Community Service Programs Grants

Multiple Sclerosis Center Quality of Life Grants

Since 1996, the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation (MSF) has awarded grants and endowments to universities, MS centers, and other nonprofit organizations to actively promote quality of life and create a brighter tomorrow for those living with MS. MS centers and nonprofit organizations, with a physical presence in the United States, in need of expanding their programs and services are also eligible for financial assistance from the MSF. Grants are available for implementing or expanding MS Day Programs, diagnostic services, rehabilitation services, support services, social services, education and outreach, and medical care.

Applications are accepted beginning September 1st of each year. Applications must be postmarked between September 1st and November 1st to be eligible for funding.

Eligibility:
• New and existing centers with a physical presence in the United States.
• Centers serving twenty-five or more MS patients.

Priority will be given to efforts that:
• Address unmet needs
• Enhance or expand current services
• Use creative and innovative approaches to achieve positive outcomes
• Fill gaps in current services

Areas not funded:
• Grants for research
• Grants to individuals
• Grants for religious purposes
• Grants for items covered under existing MSF programs

Size and types of grants:
• Funding decisions will be based on the type and scope of the program. Due to the wide variety of program designs expected, varying amounts of funding will be provided. Generally, the MSF funds programs in the range of $5,000 to $40,000.

For further information on the MS Center Quality of Life grant, call Alan Segaloff, Executive Director at 1-800-225-6495.

Multiple Sclerosis Foundation
6350 North Andrews Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33309-2130

Borchard Fellowship in Law & Aging

The Borchard Fellowship in Law & Aging affords one year for two law school graduates interested in, and perhaps already in the early stages of pursuing, an academic and/or professional career in law and aging, the opportunity to pursue their research and professional interests.

During the Fellowship period, the Center’s Executive Director and Assistant Director stand ready to assist each Fellow with the further development of his/her knowledge, skills, and contacts. A legal services or other non-profit organization involved in law and aging must supervise a Fellow’s activities and projects. In addition to the Fellow's planned activities and project (unless the Fellow's project includes the provision of legal services), the Fellow must also provide some pro bono direct legal services to older persons under appropriate supervision. A Fellow is expected to provide the Center with monthly activities reports.

The Fellowship is $40,000 and is intended as a full-time position only. The Fellow’s sponsoring agency is responsible for providing employee benefits, workspace, administrative support, computer, telephone, email access, and employer’s FICA payment. Fellows may live and work where they choose in the United States; Fellows must be either U.S. citizens or legal residents of the U.S.

The Fellowship period runs from July 1 to June 30 each year, or for the calendar year beginning the month after the Fellow’s completion of a state Bar examination.

Examples of activities and projects by recent Borchard Fellows include:

* Writing and publication of law review articles on law and aging issues;
* Writing and publication of state specific, consumer oriented handbooks on legal issues affecting older persons;
* Teaching elder law and related courses at law schools where fellows reside;
* Development of a non-profit senior law resource center providing direct legal services and public education;
* Development of an interdisciplinary elder law clinical program at a major public university law school;
* Development of a mediation component for a legal services program elder law hotline;
* Development of an interdisciplinary project for graduate students in law, medicine, and health advocacy to foster understanding and collaboration between professions;
* Development of training materials and statewide trainings for lawyers, judges and other court personnel, and social service providers on new comprehensive state guardianship laws;
* Organizing and/or attending national conferences on law and aging issues;
* Providing supervised pro bono legal representation of older clients;
* Analysis of Medicare policies;
* Development of legal services programs for older clients in consumer law and small claims matters.

Fellowship Application Annual Timeline

* Application submission deadline: April 15
* Application review process: April 16 through May 31
* Fellows announced: No later than June 15
* Fellowship period: July 1 though June 30 (unless otherwise arranged)
* Reports due: Monthly reports during the Fellowship period; final report no later than one month following the end of the Fellowship period.

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit a completed online application including an explanation of the applicant’s planned activities and projects, a current curriculum vitae, a law school transcript, a letter of support from the proposed supervisor, and two other letters of support.

Email:

mjc@borchardcenter.org

Mailing Address:

The Borchard Foundation Center on Law & Aging
335 4th Avenue
Salt Lake City, Utah 84103

Phone: 801-598-5810

Healthy Eating Research: Building Evidence to Prevent Childhood Obesity 2010 Call for Proposals-Round 5, Rapid-Response and RWJF New Connections Grant Opportunities

Healthy Eating Research is a national program of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF). The program supports research on environmental and policy strategies with strong potential to promote healthy eating among children to prevent childhood obesity, especially among lower-income and racial and ethnic populations at highest risk for obesity. Findings are expected to advance RWJF’s efforts to reverse the childhood obesity epidemic by 2015.

The three types of funding opportunities included in this call for proposals (CFP) are Round 5 grants, rapid-response grants and New Connections grants through Healthy Eating Research.

Eligibility & Selection Criteria:
* Preference will be given to those applicants that are either public entities or nonprofit organizations that are tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
* Applicant organizations must be based in the United States or its territories. The focus of this program is the United States; studies in other countries will be considered only to the extent that they may directly inform U.S. policy.

Key Dates: For Round 5 Grants and New Connections Grants:
* May 13, 2010 (3 p.m. ET)–Deadline for receipt of full proposals.
* Late August 2010–Notification of finalists.
* November 15, 2010–Awards begin.

For Rapid-Response Grants:

* March 15–September 1, 2010 (3 p.m. ET)–Concept papers may be submitted.
* October 15, 2010 (3 p.m. ET)–Final deadline for receipt of invited full proposals. Full proposals will be accepted on a rolling basis until this deadline.
* August 1, 2010–February 15, 2011–Grants will be awarded on a rolling basis. Initiation of funding will be tied to the full proposal submission date.

Total Award:
* Approximately $2.4 million will be awarded under this CFP for Round 5 grants, rapid-response grants and New Connections grants through Healthy Eating Research.

Contact:
Kathy Kosiak (For Round 5 Grants)
healthyeating@umn.edu
Office: (800) 578-8636

Laura L. Klein (For New Connections and Rapid-Response Grants)
healthyeating@umn.edu
Office: (800) 578-8636

Mailing Address

Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
P.O. Box 2316
Route 1 and College Road East
Princeton, NJ 08543

Telephone Number
(877) 843-RWJF (7953)

Healthy Eating Research: Building Evidence to Prevent Childhood Obesity 2010 Call for Proposals-Round 5, Rapid-Response and RWJF New Connections Grant Opportunities

Healthy Eating Research is a national program of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF). The program supports research on environmental and policy strategies with strong potential to promote healthy eating among children to prevent childhood obesity, especially among lower-income and racial and ethnic populations at highest risk for obesity. Findings are expected to advance RWJF’s efforts to reverse the childhood obesity epidemic by 2015.

The three types of funding opportunities included in this call for proposals (CFP) are Round 5 grants, rapid-response grants and New Connections grants through Healthy Eating Research.

Eligibility & Selection Criteria:
* Preference will be given to those applicants that are either public entities or nonprofit organizations that are tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
* Applicant organizations must be based in the United States or its territories. The focus of this program is the United States; studies in other countries will be considered only to the extent that they may directly inform U.S. policy.

Key Dates: For Round 5 Grants and New Connections Grants:
* May 13, 2010 (3 p.m. ET)–Deadline for receipt of full proposals.
* Late August 2010–Notification of finalists.
* November 15, 2010–Awards begin.

For Rapid-Response Grants:

* March 15–September 1, 2010 (3 p.m. ET)–Concept papers may be submitted.
* October 15, 2010 (3 p.m. ET)–Final deadline for receipt of invited full proposals. Full proposals will be accepted on a rolling basis until this deadline.
* August 1, 2010–February 15, 2011–Grants will be awarded on a rolling basis. Initiation of funding will be tied to the full proposal submission date.

Total Award:
* Approximately $2.4 million will be awarded under this CFP for Round 5 grants, rapid-response grants and New Connections grants through Healthy Eating Research.

Contact:
Kathy Kosiak (For Round 5 Grants)
healthyeating@umn.edu
Office: (800) 578-8636

Laura L. Klein (For New Connections and Rapid-Response Grants)
healthyeating@umn.edu
Office: (800) 578-8636

Mailing Address

Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
P.O. Box 2316
Route 1 and College Road East
Princeton, NJ 08543

Telephone Number
(877) 843-RWJF (7953)

Essilor Optical Technology Grants

The American Optometric Foundation (AOF) and Essilor are delighted to announce their partnership on the Essilor Optical Technology Grants program, now in its eighth year. Three $20,000 grants are awarded annually to optometry schools for projects intended to elevate the standards and visibility of ophthalmic dispensing to students and patients in the training environment. In the past, grants have been competitively awarded for projects as diverse as to facilitating education and training for clinical outreach in underserved areas, to updating education in teaching and dispensing clinics and providing laboratory equipment that enriches the students training experience. This is part of a commitment by the Foundation and Essilor to develop the next generation of eyecare professionals.

Application Procedures
Applications must be submitted by email to Email AOF Awards. Only one application may be submitted by each school or college of optometry and must be endorsed by the Dean or President of the school/college. The application must include full contact information for the institution and responsible individual.

In 1000 words or less the applicant should state how the grant will be used to further their educational program. The deadline for applications is September 3, 2010.

A 500 word progress report must be submitted by awardees in June of the subsequent year in order for the institution to be eligible for future Essilor Optical Technology Grants. No institution will receive a grant two years in a row.

Review Procedures
Applications will be judged on the school’s commitment to the growth of premium optical technology, as well as how the funding will enable the school to elevate the standards and visibility of ophthalmic dispensing for students and patients. A five-member review panel, including one representative form Essilor, will be convened by the American Optometric Foundation.

Recognition of Awardees
The awardees will be listed in the AOF Annual Report and the American Academy of Optometry’s awards program. Announcements will be placed in the Academy’s newsletter along with Eye-Mail Monthly. Press releases will be sent to all schools and colleges of optometry, optometric organizations, and the optometric press.

For additional information about the American Optometric Foundation, contact Mark Bullimore, MCOptom, PhD, FAAO, Development Director: by phone (614) 292-4724.

got breakfast? Foundation Silent Hero Grant Program

The got breakfast? Silent Hero Grant program was launched to encourage schools and non-profit organizations to expand the reach of underutilized child nutrition programs.

Are you a Silent Hero?
There are many recognizable heroes in society today – from firefighters and police officers to nurses and school volunteers. But there are also unsung heroes that have made a difference, such as food banks, agencies, School Food Service administration and many more on the front lines ensuring children receive a nutritious meal.

Who can apply for a Silent Hero Grant?
If you are a public, non-profit private school or 501(c)(3) non-profit that participates in the national School Breakfast Program you may qualify for the Alternate Meal Service Breakfast Grant. Alternate meal service is defined as either breakfast in the classroom, grab and go or any other alternate site meal service outside of the standard cafeteria lunch line.

Can I apply for a grant if I participate in the Summer Food Service Program?
Yes, if you provide breakfast as part of your program. Summer grant applications will be made available February 2010.

What can the grant be used for?
Grant monies can be used for mobile serving equipment, food procurement, staffing, promotional items and marketing. Other reasonable costs to secure the sustainability of the breakfast program may be considered but will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

What are my obligations if I am awarded a grant?
The successful grant winners must sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) stating the funds will be used for the intended purposes. You must also agree to participate with any press release or promotional event with "got breakfast?"*.

Reporting forms will be provided for your use to track and return to the foundation at pre-determined dates during the grant funding period.

*Purchase of any specific breakfast products will not be required.

* Request for Applications – Due Date April 1, 2010

For additional information, please contact us via email at info@gotbreakfast.org.

P.O. Box 981
Syosset, NY 11791
Phone: 866-786-9028
Fax: 516-480-0881

World of Children Annual Awards Program

The World of Children Awards program was created to recognize and elevate those selfless individuals who make a difference in the lives of children here in the USA and across the globe, regardless of political, religious or geographical boundaries. These courageous leaders recognize that our children are the world's most important asset. Their stories are heroic.

The World of Children honors these leaders, and grants them funds to support the proven, high-impact programs they have created. These awards assure that more children's lives will be touched, and changed, forever.

2010 Humanitarian Award - maximum grant of upto $50,000.

* The Humanitarian Award recognizes an individual who has made a significant contribution to children in the areas of social services, education or humanitarian services.
* Nominee must have created, managed or otherwise supported a sustainable program which has significantly contributed to children's opportunities to BE SAFE, TO LEARN, and TO GROW.
* Nominee must do this work over and above their normal employment, OR work for little or no pay.
* Nominee must have been doing this for a minimum of 10 years.
* Nominee must have an existing non-profit organization in good standing, which can receive grant funds if awarded.

2010 Health Award - maximum grant of upto $50,000.

* The Health Award recognizes an individual who has made a significant contribution to children in the fields of health, medicine or the sciences.
* Nomine must have created, managed or otherwise supported a sustainable program which has significantly contributed to the IMPROVED HEALTH of children.
* Nominee must do this work over and above their normal employment, OR work for little or no pay.
* Nominee must have been doing this for a minimum of 10 years.
* Nominee must have an existing non-profit organization in good standing, which can receive grant funds if awarded.

2010 Founder's Youth Award - maximum grant of up to $25,000

* The Founders Award recognizes youth that are making extraordinary contributions to the lives of other children.
* Nominee must be under the age of 21.
* Nominee must have an existing non-profit organization in good standing, which can receive grant funds if awarded.

Deadline for 2010 Nominations is Midnight (Pacific Standard Time) May 1, 2010.

The Honorees who receive 2010 World of Children Awards will be announced and celebrated in New York City on Thursday, November 4, 2010.

Contact Us

By Phone: (925)399-6411
By Fax: (925)399-6001

By Mail:

World of Children
6200 Stoneridge Mall Road
3rd Floor
Pleasanton, CA 94588

By E-mail: contact@worldofchildren.org

Excellence in Patient/Public Education Award

Award: Monetary award of $1000 and a plaque.

Purpose: To recognize and support excellence in patient/public education. Nominees for this award will be oncology nurses who are involved in offering creative public or patient education.

Nominee's Eligibility Criteria:
The candidate must meet the following criteria:

* Be a registered professional nurse and an active ONS member
* Has a minimum of two years experience in oncology nursing

Criteria: The scoring criteria for judging this nomination packet is as follows:

* Candidate teaches patients or community groups in manner consistent with the ONS Standards of Oncology Education: Patient/Family and Public.
* Candidate identifies needs for education in patients, families, or communities and plans innovative programs to meet those identified needs.
* Programs have clearly stated objectives .
* Content of program(s) is relevant to population served.
* Creative strategies and presentation techniques are used in implementing program.
* Program evaluation methods are appropriate.
* Candidate serves as a role model for other nurses.
* Candidate creates a network to sustain health-promoting behaviors.
* Candidate establishes positive teacher-learner relationships.

Application deadline: August 16, 2010, 5pm (ET).

For more information on any of the ONS awards, contact ONS at customer.service@ons.org. Both nominees and nominators will be notified once an application is received.

Oncology Nursing Society
125 Enterprise Drive Pittsburgh, PA15275
866-257-4ONS (866-257-4667)
412-859-6100
877-369-5497 (toll free fax)
412-859-6162 (fax)

Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Local Funding Partnerships 2011 Call for Proposals-Annual Grantmaking Program

Deadline: Jun 30, 2010

Purpose:
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Local Funding Partnerships (LFP) program forges relationships between the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) and local grantmakers to fund promising, original projects that can significantly improve the health of vulnerable people in their communities.

Eligibility & Selection Criteria:
Projects must be new, innovative, collaborative and community-based. Significant program expansions—into new regions or to new populations—may also be considered. Please note that these funds may not be used to maintain existing projects.
Projects must be nominated by a local grantmaker committed to participating as one of the funding partners.
Local funding partners must be willing to work with grantees to obtain sufficient dollar-for-dollar matching funds throughout the grant period. These funders may include independent and private foundations, family and community foundations, and corporate and other philanthropies.
Matching funds must represent new funding specifically designated to support the proposed project. In-kind services may not be used to match Foundation funds for the LFP Annual Grantmaking program.

Key Dates:
May 13 and May 18, 2010—Optional conference calls for applicants. Information available on the program’s Web site.
June 30, 2010 (3 p.m. ET)—Deadline for receipt of Stage 1 brief proposals.
September 15, 2010—Applicants notified if invited to submit a full proposal.
November 10, 2010—Deadline for receipt of Stage 2 full proposals.
July 1, 2011—Start of grants.

Total Award:
Up to $5 million is available for the 2011 grant cycle.
Up to 12 matching grants of between $200,000 to $500,000 each will be awarded.

Contact:
Leticia Peguero, deputy director
lpeguero@localfundingpartnerships.org
Office: (609) 275-4128
http://www.localfundingpartnerships.org

Women's Health Free Clinic Project: Expanding Access and Education Request for Proposals

The Reproductive Health Access Project is seeking proposals from medical student-run free clinics to establish or expand their scope of reproductive health care services provided. Up to five grants of $5,000 will be awarded. Technical assistance and mentorship will also be provided. Some examples of the types of programs we are interested in supporting include:

* Initiation of reproductive health exams or pregnancy testing services
* Initiating IUD placement procedures or medication abortions
* Purchase of contraception; provision of emergency contraception
* Expansion of clinical education on family planning and reproductive health for medical students

Applicants must be student-run health centers that provide services at no cost to the patient. To be eligible for this grant, applicants must enter into the project in partnership with a physician or be willing to be matched with a family physician able to educate medical students and supervise reproductive health services. A key criterion in the selection process will be the free clinic’s commitment to sustaining the added training for medical students and services for patients after the grant ends.

Proposals are due May 30, 2010. Applicants will be notified of proposal outcome by August 2010.

If you have any questions, please email womenshealthfreeclinic@reproductiveaccess.org

Reproductive Health Access Project
P.O. Box 21191
New York, NY 10025

P: 917-586-3260
F: 314-584-3260

info@reproductiveaccess.org