem Projects Like Creating And Recording Podcasts, Building Small Synthesizers And Creating Interactive Music Using Coding Apps, Girls Learn To Think Critically And Problem Solve. | 2020 |
| Centinela Valley Union High School District | $25,000 | Lawndale, CA, US | Funding Will Support Students Participating In The E-learning Supports For Seamless Education Program | 2020 |
| Lennox School District | $25,000 | Lennox, CA, US | Funding To Support Technology For Student Improvement Program | 2020 |
| The Long Beach Education Foundation | $25,000 | Long Beach, CA, US | Funding Will Support Students Participating In The Bridging The Gap: Homeless, Foster And Probation E-learning Program (specifically Those Students In The Math Collaborative Program). | 2020 |
| The Lynwood Partners Educational Foundation | $25,000 | Lynwood, CA, US | Funding Will Support The Rosa Parks Elementary Stem/steam Technology Program. Funds Will Be Utilized For Apple Ipads 64gb; 10-inch Air W/wifi/cover; Any Cubic Photon Uv Lcd 3d Printer Datamation Ipad Charge/sync Cart; Robotics Kits; Macbook; Stylus Pens; Professional Development; Chromebooks; Chrome Cart; Instructional Supplies And Materials, Etc. | 2020 |
| California Academy Of Mathematics And Science (cams) | $55,000 | Carson, CA, US | This Is One Of Eight Nonprofit Organizations Ahf Proactively Sought To Work Collaboratively To Establish A Stem/steam Cradle-to-college And Career Pipeline For Young Men Of Color In Los Angeles County. Partners Pull From Existing Partnerships, Best Practices And Other Resources To Not Only Meet The Educational Needs Of Young Men Of Color, But Also Their Economic And Social-emotional Needs, Nurturing The Whole Child, While Leading Them Down A Much Needed Stem/steam Pipeline. This Marks Year Four Of This Long-term Initiative. | 2020 |
| Lawndale Elementary School District | $25,000 | Lawndale, CA, US | Funding Will Support The Distance Learning Program | 2020 |
| Auburn University Foundation | $75,000 | Auburn, AL, US | Kids From All Walks Of Life Love Robotics And Their Involvement In Robotics Programs Has Been Shown To Increase Their Interest In Stem. Through Its Mission 200 Program, The Southeastern Center For Robotics Education (score) At Auburn University Is Working To Create New Opportunities For 3rd-8th Grade Students To Actively Engage In Vex-iq Robotics Competitions. Score Serves Urban, Rural And Under-resourced Schools In Alabama And Tennessee By Providing Materials, Crucial Teacher Training And Continuous Support For Schools Implementing Robotics Programs. Teacher Training Sessions Include Topics Such As Coding, Hosting Robotics Tournaments, Establishing Sustainable Robotics Programs, Fundraising, Summer Robotics Camps And Incorporating Robotics Into The Classroom. | 2019 |
| Biobus Inc | $75,000 | New York, NY, US | The Moment Students Board The Biobus, It Becomes An Awe-inspiring, Hands-on Discovery Zone For Minority, Female And Low-income K-12 And College Students From Under-resourced Communities Across New York City. Parked In Front Of Schools, The Mobile Research Lab Is Equipped With Research-grade Microscopes And Phd Scientists Who Engage Entire Classes Of Students And Their Teachers In Inquiry-based, Standards-aligned Hands-on Sessions. Lessons Are Offered During School, After School And During School Breaks And Typically Run 45-50 Minutes In Length, Focusing On Biology, Microscopy, Ecology And Neuroscience. Students Seeking Additional Hands-on Science Experiences May Visit The Biobus Community Labs (state-of-the-art Learning Spaces) Located In Underserved Communities. | 2019 |
| Center For Innovations In Education | $50,000 | Costa Mesa, CA, US | Base 11's Newly Established Innovation Center, Installed At Tomorrow's Aeronautical Museum (tam) In Compton, California, Will Offer Programs For Local Students That Will Equip Them With The Skills For Both Academic And Career Success. The Base 11 Innovation Center Features An Mit-inspired Fab Lab, Equipped With Industry-quality 3d Printers, Laser Cutters, Milling Machines And Programming Stations That Enable Users To Design And Build A Wide Variety Of Objects. Programming In The Base 11 Innovation Center Will Train Students To Use The Technology And Give Them Hands-on, Experiential Learning Projects That Help Develop 21st Century Stem Skills. | 2019 |
| Chicago Architecture Center | $60,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Working To Foster The Next Generation Of Architects And Designers, Chicago Architect Foundation Offers A Series Of Educational Programs To Engage Underserved Young People In Steam- Specifically Urban Design And Architecture. Targeting Girls And Students From Populations Historically Underrepresented In Architecture, Construction, Engineering And Design (aced) Fields, The Suite Of Programs Include Drop-in Workshops, Online Learning, Local And National Competitions, Multi-week To Multi-year Programs And Internships. Local And Web-based Challenges And Design Competitions Give Students An Opportunity To Showcase Their Work Before Their Peers And Receive Guidance And Mentoring From Architecture And Design Professionals. | 2019 |
| Children First Fund The Chicago Public Schools Foundation | $73,762 | Chicago, IL, US | Summer Of Algebra Is An Opt-in, Research-based Algebra Enrichment Program Specifically Designed To Open Up Pathways Into High School Mathematics Courses For Low-income Rising 9th Grades. Targeted Students Lack Access To Such Coursework In Middle School And/or Could Benefit From Additional Support In Mathematics. Unlike The Lecture-style Format Often Used In Instruction, The Curriculum Is Modeled After Best Practice Methodologies Used In Singapore And Includes Hands-on Learning, Group Collaboration And Discussion, Real-life Examples And Applications -all In A Supportive Environment. Sessions Run Monday Through Friday For 4.5 Hours Per Day. Transportation, Supplies And Lunch Are Provided To Help Eliminate Barriers Known To Hinder Participation. | 2019 |
| College Mentors For Kids | $61,543 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Underserved First Through Sixth Grade Students (little Buddies) Are Paired One-on-one With College Student Mentors. The College Mentors (big Buddies) Take Ownership Of The Program By Creating, Organizing And Facilitating Weekly Lessons And Activities Focused On One Of Three Themes: 1) Higher Education And Careers; 2)culture And Diversity; And 3) Community Service. The Little Buddies' Weekly Campus Visits Give Them A Unique Opportunity Of Experiencing College First Hand, Helping Them To Develop A Joy For Learning And A College-going Mindset Early On. The Program Is Transforming The Lives Of Over 2,700 Children And 3,200 College Student Volunteers On 33 Campuses In 9 States. | 2019 |
| Elementary Institute Of Science | $30,000 | San Diego, CA, US | Future Innovators In Robotics Engineering (fire) Is A Suite Of Intensive Engineering And Computer Science Programs For Middle And High School Girls From Low-income Communities In Metro San Diego. In Eis Botball Team, Female Engineers Coach Middle School Girls To Design, Build And Program An Autonomous Robot To Compete In A Regional Tournament. During The 3-week Fire Summer Camp, Middle School Girls Learn To Code, Design And Build Autonomous Vehicles, Fly Drones And Visit Local Universities And Stem-related Businesses. Through Girls Take Flight, 10th And 11th Grade Girls Explore Various Uses For Drones While Learning Flight Maneuvers, Drone Regulations And Writing Code To Control A Drone To Fly Autonomously - Leading To The Culmination Of An Faa Drone Pilot Certification. | 2019 |
| Exceptional Minds | $50,000 | Sherman Oaks, CA, US | Exceptional Minds Is A Los Angeles-based Nonprofit Educational And Vocational Program That Trains Young People With Autism Spectrum Disorder (asd) In The Technical And Behavioral Skills Required For Employment In The Entertainment Industry Computer-based Fields Of Animation And Postproduction Visual Effects. This Groundbreaking Program Combines Asd Students' Computer Science Strengths And Artistic Interests With The Demand For Technological Skills In The Entertainment Industry. The Idea Is To Develop To The Fullest Degree, The Talents Of Digital Artists With Personalized Computer Sciences Instruction And An On-the-job Experience. | 2019 |
| Green City Force | $75,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Through Its Service Corps Program, Green City Force (gcf) Engages Young Residents Of Public Housing In Six Or Ten Months Of Structured, Full-time National Service Related To Energy Efficiency, Waste Management, Urban Agriculture And Sustainability. Corps Members Spend Four Days A Week In The Field In Service And One Day A Week In The Classroom Training. While In Service, They Respond To Needs In Public Housing Communities, Cultivating And Distributing Fresh Produce, Building Sustainable Green Infrastructure And Reaching Residents With Sustainability Programs. On Fridays, Corps Members Train For And Take The Gpro (green Building Professional) Certification Administered By The U.s. Green Building Council And Build In-demand Employment And Technical Skills For A Range Of Sustainable Career Pathways. | 2019 |
| Kid Smart | $51,750 | New Orleans, LA, US | Arts Integration Is Used To Empower 600 K-8 Students In New Orleans Public Schools And Unlock Their Full Academic, Creative And Personal Potential. Through Kid Smart's Creative Schools Program Professional Teaching Artists Collaborate With Classroom Teachers To Co-plan And Co-teach Lessons Combining An Art Form (i.e., Theater, Dance, Visual Arts, Poetry, Etc.) With An Academic Subject Such As Science, Math, English, History, Etc. Kid Smart Supplies The Materials Needed To Deliver Lessons Twice A Week Throughout The Academic School Year. In Addition, Teachers Receive Intensive And Interactive Professional Development To Increase Their Capacity To Deliver Arts Integrated Instruction That Meets Next Generation Academic Standards And Reinforces Their Work With The Residency Artists. | 2019 |
| Larchmont Charter School | $75,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Inspired By Climate Activism, Two Student-led Environmental Clubs (trash Bash And The Environmental Stewards) Are Leading The Charge To Reduce Campus Waste, Increase School-wide Awareness Of Proper Waste Management And Become A Zero Waste And Carbon-neutral School Site. Current Projects Include Completing The Conversion Of A Vacant Lot Into A Hands-on Garden And Science Lab, Upgrading An Environmental Makerspace To Repurpose Recycled Goods; Maintaining A Recycling Zone To Properly Sort, Weigh And Track Waste Then Compost It Into Nutrients For The Garden. Next, The High School Teens Have Aspirations On Developing An Indoor Sustainable Aquaponics System. | 2019 |
| National College Resources Foundation | $75,000 | Diamond Bar, CA, US | The National College Resources Foundation (ncrf) Carefully Designs Programs To Provide Two Key Resources Needed To Close The Gap In Academic Achievement, Workforce And Economic Disparities Among Underserved And Underrepresented Youth - Access And Opportunity. Annual Black College And Latino College Expos Serve As A Vital Link Between Minority Students And College Admissions With High School Students Receiving College Acceptance And Scholarships On The Spot. With A Focus On The Growing Aerospace Industry, The Students Think Steam Program Brings Hands-on Activities To Students In Grades K-12 Via A Steam Mobile Lab, Classroom Visits And An Annual Steam Expo. Topics Covered Include Rocketry, Aviation, Robotics, Coding, Animation, 3-d Printing And Game Design. | 2019 |
| National 4-h Council | $75,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Imagine Science Is A National Stem Learning Initiative That Harnesses And Unites The Distinct Expertise And Resources Of The: Boys & Girls Clubs Of America (bgca), Girls Inc., National 4-h Council (n4hc), And Ymca Of The Usa (y-usa). These Organizations Launched Their Imagine Science Collaboration In 2015 With The Vision That All Youth In The Communities They Serve Stand The Same Chance To Be Inspired By Informal Stem Learning And Will Go On To Become The Next Generation Of Scientific Thinkers And Problem Solvers. | 2019 |
| Reading Assist Institute | $50,000 | Wilmington, DE, US | Americorps Members Are Trained As Reading Corps Reading Interventionists. The Reading Corps Receive 60 Hours Of Training In A Multi-sensory, Phonics-based, Explicit Sequential And Systemic Supplemental Reading Curriculum, Followed By Coaching Throughout The Year To Ensure The Fidelity Of The Program. They Work Exclusively With Tier Iii Students In Grades 1-3 Providing Highly Skilled Instructional Resources To Schools So That Academically Challenged Students Develop The Skills Necessary For Fluent Reading, Writing And Spelling. Each Corps Member Is Assigned Six Students For The School Year Or However Long The Intervention Is Needed (up To Two Years In Some Cases). Students Receive Individualized Tutoring Daily For 45 Minutes During The School Day, Outside Of The Classroom Setting. | 2019 |
| Regents Of The University Of California - Uc Irvine | $75,000 | Irvine, CA, US | Math Ceo Engages Students In Math-enrichment Sessions And Builds College And Stem Career Pathways. The Program Provides Middle School Students From Santa Ana, Ca With Weekly, After-school Math Enrichment And Stem Career Presentations. These Sessions Are Held On The Uc Irvine College Campus And Are Facilitated By Volunteer Undergraduate Students. In Addition, The Program Offers An Annual Day-long Stem Fieldtrip On Campus For The Students, And Provides Parent Workshops Focused On College And Financial Aid Options. | 2019 |
| Rock The Street Wall Street | $50,000 | Nashville, TN, US | Addressing The Persistent Gender Gap In Financial Professions, Rtsws Introduces Girls, Grades 10-12 To The World Of Finance. For Five Weeks, Girls Gain Exposure To Various Careers In Finance While Tackling Lessons On Savings, Investments, Capital Markets, Budgets, Stocks, Bonds And College Financial Preparedness. Female Finance Professionals Serve As Mentors And Lead Sessions Using Curriculum Developed By The University Of Pennsylvania's Wharton School. "ripped From The Headlines" News Events Also Help Keep Lessons Current And Relevant. Girls Work In Small Teams To Complete Special Projects Such As Creating Detailed Budgets And Retirement Plans For A Fictitious Client, And Researching Then Presenting Potential Stock Investments Before Financial Executives. | 2019 |
| Science From Scientists | $50,000 | Burlingame, CA, US | Two Science-instructors Are Paired With Participating Schools To Model Stem Education Lessons Once A Week, Every Other Week Throughout The Entire School Year. Instructors Are Real Scientists Who, Through Engagement, Help Students See That Science Is "cool." Before Each Visit, The Instructor Coordinates With The Classroom Teachers To Select One Of 90+ Hands-on Lessons In Stem To Present For The Day. Lessons Cover Topics Such As Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Computer Technology, Engineering Design, Etc., And Include Links To Complimentary Resources To Help Increase Teachers' Stem Content Knowledge. In California, Sfs Is In 21 San Mateo County Schools Serving Approximately 3,675 Third Through Eighth Grade Students And 50 Classroom Teachers. | 2019 |
| Southern Research Institute | $25,000 | Birmingham, AL, US | Southern Research Institute's Drone Academy Program Offers Abalanced, Blended Experience Integrating Interactive Steminstruction, Career Exposure And Training, Student Mentoring, Andpublic Safety, In A Series Of Four Week-long Summer Programs For160 High-school Students. Drone Academy Integrates Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Environmental Science, Aviation And Mathematics To Help Students Design, Build, And Fly Their Own Drone. Engineering Principles Will Lay The Foundation Of This Program By Teaching Students How To Draw Their Drone Designs Using Cad Software And Printing Them With 3d Printers. | 2019 |
| The Science And Math Investigative Learning Experiences | $24,000 | Kingston, RI, US | Smile Provides Stem Pathways For Underserved Youth, Grades 4-12 Via Afterschool Stem Clubs. Students Meet Weekly For 1 - 2 Hours And Are Introduced To Concepts, Skills And Careers In Biotechnology, Engineering And Environmental Science. Weekly Activities And Special Projects Give Students Authentic Insights Into The Process And Excitement Of Science. Special Events/projects Include Grade-specific Challenges Where Students Connect With College Students And Professional Mentors To Solve A Real World Problem; District-wide Family Science Nights Where Students Become The Teachers And Share Their Work With Family And Friends; And A Culminating Stewardship Project (planned And Executed By The Students), Instilling A Sense Of Personal Responsibility And Benefiting Their School Community. | 2019 |
| Two-bit Circus Foundation | $50,000 | Gardena, CA, US | Teachers In The Lynwood Unified School District Receive Professional Development In Project-based Learning (pbl), Increasing Their Comfort Level In Teaching With Open-ended Materials. The Training Sessions Incorporate The Maker Movement And The Engineering Design Process Into An Integrated Approach To Curriculum Development. With Newfound Pbl Skills In Tow, Teachers Guide Students Through A Series Of Hands-on Experiences Using A Host Of Steam Concepts And Skills, While Creating Their Own Group Steam-based Projects. Students Then Take Center Stage At Inventor's Alley, Demonstrating Their Projects At A District-wide Steam Carnival. | 2019 |
| Urban Alliance | $75,000 | Washington, DC, US | Detroit Is One Of Five Urban Cities In The Nation Where Urban Alliance Is Providing Its Flagship High School Internship Program. Sixty Underserved High School Seniors Are Selected To Participate In This Intensive, Yearlong Experience Combining Paid, Professional Internships, Job Skills Training, One-on-one Mentoring And Ongoing Post-program Support. Participants Spend Six Weeks In Pre-employment Job Skills Training Before Being Placed In Paid Internships. Interns Work Monday Through Thursdays, 12 Hours Per Week During The School Year And 32 Hours Per Week During The Summer. Each Intern Is Assigned Two Dedicated Mentors Who Provide Support To Guide The Intern's Professional Development And Post-high School Planning. On Fridays, Interns Attend Workshops To Hone Valuable Job And Life Skills, Further Preparing Them For College, Careers And Beyond. | 2019 |
| Bridge Builders Foundation | $85,000 | Lakewood, CA, US | Ahf Proactively Sought Eight Nonprofit Organizations To Work Collaboratively To Establish A Stem/steam Cradle-to-college And Career Pipeline For Young Men Of Color In Los Angeles County. Partners Pull From Existing Partnerships, Best Practices And Other Resources To Not Only Meet The Educational Needs Of Young Men Of Color, But Also Their Economic And Social-emotional Needs; Nurturing The Whole Child, While Leading Them Down A Much Needed Stem/steam Pipeline. | 2019 |
| Brotherhood Crusade | $55,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Ahf Proactively Sought Eight Nonprofit Organizations To Work Collaboratively To Establish A Stem/steam Cradle-to-college And Career Pipeline For Young Men Of Color In Los Angeles County. Partners Pull From Existing Partnerships, Best Practices And Other Resources To Not Only Meet The Educational Needs Of Young Men Of Color, But Also Their Economic And Social-emotional Needs; Nurturing The Whole Child, While Leading Them Down A Much Needed Stem/steam Pipeline. | 2019 |
| California Academy Of Mathematics And Science | $55,000 | Carson, CA, US | Ahf Proactively Sought Eight Nonprofit Organizations To Work Collaboratively To Establish A Stem/steam Cradle-to-college And Career Pipeline For Young Men Of Color In Los Angeles County. Partners Pull From Existing Partnerships, Best Practices And Other Resources To Not Only Meet The Educational Needs Of Young Men Of Color, But Also Their Economic And Social-emotional Needs; Nurturing The Whole Child, While Leading Them Down A Much Needed Stem/steam Pipeline. | 2019 |
| Charles R Drew University Of Medicine Science | $55,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Ahf Proactively Sought Eight Nonprofit Organizations To Work Collaboratively To Establish A Stem/steam Cradle-to-college And Career Pipeline For Young Men Of Color In Los Angeles County. Partners Pull From Existing Partnerships, Best Practices And Other Resources To Not Only Meet The Educational Needs Of Young Men Of Color, But Also Their Economic And Social-emotional Needs; Nurturing The Whole Child, While Leading Them Down A Much Needed Stem/steam Pipeline. | 2019 |
| Children Youth And Family Collaborative | $85,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Ahf Proactively Sought Eight Nonprofit Organizations To Work Collaboratively To Establish A Stem/steam Cradle-to-college And Career Pipeline For Young Men Of Color In Los Angeles County. Partners Pull From Existing Partnerships, Best Practices And Other Resources To Not Only Meet The Educational Needs Of Young Men Of Color, But Also Their Economic And Social-emotional Needs; Nurturing The Whole Child, While Leading Them Down A Much Needed Stem/steam Pipeline. | 2019 |
| Long Beach Math Collaborative | $55,000 | Long Beach, CA, US | Ahf Proactively Sought Eight Nonprofit Organizations To Work Collaboratively To Establish A Stem/steam Cradle-to-college And Career Pipeline For Young Men Of Color In Los Angeles County. Partners Pull From Existing Partnerships, Best Practices And Other Resources To Not Only Meet The Educational Needs Of Young Men Of Color, But Also Their Economic And Social-emotional Needs; Nurturing The Whole Child, While Leading Them Down A Much Needed Stem/steam Pipeline. | 2019 |
| The Posse Foundation - Los Angeles | $55,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Ahf Proactively Sought Eight Nonprofit Organizations To Work Collaboratively To Establish A Stem/steam Cradle-to-college And Career Pipeline For Young Men Of Color In Los Angeles County. Partners Pull From Existing Partnerships, Best Practices And Other Resources To Not Only Meet The Educational Needs Of Young Men Of Color, But Also Their Economic And Social-emotional Needs; Nurturing The Whole Child, While Leading Them Down A Much Needed Stem/steam Pipeline. | 2019 |
| United Negro College Fund | $55,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Ahf Proactively Sought Eight Nonprofit Organizations To Work Collaboratively To Establish A Stem/steam Cradle-to-college And Career Pipeline For Young Men Of Color In Los Angeles County. Partners Pull From Existing Partnerships, Best Practices And Other Resources To Not Only Meet The Educational Needs Of Young Men Of Color, But Also Their Economic And Social-emotional Needs; Nurturing The Whole Child, While Leading Them Down A Much Needed Stem/steam Pipeline. | 2019 |
| Xaltasea | $74,400 | San Pedro, CA, US | In Partnership With The Boys & Girls Club And Junior Achievement, Altasea Engages Low-income Students Living Along The Los Angeles Harbor In Exemplary, Cutting-edge Ocean Science And Exploration. Adhering To Next Generation Science Standards, Altaseas Programs Take A Deep Dive Into The Future Of Sustainable Aquaculture And Demonstrate How Stem Skills Are Applied To An Industry. The Program Begins With An Overview Of The Science And Economics Of Sustainable Aquaculture And Subsequent Classes Explore Environmental Sustainability, Engineering, Genomics, Cryogenics, Water Quality And Food Security. | 2018 |
| American Indian Services (ais) | $75,000 | Cottonwood Heights, UT, US | Ais Prep Program Focuses On High-achieving 7th-9th Grade Students From Title I Schools With A High Percentage Of Native Americans That Have An Interest And Aptitude In The Fields Of Science, Technology, Engineering, And Mathematics (stem). The Program Runs For Six Weeks For Three Consecutive Summers And Includes Stem Classes, Field Trips, Demonstrations, Science Competitions, Special Workshops And Guest Speakers. Math Classes Encompass A Mathematical Logic And Reasoning Foundation With An Intentional Emphasis On Application And Problem Solving. Students Also Receive An Introduction To Engineering, Learning The Basics Of Energy, Simple Machines, Light And Optics, Thermal Science, Electrical Engineering And Mechanics | 2018 |
| Biobus Inc | $75,000 | New York, NY, US | Targeting Minority, Female And Low-income K-12 And College Students, Biobus Is A Mobile Research Lab That Brings Top-notch Science Education To Under-resourced And High-poverty Communities Across New York City. Parked In Front Of Schools, Entire Classes Of Kindergarten Through Twelfth Grade Students And Their Teachers Climb On Board The Mobile Lab, Equipped With Research-grade Microscopes And Phd Scientists Who Engage Them In Inquiry-based, Hands-on Sessions. Lessons Are Offered During School, After School And During School Breaks And Typically Run 45-50 Minutes In Length, Focusing On Biology, Microscopy, Ecology And Neuroscience. Students Seeking Additional Hands-on Science Experiences May Visit The Biobus Community Labs (state-of-the-art Learning Spaces) Located In Underserved Communities. | 2018 |
| Boston Plan For Excellence In Public Schools Foundation (bpe) | $50,000 | Roxbury, MA, US | Bpe Is An Education Organization Operating A Pre K-12 Pathway Of Neighborhood Based Teaching Academies-- Schools That Provide World-class Education For All Students While Training Outstanding New Teachers For Successful, Sustainable Careers As Urban Educators. The Dearborn Stem Academy, A New State-of-the-art Stem Facility Provide Students With Access To Hands-on Stem Learning Experiences That Promotes Collaboration And Real World Connections. Simultaneously The Academy Serves As A Training Site For Teacher Residents To Become Effective Math And Science Teachers In Boston Public Schools. | 2018 |
| Building Science Technology Education Partnerships Inc (steps) | $25,000 | Towson, MD, US | Aiming To Combat Access And Persistence Gaps, Expanding Our Steps Equips Baltimores Brightest Students With The Tools To Propel Through College And Career Success. Most Participants Are Low-income And First-generation College Students, Possessing A Minimum Grade Point Average (gpa) Of 3.0 With A Demonstrated Interest In Science And Technology. Beginning In The 11th Grade And Continuing Through College Completion, Students Participate In: Junior Seminar, Exploring Stem Careers Via Monthly Hands-on Activities, Guest Speakers And Site Visits; Summer Experience, A Stem-focused Five Week Paid Internship; And College Workshops, Receiving Guidance With College And Financial Aid Applications. | 2018 |
| Classroom Central Inc | $30,000 | Charlotte, NC, US | Classroom Central Enables Teachers To Shop, Free Of Charge For School Supplies Via Its Free Store Twice A Month Throughout The School Year. Eligible Teachers Receive Basic Stem Supplies And Materials Necessary To Enhance Their Students Ability To Excel In Math And Science-related Disciplines. These Supplies Include Compasses, Protractors, Science Books And Magazines, Graphing Paper And Science Calculators As Well As Hands-on Lesson Plans And Experiments. Teachers Who Have Difficulty Accessing The Free Store Due To Distance, Can Now Shop Via Classroom Centrals Mobile Store, Classvroom Central, Which Delivers The Supplies Directly To The High-needs Schools In The Six Districts It Serves. | 2018 |
| Consortium For Ocean Leadership | $48,908 | Washington, DC, US | Attracting Students From 325 High Schools In 34 States Plus The District Of Columbia, The National Ocean Sciences Bowl (nosb) Is A National High School Academic Competition And Flagship Education Program Of The Consortium For Ocean Leadership. The Program Engages The Ocean Science And Technology Community In Pre-college Education And Supports Skill-building Inand Excitement Aboutscience And The Ocean As Students Learn Principals Of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geology, Technology, Conservation, And Policy. Other Program-related Activities Include Experiential Field Trips For Students, Professional Development For Teachers And Regular Engagement (mentoring) With Scientists. | 2018 |
| Education Outside | $75,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Using Green Schoolyards As Outdoor Classrooms, Education Outsides Corps Members Help Approximately 17,500 Students, Grades K-5 Connect With Nature. Each Of The 47 Participating Schools Is Assigned One Corps Member Who Works Closely With Teachers To Align Garden Lessons With The Next Generation Science Standards. Corps Members Deliver Weekly Lessons Focused On Earth And Life Sciences - Making Learning Relevant As Students Get Their Hands Dirty While Learning Key Environmental Concepts And The Importance Of Growing And Eating Healthy Food. | 2018 |
| Galveston Bay Foundation | $50,655 | Houston, TX, US | Addressing Galveston Bays Coastal Wetland Loss, Students And Teachers From Ten Schools Commit One Year To Setting Up And Monitoring Marsh Grass, Nursery Ponds On Their School Campus. Activities And Lessons Learned Throughout The Year Are Aligned With Biology And Environmental Studies Standards While Reinforcing Chemistry And Math Concepts. Bi-weekly, Students Monitor The Growth Of The Grasses, Recording Any Plant Diseases, Testing Water Quality (especially Salinity And Ph) Of The Pool Water, And Making Necessary Adjustments To The Environment As Needed. The Project Culminates With The Students Transplanting The Grasses From Their Pots To The Intertidal Regions Of The Galveston Bay Restoration Site(s). | 2018 |
| Genesys Works-bay Area | $50,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Underserved High School Students Are Empowered To Achieve College And Career Success Through Skills Training And Meaningful Work Experiences. During The Summer Before Their Senior Year, Students Receive 8 Weeks Of Technical Skills Training In Information Technology And Business Operations, In Preparation For A Paid, Yearlong Internship At Partner Corporations. High School Seniors Work 20 Hours Per Week, Further Developing And Refining High-demand Work Skills; And Receive Guidance In College Selection, Financial Aid Assistance And Support Services That Continue Throughout Their College Years. | 2018 |
| Long Island Childrens Museum (licm) | $50,000 | Garden City, NY, US | Through A Unique School-museum Teaching Model, Long Island Childrens Museum Makes Educational Resources Available To Students, Teachers And Families. Science Learning Is Expanded Beyond The Classroom Walls, As Every First And Second Grade Teacher In The Westbury District Is Trained To Use The Museums Exhibitions To Teach Science Concepts And Engage Students In The Process Of Scientific Inquiry While Building Key English Language Arts Skills. Additionally, Licm Provides Museum Community Nights, School Family Nights And Summer Stem Kits To Promote Further Family Engagement In The Sciences. | 2018 |
| Minnesota Computers For Schools (mcfs) | $30,000 | Bayport, MN, US | Minnesota Computers For Schools (mcfs) Works To Close The Digital Divide By Providing Access To Technology Resources, Stem Programming And Technology Training. In Addition To Refurbishing Computers Then Donating Them To Schools And Education Nonprofits, Mcfs Puts Youth On The Path To Lucrative Careers In It Through Its Workforce Development And Digital Literacy Programs. Core It Trains Youth In Transferable Technology Skills And Certification Leading To Internships, Employment And Further Education. The Tech For Teens Courses Help Stimulate Youths Interest In Stem And Lay The Groundwork Needed For Secondary Education And Employment In A Computer Science And/or Mathematics-related Field. | 2018 |
| Nc State University | $71,627 | Raleigh, NC, US | Juntos (spanish Word For Together) Empowers Latino 6th-12th Grade Students And Their Families To Work Together To Gain The Knowledge, Skills And Resources Needed To Succeed In School. The Program Engages Them For A 3-5 Year Period, Fostering A College-going Mindset. Programming Is Offered Annually Throughout The Academic School Year And During The Summer And Consists Of Four Components: 1) Monthly Family Engagement Workshops For Parents; 2) 4-h Clubs Focused On Academics, Life-skills, Tutoring And Community Service; 3) One-on-one Success Coaching; And 4) A One-week Residential Summer Academy On The Nc State Campus, Giving Students A Taste Of College Life. | 2018 |
| Neighborhood House Of Milwaukee Inc | $75,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Urban, Low-income Children, Youth And Young Adults Are Introduced To Environmental Science, Conservation And Natural Resources Careers. Students Ages 6-18 Spend Time Exploring Ecosystems, Studying Human Impacts On Natural Spaces By Participating In Conservation Efforts Such As Wildlife, Bird, And Invertebrate Counts, Invasive Plant Species Removal, And Forest And Land Management Projects. Then High School, College Students And Recent Graduates Are Placed In Paid Internships Where They Are Trained To Lead Younger Lead & Learn Participants In Environmental Education Sessions. Interns Also Receive Training On Team Building, Trauma-informed Care, College And Career Planning, Financial Literacy, 21st Century Job Skills, And Social Responsibility. | 2018 |
| Rancho Cielo Youth Campus | $25,000 | Salinas, CA, US | As A Center Of Learning, Economic Opportunity And Civic Re-engagement, Rancho Cielo Strives To Build Skills And Transform The Lives Of Underserved And Disconnected Youth, Ages 16-24. Through Wraparound Support Services Including Transitional Housing, Rancho Cielos Programs Are Specifically Designed To Provide Education Toward A High School Diploma, Vocational Training, Independent Living And Job Skills In Preparation For Job Placement Or Transition Into College. This Suite Of On-site Work-based Learning Programs Include: 1) Drummond Culinary Academy; 2) Rancho Cielo Construction Academy And 3) Youth Corps. | 2018 |
| Reading Assist Institute | $50,000 | Wilmington, DE, US | Americorps Members Are Trained As Reading Corps Reading Interventionists. The Reading Corps Receive 50 Hours Of Training In A Multi-sensory, Phonics-based, Explicit Sequential And Systemic Supplemental Reading Curriculum, Followed By Coaching Throughout The Year To Ensure The Fidelity Of The Program. They Work Exclusively With Tier Iii Students In Grades 1-3 Providing Highly Skilled Instructional Resources To Schools So That Academically Challenged Students Develop The Skills Necessary For Fluent Reading, Writing And Spelling. Each Corps Member Is Assigned Six Students For The School Year Or However Long The Intervention Is Needed (up To Two Years In Some Cases), Providing Individualized Tutoring Daily For 45 Minutes During The School Day, Outside Of The Classroom Setting. | 2018 |
| Rock The Street Wall Street (rtsws) | $50,000 | Nashville, TN, US | Working To Address The Persistent Gender Gap In Financial Professions, Rtsws Introduces Girls, Grades 10-12 To The World Of Finance. For Five Weeks, Girls Gain Exposure To Various Careers In Finance As They Navigate Through Lessons On Savings, Investments, Capital Markets, Budgets, Stocks, Bonds And College Financial Preparedness. Volunteer Female Finance Professionals Serve As Mentors And Lead Sessions Using Curriculum Developed By The University Of Pennsylvanias Wharton School, In Conjunction With Ripped From The Headlines News Events. The Girls Form Small Teams To Complete Special Projects Such As Creating Detailed Budgets And Retirement Plans For A Fictitious Client, And Researching And Presenting Potential Stock Investments Before Financial Executives | 2018 |
| Rocking The Boat Inc | $75,000 | Bronx, NY, US | Over 200 Low-income High School Students Per Year Develop The Self-confidence, Academic And Life Skills Necessary To Finish High School And Build A Brighter Future For Themselves. Students Enter The Program In 9th Or 10th Grade, Self-selecting One Of Three Non-traditional Tracks To Follow. In Boatbuilding, Students Study Plans To Create And Assemble Wooden Boats - From Stem To Stern. Students In The Sailing Track Put Theory And Navigation Techniques Into Practice, Working Towards Becoming Certified U.s. Sailing Level 1 Instructors. While In The Environmental Track Students Collect Water Quality Data And Perform Restoration Work To Help Bring The Bronx River To Healthy Levels. Students Also Receive Social And Emotional Support Throughout High School And On Into College. | 2018 |
| Science From Scientists | $40,000 | Bedford, MA, US | Science From Scientists Pairs Two Science-instructors With Participating Schools To Model Stem Education Lessons Once A Week, Every Other Week Throughout The Entire School Year. Instructors Are Real Scientists In The Field And Coordinate With The Classroom Teachers To Select One Of 85 Hands-on Lessons In Stem To Present For The Day. Lessons Cover Topics Such As Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Computer Technology, Engineering Design, Etc., And Include Links To Complimentary Resources To Help Increase Teachers Stem Content Knowledge. Parents May Also Use The Web Page To Access Simple Science Experiments To Continue Stem Engagement In The Home. | 2018 |
| Student U | $50,000 | Durham, NC, US | Student U Walks With Students And Families On An 11-year Journey, From Sixth Grade Through College, Providing Holistic Support Including Comprehensive Academic Enrichment, Leadership Development And Age-appropriate Interventions. In High School, Students Are Assigned A High School Advocate, Who Conducts Weekly Check-in Meetings, Providing Academic Advice And Support As Needed. During The Summer, 9th And 10th Grade Students Attend Classes Focused On Science, Math, Humanities And College Prep Electives While 11th And 12th Graders Are Placed In Internships With Local Businesses. Supplemental Services Include Stem-related Field Trips, College Tours, Sat/act Test Preparation, Financial Literacy Workshops, And Community Service Projects. | 2018 |
| Trips For Kids | $75,000 | Portland, OR, US | Using Bicycles As A Platform For Engaging Underserved Youth, Trips For Kids (tfk) Exposes Youth To The Outdoors Through Trail Rides And Teach Job Skills Using Hands-on Lessons In Bike Maintenance And Safety. Tfk Has Over 75 Chapters Nationwide, Annually Serving Over 20,000 Youth Through Two Of Its Signature Programs. In Their Earn-a-bike Workshops, Kids Complete A Series Of Lessons In Bike Maintenance And Repair, While Building Credits Towards Their Own Bike And Ongoing Maintenance, Parts And Supplies. With Their Youth@work Program, Tfk Chapters Hire Participants As Paid Or Unpaid Interns, Giving Youth An Opportunity To Learn While They Earn. | 2018 |
| Xavier University | $75,000 | New Orleands, LA, US | Middle And High School Students From Across The Nation Receive A Jumpstart On College Life Through Xaviers Pre-college Summer Academic Enrichment And Social Development Programs. Ranging From Science To Math To Speech And Debate, Students Have The Unique Opportunity To Explore An Area Of Interest On A Deeper Level Through In-class Discussions, Laboratory Experiences And Cultural Explorations. To Encourage And Support Secondary School Students Participation, Xavier Offers Financial Assistance, Tutoring Services, Mentoring And Research Opportunities. Program Offerings Include: 1) Summer Science Academy Star Programs; 2) Soar (stress On Analytical Reasoning); 3)superscholar Excel And 4) Two Summer Bridge Programs Specifically Designed For Incoming Xavier Freshmen In Pursuit Of A Stem Or Pharmacy Major. | 2018 |
| Boy Scouts Of America National Foundation | $75,000 | Irving, TX, US | Breaking The Tradition Of Offering Scouting Experiences For Boys, Stem Scouts Is Coed And Engages Students In A Variety Of Industry Sectors From Aviation/aerospace To Medical/biotech To Chemical And Material Science. Sessions Are Held Weekly, Afterschool And Are Delivered Through Six-week Learning Modules That Include An Innovation Design Challenge, Where Students Rotate Through Each Of The Four Roles: Principal Investigator (pi), Co-pi, Project Manager And Technician To Solve A Problem. In The Process, Participants Develop And Learn Problem Solving, Program Management And Entrepreneurship Skills Receiving Electronic Badges For Successfully Completing The Modules. | 2017 |
| Chicago Architecture Foundation | $45,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Teen Academy's Educational Programming Is Designed To Engage Underserved Young People In Steam- Specifically Urban Design And Architecture. Programs Include Saturday Studios, After School Matters, Newhouse & Design Competition And Teen Fellows, Where Students Learn About Architecture, Construction, Engineering And Design In Ways That Help Them To Understand How They Can Pursue Such A Career And How That Career Can Create A Better World. Local And Web-based Challenges And Design Problems Give Students An Opportunity To Showcase Their Work Before Their Peers And Engage With Architecture And Design Professionals. | 2017 |
| City Parks Foundation | $75,000 | New York, NY, US | Through A Diverse Array Of Environmental And Science Education Programs, Including Its Four Core Programs: Learning Gardens, Seeds To Trees, Green Girls, And Coastal Classroom, City Parks Foundation Uses The Natural Landscape And Outdoor Parks In New York City To Teach Youth About Environmental Science And Stewardship Of The Resources In Their Own Backyard. These Programs Reach Approximately 2,300 Elementary Through Early College Age Students In New York City Annually. | 2017 |
| City Year San Josesilicon Valley | $75,000 | San Jose, CA, US | City Year Selects And Trains Young Adults (americorps Members) To Serve As Tutors, Mentors And Role Models, Providing Individualized Support To At-risk Students While Establishing An Overall Positive Learning Environment In The Schools That Need The Most. During The School Day, They Aid Teachers By Providing Evidence-based Academic, Attendance And Social-emotional Supports. After School, They Provide Homework Help And Lead Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts And Mathematics (steam)-infused Activities, Enhancing Content Knowledge And Fostering Students' Abilities To Think Critically And Creatively. | 2017 |
| College Mentors For Kids | $56,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Underserved First Through Sixth Grade Students Are Paired One-on-one With College Student Mentors. The College Mentors Take Ownership Of The Program By Creating And Organizing The Weekly Lessons And Activities Focused On One Of Three Themes: 1) Higher Education And Careers; 2) Culture And Diversity; And 3) Community Service. Little Buddies (the Students) Visit Their Local College Campus Weekly, Helping Them Develop A College-going Mindset Early On. The Program Is Offered At 33 Chapters In Nine States, Serving Over 2,500 Children. | 2017 |
| Excel Institute | $50,000 | Washington, DC, US | In The Automotive Tech Ii Course, Opportunity Youth, Ages 16-25 Attend Classes In Automotive Electrical/electronics, Inside The Institutes Automotive Shop, Equipped With State-of-the-art Diagnostic Tools Found In A Typical Auto Repair Shop Environment. Students Receive Intensive Hands-on Instruction On The Disassembly, Trouble Shooting And Reassembly Of All The Vehicle Electrical/electronic Systems, Including Engine, Brake And Suspension Electronics As Well As Electronic Sensors Throughout The Vehicle. After Successfully Completing The Course And Passing Their First Ase Certification, Students Become Interns In Entry-level Automotive Service Tech Positions, Working Full-time During The Day While Continuing To Study For The Other Three Ase Certifications At Night. | 2017 |
| Figure Skating In Harlem Inc | $75,000 | New York, NY, US | The Power Of Education Is Combined With The Artistic Discipline Of Figure Skating To Transform The Lives Of Underserved Girls Ages 6-18; Helping Them Achieve Academic Success, Physical Health And Emotional Well-being. Through Off-ice Education, Character Development Classes, On-ice Skating Instruction And Performance, The Programs Curriculum Integrates Biology, Physics, Math And Engineering And How It Applies To Figure Skating. Approximately 275 Girls In New York City And Another 150 Girls In Detroit Attend After School Sessions Throughout The School Year And Continue Through The Summer Program. | 2017 |
| Girl Scout Council Of Greater New York Inc | $60,000 | New York, NY, US | Creativity And Coding Go Hand-in-hand For Approximately 150 Middle School Girls From Ten High-need Schools And/or Nyc Housing Authority Community Centers. Through Breaking The Code, Girls Spend Two Hours Per Week For 20 Weeks, Afterschool Developing Leadership Skills, Advocacy And Storytelling Skills Through Filmmaking. Girls Write, Direct And Act In A Film Focusing On An Issue That Matters To Them And Then Use Code To Enhance It (adding Style Filters, Text, Graphics, Etc.), Gaining An Increased Confidence In Science And Math. Field Trips To Workplaces And Meeting Women Of Color Working In Stem, Who Also Serve As Mentors, Helps Supplement Their Learning And Inspires Them To Consider Careers In Stem. | 2017 |
| Hampton City Schools | $75,000 | Hampton, VA, US | The Farm To Table Concept Comes Full Circle For The Students In Phoebus High School's Culinary Arts Science Academy With The Addition Of A Hydroponic Greenhouse. In Addition To Preparing Delectable Dishes, Students Learn About Sustainable Agricultural Practices As They Grow Their Own Fruits, Vegetables And Herbs Year-round Through The Hydroponic Greenhouse. Students Also Learn Valuable Lessons About Science, Math, The Environment And Even Business. The Community Benefits As Produce Grown By The Students Is Donated To Families In Need. | 2017 |
| Juma Ventures | $65,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Low-income And Foster Youth Ages 16-24 In Sacramento, Seattle And Atlanta Are Provided Unique, Complementary Programming To Help Them Succeed In High School, College And Beyond. Students Begin The Program During Their Sophomore Year Of High School, Receiving Year-round Employment Consisting Of Training And Hands-on Skills Building In Customer Service, Work Readiness And Personal Responsibility. College-bound Students Receive Additional Services Such As Sat Prep; Assistance With College And Financial Aid Applications; And A College Savings Account That Is Matched, Two-to-one (for Every Dollar The Students Save) To Help Cover Unexpected College Expenses. Foster Youth Receive Assistance With Completing Their Ged And/or Enrolling In Further Education, Housing, Transportation And Mental Health Counseling. | 2017 |
| Long Island Childrens Museum | $30,000 | Garden City, NY, US | Science Learning Is Expanded Beyond The Classroom Walls, As Every First And Second Grade Teacher In The Westbury District Is Trained To Use The Long Island Childrens Museums (licm) Exhibitions To Teach Science Concepts And Engage Students In The Process Of Scientific Inquiry. Students Develop Problem-solving And Critical Thinking Skills Through Multiple Half-day Programs, Receiving Sustained And Repeated Access To Interactive, Creative Learning Experiences. Licm Also Provides Museum Community Nights, School Family Nights And Summer Stem Kits To Serve As Supplemental Activities To Encourage Family Engagement Around The Sciences. | 2017 |
| Mar Vista Family Center | $25,000 | Culver City, CA, US | Serving Economically Disadvantaged, At-risk Youth Ages 13-18 (grades 8-12), The Stem Certificate Program Runs For 10 Months After School, Covering Four Courses: Science, Technology, Engineering And Math (stem). Each Course Meets Once A Week For 5 Weeks And Begins With An Introductory Segment That Bridges The Class Subject With Instructional Activities. At The End Of Each Course, Students Complete A Project To Help Gauge Knowledge Grasped. After Finishing All Four Courses, Students Are Required To Complete A Capstone Project Of Their Choice And Present It Before Guests Attending Family Night, Earning A Stem Certificate. With This Certificate, Students Take On A Larger Role Of Instructing And Leading Younger Students In Stem Experiments. | 2017 |
| Morehouse College | $50,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Morehouse Is The First Historically Black College/university (hbcu) And Institution Outside Of California To Become A Host Site For Lpfis Flagship Program, The Summer Math And Science Honors Academy (smash). High Potential Minority Males From Low-income Communities Are Immersed In Science, Mathematics And Technology For Three Consecutive Summers: Beginning The Summer After Their Ninth-grade Year. Participants Spend Five Weeks On The Morehouse Campus, Receiving In-depth Study In Topics Ranging From Molecular Biology To Calculus. Scholars Also Attend Saturday Sessions Throughout The Academic School Year Focusing On Computer Science; Sat Test Preparation; Individual College Application Advising; Scientific Exploration Exercises; And Tutoring Services. | 2017 |
| Project Syncere | $47,043 | Chicago, IL, US | E-cademy Includes A Saturday Enrichment Program That Takes Place During The Academic School Year And An Experiential Engineering Camp, Held During The Summer Months. The Saturday Enrichment Program Runs For 32 Weeks With Middle School Students Meeting For 4.5 Hours While High School Students Meet For 6 Hours. Through The Utilization Of The Project Lead The Way Curriculum, High School Students Who Receive High Achievement On The Built-in Assessment Tests Are Eligible For College Credit At Many Universities Around The Nation. During The Summer, High School Students Attend A Six-week Experiential Engineering Camp 5 Days Per Week For Six Hours Per Day. Students Tackle Open-ended Challenges And Work Collaboratively To Develop Solutions To A Given Problem. | 2017 |
| Reading Assist Institute | $50,000 | Wilmington, DE, US | Americorps Members Are Trained As Reading Corps Reading Interventionists. The Reading Corps Receive 50 Hours Of Training In A Multi-sensory, Phonics-based, Explicit Sequential And Systemic Supplemental Reading Curriculum, Followed By Coaching Throughout The Year. They Work Exclusively With Tier Iii Students In Grades 1-3 Providing Highly Skilled Instructional Resources To Schools So That Academically Challenged Students Develop The Skills Necessary For Fluent Reading, Writing And Spelling. Each Reading Corps Member Is Assigned Six Students For The School Year Or However Long The Intervention Is Needed (up To Two Years In Some Cases). Students Receive Individualized Tutoring During The School Day, Outside Of The Classroom Setting, For 45-minute Sessions Daily. | 2017 |
| Rock The Street Wall Street | $50,000 | Nashville, TN, US | Addressing Persistent Gender Gaps In Financial Professions, Girls In Grades 10-12 Spend Five Weeks Learning About Various Careers In Finance While Working Through Lessons In Savings, Investments, Capital Markets, Budgets, Stocks, Bonds And College Financial Preparedness. Female Finance Professionals Serve As Mentors, Leading Sessions Using Curriculum Developed By The University Of Pennsylvanias Wharton School. Ripped From The Headlines News Events Are Also Used To Help Girls Make Real-world Connections As They Work In Small Groups To Create Detailed Budgets, Retirement Plans For Fictitious Clients, And Research And Present Potential Stock Investments Before Financial Executives. Rtsws Culminates In A Field Trip To A Financial Service Firm, Bank, Or Treasury Department. | 2017 |
| Teenforce | $45,000 | San Jose, CA, US | Foster Youth Receive The Skills, Habits And Work Experience To Ensure Work-readiness Upon Exiting The Foster Care System. Held On Saturdays, The Training Sessions Focus On Three Tracks: Robotics, Using The Nationally Recognized Project Lead The Way Platform; Design Thinking, Highlighting Engineering Concepts; And Coding And Web Design, Where Students Are Tasked To Build Actual Web Sites For Small Local Businesses. Another 20 Hours Is Spent Concentrating On Interview Skills, Resume Writing, Labor Law Training, Sexual Harassment Training And Workplace Etiquette, Among Other Things. After Completing Both Components, Students Receive Certificates And Become Eligible For Placement Into Paid Internships In High-tech Companies. | 2017 |
| Two Bit Circus Foundation | $75,000 | Gardena, CA, US | Seventh And Eighth Graders In Dallas/ft. Worth, Texas, Compton And Hawthorne, Calif., Are Provided Accessible Learning In The Arts Coupled With Solid Foundational Instruction In Stem Curricular Areas. The Intro Stem+ Art Through Project-based Learning Curricula Uses Fun, Diy Kits Containing Reusable, Scalable And Affordable Materials And Related Curriculum, Enabling Students To Create Individual Projects That Demonstrate Artistic Executions While Incorporating Electronic Circuitry. With The Electronic Fashion Kits, Students Design And Build Electronic Circuits - Producing Wearable Electronic Fashion Accessories. With The Electronic Music Kit, Students Assemble A Musical Synthesizing Robot That Can Be Expanded To Manifest Into A Musical Robot, A Piano And/or A Vocoder (a System That Reproduces Human Speech). Programming Culminates In A Mini Steam Carnival. | 2017 |
| Urban Teens Exploring Technology (txt) | $75,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | At-risk African-american And Latino High School Boys, Grades 9-11 Participate In An Intensive 12-week Computer Science And Entrepreneurship Program That Teaches Technological Skills Like Coding And App Design As Well As The Soft Skills Necessary To Succeed In The Workplace. Offered Free Of Charge, Scla Is Held During The Summer On The University Of Southern California's Campus. Students Receive 350 Hours Of Instruction, Are Mentored By Professionals In The Information Technology Field And Participate In Other Urban Txt Programs Throughout The Year, Including Programming Workshops, Code Battles And Hustle N Code Hackathons. Scla Concludes With College Tours And Workplace Place Visits To Leading Tech Companies In Silicon Valley, Allowing Students To See Firsthand How The Skills They Learned Translate Into The Real World. | 2017 |
| Year Up Chicago | $75,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Opportunity Youth Ages 18-24 Receive 12 Months Of Rigorous Training Which Includes Hands-on Skill Development, Professional Internships And College Credits. The First Six Months Of The Program Is Dedicated To Academic Training In The Technical Skills Associated With The Information Technology Industry, Financial Operations, Business Communications And Professional Skills Necessary To Succeed In The Corporate Workplace. During This Phase, Students Are Simultaneously Enrolled At Harold Washington College And Earn18 Stackable Credits For Their Year Up Coursework That Can Be Used Towards The Completion Of An Associate Of Arts Degree. Students Spend The Next Six Months In An Internship With A Corporate Partner, Typically Filling Desktop Support, Helpdesk Support Roles, Inbound Sales Or Entry-level Financial Analyst Positions, With Many Securing Permanent Employment At The End Of Their Assignment. | 2017 |
| Zoo New England | $35,000 | Boston, MA, US | Youth Ages 15-18 Train To Become Interpreters, Informing Zoo Visitors About Animal Biology, Environmental Sciences And Climate Change During An Educational Six-week, Paid Internship. Throughout The Summer, Students Learn Through Teaching And Gain A Strong Understanding Of Stem Concepts By Attending Content Trainings And Practice Sessions, Shadowing Veteran Educators. Students Are Then Placed In Paid Internships (typically During The Summer), Working 25 Hours Per Week In Animal Care, Education Horticulture, Zoo Camp, Guest Services And Administrative Areas. They Are Also Attend Five Hours Per Week Of Professional Development Seminars, Covering Topics Like Conservation, Financial Literacy, Job Readiness, And College Readiness. | 2017 |
| Cal Poly Corporation | $63,183 | San Luis Obispo, CA, US | Middle And High School Students Channel A Need For 'speed' To Create Potentially The Fastest Model Solar Car. Placed In Teams Of Six, Students Work Throughout The Academic School Year With The Help Of Their Mentors To Construct Model Solar Cars To Potentially Set A Guinness World Record For The Fastest Model Solar Car. Members Of The Most Successful Teams Are Invited For A Week-long Internship With Cal Poly's Prove Lab Where They Experience College Life And Work On A Short Project That Contributes To The Full-scale Record Vehicle. | 2016 |
| California Luthern University | $29,242 | Thousand Oaks, CA, US | High-quality Academic Instruction Is Turned Up A Notch Through The Addition Of A Makerspace Lab, Allowing High School Students Opportunities To Tinker, Tryout Solutions, Create Prototypes And Much More. The State-of-the-art Lab Is Equipped With 3-d Printers, Laser Cutters, Soldering Machines And Other Technologies Used To Create Individually Or Together In Small Groups - Working Collaboratively With Undergraduate And Graduate Students Who Serve As "maker" Mentors. Sessions Take Place For Five Weeks During The Summer And Monthly During Saturday Sessions Held Throughout The Academic School Year, And Supplemented With Guest Speaker Series And Stem-related Field Trips. | 2016 |
| Camp Fire Central Texas | $40,000 | Austin, TX, US | Helping To Combat The Harmful Effects Of Summer Learning Loss, The Camp Fire Summer Stem Camp Engages 500 Children And Youth In Experiential, Hands-on Inquiry-based Stem And Environmental Science Learning Experiences. Personalized Learning Helps Address Each Students' Individual Needs With Teachable Moments Interwoven Throughout All Program Activities. Students Are Introduced To Five Themes Per Week: 1) Everyday Engineering; 2) Astronomy & Beyond; 3) Archaeology In Austin; 4) Technology In Nature; And 5) Urban Zoology. Off-site Learning Excursions Help Complement The Curriculum And Introduce Students To Various Stem Careers. | 2016 |
| College Of Charleston | $74,735 | Charleston, SC, US | Certified And Pre-service Teachers (student Teachers) Boost Their Comfort Level In Teaching Stem By Developing Lesson Plans Using Engineering Is Elementary (eie), An Innovative Project-based Engineering Curriculum Created By The Museum Of Science In Boston. Eie Consists Of 20 Different Curricular Units, Each Focusing On A Different Field Of Engineering. Lesson Plans Draw From Charleston's Unique Farmland And Coastal Habitats And Include Field Trips And Visits From Local Experts Who Also Serve As Mentors. Teachers Deliver The Lessons To Children Attending The Free, Four-week Stem Summer Camp And Receive Hands-on Materials, Teacher Guides, Refillable Kits And Storybooks To Take Back To Their Classrooms. | 2016 |
| Grid Alternatives | $30,000 | Riverside, CA, US | Disadvantaged Youth, Ages 16-24 Gain Real-world Job Skills Through Experiential And Work-based Learning Opportunities, Exposing Them To Solar Career Options. The Program's Curriculum Combines Classroom Sessions And Hands-on Applications Through Projects, Making Learning Exciting And Challenging. Over The Course Of Six Weeks, Participants Build Upon Their Stem Knowledge - Learning And Applying Lessons On Energy Efficiency And Renewable Energy - Leading To The Installation Of A Solar Electric System For Local Low-income Families. | 2016 |
| Hillsides | $25,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | High School Youth Aging Out Of Foster Care Receive Workforce Development Training To Transition Into Self-sufficient Adults. Youth Moving On Begins With The World Of Work (wow), A 16-24 Week Course Teaching Essential Hard And Soft Skills Needed To Thrive In Today's Workforce. After Earning A Certificate Of Completion, Students Become Eligible For A 4-6 Month Paid Internship Or Job Placement With A Partner Corporation Representing, Retail, Construction, Education Industries And More. Students Also Receive Housing Assistance, Independent Living Skills, Mental Health And Other Support Services. | 2016 |
| Nj Leep | $75,000 | Newark, NJ, US | Comprehensive And Intensive Law-related Academic Programming Is Used To Increase College Access And Success For Underserved High School Students. Over The Course Of Four Years, Students Participate In Courses Centered On Law And Include Saturday Grammar And Writing, Life Skills, Act Preparation, Study Skills For College Success And Study Halls For Tutoring. During Their Sophomore, Junior And Senior Years, Students Participate In A Constitutional Law Class And Four Constitutional Law Debate Competitions (mock Court Where Students Are Required To Analyze And Argue Both Sides Of A Hypothetical Legal Issue) To Enhance Their Reasoning, Articulation And Advocacy Skills. | 2016 |
| Red Hook Initiative | $75,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Urban Young Adults, Ages 18-24 Are Empowered To Bridge The Digital Divide Gap For Themselves And Their Community Through A Year-long, Paid Fellowship. Students Spend Six Months Training In Software/hardware Technology And Media Production, While Building 21st Century Soft Skills Needed In The Workplace. Skills Are Put Into Action As Students Are Commissioned To Troubleshoot Computer Issues, Design Websites Or Produce Promotional Videos For Local Businesses, In Addition To Installing, Maintaining And Promoting Red Hook's Free, Wifi Network. The Fellowship Culminates With A Three-month Internship At A Local Business. | 2016 |
| University Of The Pacific | $20,000 | Stockton, CA, US | Developed By Former Nasa Astronaut, Jose Hernandez, Reach For The Stars Academy Provides 6th-11th Graders With In-depth Stem Programming Free Of Charge. The Academy Is Offered For Five Weeks During The Summer, Spans Six Years And Keeps The Following Sequential Set Of Learning Experiences: Logic And Its Application To Mathematics And Introduction To Engineering (year 1); Algebraic Structures And Introduction To Physics (year 2); Introduction To Technical Writing And Introduction To Probability And Statistics (year 3); Introduction To Water Science And Introduction To Computer Science (year 4): Principles Of Flight And Aeronautics (year 5); And Stem Mentorship/job Shadowing (year 6). | 2016 |
| America On Track | $75,000 | Santa Ana, CA, US | Brighter Futures For Children Of Prisoners Provides Strategic Intervention To Help Children Stay On The Right Track. Students Ages 7-17 Are Matched With A College Student Or Professional Who Serves As A Mentor, Providing 12 Hours Of Mentoring A Month For A Minimum Of One Year. Participants Also Receive Year-round Comprehensive Activities And Support Including Stem-based Bi-monthly Workshops, A 2-3 Day Residential Summer Camp Held On A Local University Campus And Wrap-around Services/resources For Their Families. | 2016 |
| Citizen Schools | $75,000 | New York, NY, US | The Afternoon Is Transformed Into Extended Learning Time, Dedicated To Improving Achievement In Some Of New York City's Most Underserved Middle Schools. Americorps Members Assist Students With Their Homework, Provide Enrichment Activities Focused On Math Or Literacy And Guide Students Through College And Career Explorations That Help Develop Key 21st Century Skills. Stem Professionals From Local Businesses And Civic Organizations Serve As Citizen Teachers, Engaging Students In Hands-on Stem Learning Apprenticeships Related To His Or Her Work. Following Each 11-week Apprenticeship (four Per Year), Students Teach Back What They Have Learned Before Parents, Friends And The Community. | 2016 |
| Girls Inc Of Alameda County | $50,000 | Oakland, CA, US | Designed To Prepare Girls Grades 8-12 For College And Career Success, Eureka! Is An Intensive Five-year Program Focused On Science, Technology, Engineering And Mathematics (stem). The Program Builds On Girls' Interest In Design And Environmental Issues, Allowing Them To Explore Stem Concepts To Develop Inventive Green Solutions Like A "green" Bus Or A Solar-powered Jacket Used To Charge A Cell Phone. Girls Also Explore Stem Careers Through Summer Internships, Which Is Supplemented With One-to-one Mentoring By Women Professionals, Field Trips And Bonding Exercises To Promote Sisterhood. | 2016 |
| Heart Of Los Angeles Inc (hola) | $35,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | The Scientific Arts Program Promotes Student-led Inquiry And Project-based Learning Through A Series Of Age-appropriate Stem Classes. Students, Grades K-12 Are Given Raw Materials And Are Guided By Do-it-yourself Engineers, Programmers And Designers To Invent And Create On Their Own; Building Their Knowledge Of Stem Concepts Along The Way. Delivered Through 10-week Sessions, These Free-of-charge Courses Include Computer Literacy And Technology Classes; Engineering; Robotics; Computer Repair; Graphic Design, Video Game Design; Circuit Bending: And Stop Motion Animation. | 2016 |
| Jumpstart For Young Children Inc | $50,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | College Students (corps Members) And Adult Volunteers (retired Community Members) Commit For A Full School Year, Working Alongside Preschool Children To Help Develop Their Language, Literacy, Social And Initiative Skills. Teams Of Four To Eight Volunteers Spend Two Hours, Twice A Week, Engaging Preschool Children In Small Groups As Well As One-on-one. A Different Storybook Brings Weekly Scientific Themes To Life And Fun, Hands-on Activities Are Offered To Help Supplement Them. Parents Receive A Set Of The Same Storybooks, Supplemental Resources And Activities To Continue Engagement At Home. | 2016 |
| Koce-tv Foundation Dba Pbs Socal | $75,000 | Costa Mesa, CA, US | Educators, Childcare Providers And Parents From Underserved Communities Receive Training And Hands-on, Easy To Use Stem Toolkits, For Use At Home Or In Pre-schools. Ready To Learn Employs A View, Read And Do Format: 1) Adults Use Quality Video Segments To Teach A Concept (view); 2) Read Aloud To The Child From A Corresponding Age-appropriate Book On The Same Topic (read); And 3) Conduct An Adult/child Activity (do). Ten Workshops Are Offered Throughout The Year, Covering Stem Topics Such As Animals, Plants, Human Body, Water, Weather, Colors, Life Cycles And A Newly Added Module On Astronomy Featuring Pbs' Ready Jet Go Series. | 2016 |
| Laura Jeffrey Academy | $30,000 | Saint Paul, MN, US | All 140 Girls, Grades 5-8 Learn To Code And Create Their Own Apps, Games And Webpages Using Standard Math Disciplines And Free Online Platforms Such As Code.org, Hopscotch And Html. Those With An Increased Interest Form Teams Of Five And Meet For 12 Weeks, Preparing For The Technovation Challenge, A Worldwide Competition For Girls Tasked With Developing Mobile Apps To Address A Community Problem. Curriculum And Mentors Help Guide Teams Through Each Challenge Step; 1) Identifying A Societal Problem; 2) Developing An App Prototype; 3) Branding/marketing The App; 4) Writing A Business Plan And 5) Pitching Their Idea In Front Of A Panel Of Judges (investors) At The Competition Held Annually In The Spring. | 2016 |
| Urban Ed | $35,000 | Washington, DC, US | Technology Is Used To Combat High Truancy Rates And Support Student Learning In Five High-risk Middle Schools In Dc's Wards 7 And 8. Approximately 145 Students Attend Tech Clubs For 45 Minutes During Their Lunch Period, One-two Times A Week. Each Session Spans 24 Weeks And Consists Of Hands-on Computer Learning Workshops Focused On Computer Basics, Computer Repair, Coding And Creating Apps, Game Design, Web Design And Fun, But Practical Uses Of Office Applications. | 2016 |
| Education Outside | $50,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Using Green Schoolyards As Outdoor Classrooms, Education Outside's Corps Members Help Approximately 17,500 Students, Grades K-5 Connect With Nature. Each Of The 47 Participating Schools Is Assigned One Corps Member Who Works Closely With Teachers To Align Garden Lessons With The Next Generation Science Standards. Corps Members Deliver Weekly Lessons Focused On Earth And Life Sciences - Making Learning Relevant As Students Get Their Hands Dirty While Learning Key Environmental Concepts And The Importance Of Growing And Eating Healthy Food. | 2016 |
| Genesys Works Bay Area | $50,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Underserved High School Students Are Empowered To Achieve College And Career Success Through Skills Training And Meaningful Work Experiences. During The Summer Before Their Senior Year, Students Receive 8 Weeks Of Technical Skills Training In Information Technology And Business Operations, In Preparation For A Paid, Year-long Internship At Partner Corporations. High School Seniors Work 20 Hours Per Week, Further Developing And Refining High-demand Work Skills; And Receive Guidance In College Selection, Financial Aid Assistance And Support Services That Continue Throughout Their College Years. | 2016 |
| Iridescent | $59,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Volunteer Scientists And Engineers Use Research Within Their Day-to-day Work To Design Open-ended Engineering Design Challenges That Introduce K-12 Students To The Physics And Engineering Concepts Used In The Engineering Design Process. Engineering Students From The University Of Southern California Then Serve As Mentors And Program Facilitators, Engaging Students And Their Parents In Weekly, Hands-on Science Activities In An After-school Setting. Using An Online Portal, Parents And Teachers Track Children's Progress With Projects As Well As Access Easy, Fun Experiments To Continue Student Engagement. | 2016 |
| Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful | $75,000 | Tampa, FL, US | Education Combined With Service Helps Provide Students Of All Ages With A More Holistic Approach To Learning. Through Presentations, K-12 Students Learn About The Tampa Bay Estuary And What Actions They Can Take To Help Protect The Local Environment. Programming Includes A Field Trip To The Florida Learning Garden Where Students See Firsthand The Practical Applications Of Sustainable Practices And Waste Reduction Concepts; And Learn How Weather And Agricultural Sensors Are Instrumental In Relaying Real-time Changes In Environmental Conditions. | 2016 |
| Knowledgeworks Foundation | $50,000 | Cincinnati, OH, US | In Partnership With Wallace Community College And The Black Belt Community Foundation, Knowledgeworks Is Working To Establish An Early College High School At Selma High School, The Only High School In Selma, Alabama. Through The Early College Model, Low-income, Underserved Students Are Equipped With A Four-year Academic Roadmap That Accelerates Them Through A Rigorous High School Course Of Study, While Simultaneously Earning Up To 60 Hours Of College Credit Or An Associate Degree- All By The Time They Graduate High School. | 2016 |
| Rocking The Boat | $50,000 | Bronx, NY, US | Low-income High School Students Develop The Self-confidence, Academic And Life Skills Necessary To Finish High School And Build A Brighter Future For Themselves. Participation Begins In 9th Or 10th Grade, Self-selecting From One Of Three Nontraditional Tracks To Follow: 1) Boatbuilding - Study Plans To Create And Assemble Wooden Boats - From Stem To Stern; 2) Sailing - Learn To Sail By Putting Theory And Navigation Techniques Into Practice, Working Towards Becoming Certified U.s. Sailing Level 1 Instructors; Or 3) Environmental - Collect Water Quality Data And Perform Restoration Work To Help Bring The Bronx River To Healthy Levels. Wraparound Social Services Are Also Provided Throughout High School On Into College. | 2016 |
| Science From Scientists | $40,000 | Bedford, MA, US | Two Science-instructors Are Paired With Each Participating School And Receive A Visit Once A Week, Every Other Week Throughout The Entire School Year. Instructors Coordinate With The Classroom Teachers To Select One Of 85 Hands-on Lessons In Stem To Present For The Day. Lessons Cover Topics Such As Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Computer Technology, Engineering Design, Etc., And Include Links To Complimentary Resources To Help Increase Teachers' Stem Content Knowledge. A Password-protected Web Page Serves As A Resource For Parents To Access Simple Science Experiments To Engage Their Families At Home. | 2016 |
| Wildcoast | $50,000 | Imperial Beach, CA, US | Middle And High School Students Gain Exposure To Careers And Research Around Conserving Marine Protected Areas (mpas) Along San Diego County's Coastline. Engagement Begins With In-classroom Presentations To Educate Students On The Importance Of Mpas. Then, Students Are Taken Out On The Water To Collect Data From Three Mpas. Working In Groups Of Five, Each Team Conducts One Of Four Tasks: 1) Collect Plankton Samples; 2) Observe And Record Fish Populations; 3) Collect Water Samples And 4) Collect Data On Human Use. Teams Present Their Findings To The Group At Large And Learn How They Can Get Involved In On-going Research. | 2016 |
| Bridge Builders | $50,000 | Lakewood, CA, US | Long Term Funding Collaborative: Ahf Is Partnering With Past Grantees (8) To Work Collaboratively To Establish A Stem/steam Cradle-to-college And Career Pipeline For Young Men Of Color In South-central Los Angeles. Partners Will Pull From Existing Partnerships, Best Practices And Other Resources To Not Only Meet The Educational Needs Of Young Men Of Color, But Also Their Economic And Social-emotional Needs; Nurturing The Whole Child, While Leading Them Down A Much Needed Stem/steam Pipeline. This Is A Long-term Initiative With Funding Distributed Over A 5-year Period And Will Be Based On The Individual Organization's Needs To Support The Pipeline. | 2016 |
| Brotherhood Crusade | $50,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Long Term Funding Collaborative | 2016 |
| California Academy Of Mathematics And Science (cams) | $50,000 | Carson, CA, US | Long Term Funding Collaborative | 2016 |
| Charles R Drew University Of Medicine And Science | $50,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Long Term Funding Collaborative | 2016 |
| Children Youth And Family Collaborative | $50,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Long Term Funding Collaborative | 2016 |
| Long Beach Math Collaborative At David Starr Jordan High School | $50,000 | Long Beach, CA, US | Long Term Funding Collaborative | 2016 |
| The Posse Foundation Los Angeles | $50,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Long Term Funding Collaborative | 2016 |
| United Negro College Fund (uncf) | $50,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Long Term Funding Collaborative | 2016 |
| Carson Street Elementary School | $86,500 | Carson, CA, US | Technology Is At The Heart Of The Carson Street Elementary School's Steam Academy. In Addition To Having Access To A State-of-the-art Computer Lab, K-5th Grade Teachers And Their Students Have Access To Digital Media Resources Used To Boost Engagement And Comprehension In All Subject Matters. Nbc Learns Archives On Demand's Online Collection Of Films, Videos, Documents, Letters, Etc., Are Used To Enhance Lessons On Any Subject Matter - From Science To Engineering To Art; And Accelerated Reader, A Computerized Reading Program That Allow Students To Select Grade/age Appropriate Books, Independently Read Them And Test On What They Have Read, Accumulating Points To Earn Rewards. | 2016 |
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| EIN | 95-3924667 |
| Website | http://www.honda.com |
| Address | 1919 TORRANCE BLVD Torrance, CA 90501-2722 |
Key People (8)
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| President | Rich Richardson |
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| Vice President | Jennifer Thomas |
| Secretary/treasurer | Paul Dentinger |
| Board Member | Susan Dulik |
| Board Member | Delmas Mcleod |
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