Published on Learn and Serve America's National Service-Learning clearinghouseActon Institute's Center for Effective Compassion offers a Samaritan Award, which is designed to recognize America's leading charities. One winner receives a cash award and runners-up receive consulting services packages. The Samaritan Award is given to a highly successful, privately funded charity whose work is direct, personal, and accountable. It’s purpose is to encourage charities who, like the Good Samaritan, get intimately involved with each individual, discover the right solutions, and then work determinedly to transform lives.
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ACF's web site offers access to grant information, internships, and environmental education awards. ACF funds provide operating and project support to local grassroots conservation organizations and individuals.
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Created in honor of Alec Dickson, this award recognizes leaders who have displayed courage, compassion, and creativity to overcome barriers and positively impact the lives of young people.
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View the latest list of grant opportunities from AACC and other organizations. This list is updated biweekly.
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AAUW offers one year community grants for projects that promote education and equity for women and girls. Two-year community grants are "restricted to projects that focus on K-14 (including 2-year colleges) girls' achievement in math, science, and/or technology. Funds support planning activities, coalition building, implementation and evaluation."
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List of links to grant and funding opportunities by subject area for PreK-12 teachers.
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In partnership with the General Mills Foundation and other corporate sponsors, the fund provides need-based scholarships to outstanding tribal college students based on academic standing, financial need, leadership, and commitment to their communities.
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This award goes to a young person under 21 in recognition of his/her contributions to the American Red Cross and the community. Nominations are made by chapters. National Headquarters Awards/Recognition Committee, Red Cross National Office of Volunteers, 8111 Gate House Road, Falls Church, VA 22042. (703) 206-7410
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Upon successful completion of a term of service as an AmeriCorps member, students are eligible for an education award to help pay for authorized educational expenses or repay qualified student loans.
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The Angel Soft Angels in Action Awards program rewards children who perform exemplary acts of service to benefit a community, charity or cause. Angel Soft rewards children between the ages 8 and 15 with a monetary award and a year's supply of Angel Soft bath tissue.
