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This event will take place on Monday, September 13, 1:00-2:15  p.m. EST.

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This event will take place on Monday, September 13 at 12:00 p.m. EST in the auditorium at AEI and will also be livestreamed on the event page.

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The Ben and Jerry’s Foundation is inviting applications for its National Grassroots Organizing Program.

Through the program, grants of up to $30,000 will be awarded to small, grassroot nonprofit organizations across the United States working to help themselves and their communities create broad systems of change through community organizing and movement-building efforts. The guiding principle behind this program is the foundation’s belief that people most affected by a problem are in the best position to determine the solutions. The foundation will prioritize organizations that are led by and center the leadership and agency of Black communities, Indigenous communities, and communities of color that approach their work using anti-oppression values — consciously striving to dismantle systems of oppression and the legacies of white supremacy culture in the United States while working toward a more just and equitable society. The foundation defines grassroots organizing as collective action from the bottom up. It challenges the status quo, demands changes in policy and practice, educates communities about root causes, and advocates and agitates for systemic and just solutions.

To be eligible, applicants must be tax exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or have a fiscal sponsor with such status, and have a budget that does not exceed $500,000.

See the Ben and Jerry’s Foundation website for complete program guidelines and application instructions.

Deadline: October 1, 2021

https://benandjerrysfoundation.org/national-grants/

The Conrad N. Hilton Foundation’s $2.5 million Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize is the largest annual humanitarian award presented to a nonprofit organization found to have made extraordinary contributions toward alleviating human suffering. The prize is not only intended to recognize and advance the efforts of the recipient organization but also to call attention to the worldwide need for humanitarian aid and encourage others to expand their support.

Nominees must be established, nongovernmental, publicly supported charitable organizations (not an individual) with tax-exempt status under the Internal Revenue Code (or the equivalent for international organizations whose nominees will be contacted by the foundation for appropriate documentation); have been legally established for at least five years and have audited financial statements for at least five years; and have expenditures greater than $750,000 in their most recent audited fiscal year of operation. (It is strongly encouraged that if a nominee has multiple branch offices, the umbrella organization be the nominee.)

To be eligible to nominate an organization, the nominator should have direct knowledge of the nominated organization’s work and not be an officer or employee of (or any other individual receiving remuneration for his or her services from) the nominated organization; a founder or family member of an officer or employee of the nominated organization; a Conrad N. Hilton Foundation employee, board member, prize juror, or a family member of a foundation employee, board member, or prize juror; and/or a Hilton family member.

To learn more about eligibility criteria and access an FAQ, see the Hilton Humanitarian Prize website.

Deadline: September 29, 2021

Established in 1962, the Cigna Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the Cigna Corporation and supports organizations sharing its commitment to enhancing the health of individuals and families and the well-being of their communities, with a special focus on those communities where Cigna employees live and work.

To that end, the foundation invites applications for its Health and Well-Being Grants program. Grants of between $50,000 and $100,000 per year for up to three years will be awarded to nonprofits addressing the root causes of health inequity and supporting under-resourced and systemically disadvantaged communities with poor social determinants of health.

Grants will address one or more of the following social determinants of health (SDOH) areas: increased access to health care, including in the areas of mental, behavioral, and dental health; increased access to primary care and health literacy, the degree to which an individual has the capacity to obtain, communicate, process, and understand basic health information and services to make appropriate health decisions and follow directions for treatment.

Applications that focus on the following programmatic areas will be accepted: prevention, treatment, and research for chronic diseases; wellness programs promoting exercise, fitness, and healthy lifestyle choices; programs addressing mental and/or behavioral health conditions; dental programs; and maternal, prenatal, and newborn health.

Funding requests must be aligned with the Community Health Implementation Plan (CHIP) for the applicant community, which accompanies the local Community Needs Assessment (CNA) or Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA). To find the appropriate community plan, prospective applicants may visit their local hospital system’s or health department’s website.

To be eligible, applicants must be a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit.

For complete program guidelines and application instructions, see the Cigna Foundation website.

Deadline: September 24, 2021

The Whole Kids Foundation, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) founded by Whole Foods Market, is dedicated to helping kids eat better and works to support schools and inspire families to improve children’s nutrition and wellness.

To that end, in partnership with the Bee Cause Project, the foundation invites applications for its Bee Grants Program, which provides support for educational beehives and bee programming for schools and nonprofit organizations so students can observe bees up close and learn about the vital role these pollinators play in our food system. Recipients can apply for a choice of a monetary or equipment grant intended to support schools in bringing live bees to their campus or grow their existing educational hive program. Recipients will have a choice of a $1,500 monetary grant, an equipment grant: indoor observation hive, or an equipment grant: traditional Langstroth hive.

The foundation will host webinars to discuss the grant opportunity on September 15, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. PST / 12:00 p.m. CST / 1:00 p.m. EST and October 4, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. PST / 5:00 p.m. CST/ 6:00 p.m. EST.

The Bee Grant application window is from September 1 through October 15, 2021, with Bee Grant packages to be delivered in February 2022.

Eligible applicants include K-12 Schools or nonprofits that serve any grades K-12 in the United States or Canada.

For complete program guidelines, application instructions, and to register for the application webinars, see the Whole Kids Foundation website.

Deadline: October 15, 2021

Established in 1969, the NEA Foundation serves as a laboratory of learning, offering funding and other resources to public school educators, their schools, and districts to solve complex teaching and learning challenges.

To that end, the NEA Foundation is inviting applications for the Student Success Grant Program. Grants of either $2,000 or $5,000 will be awarded in support of educator-led initiatives that engage students in project-based and deeper learning to support the development of skills and dispositions contributing to success and fulfillment in a changing world. The foundation is accepting applications from educators, specialized instructional support personnel, and education support professionals to develop and implement a project that will enhance students’ critical thinking and problem-solving skills; develop and implement a project supporting personalized and experiential learning; support students’ mastery of essential academic content; support students’ cultural understanding and appreciation; promote students’ communication and collaboration skills; or enable students to engage in learning experiences connected to real-world issues and challenges.

Applicants must be a current member of the NEA and be a teacher, education support professional, or specialized instructional support personnel. The foundation defines education support professionals (ESPs) as paraeducators; school bus drivers or other transportation staff; custodial and maintenance staff, food services staff, school nurses, health aides, and other health and student services staff; clerical staff; security staff; skilled trades staff; and technical services staff. Specialized instructional support personnel (SISP) include school counselors, psychologists, social workers, occupational therapists, library media specialists, speech pathologists, and others.

For complete program guidelines and application instructions, see the NEA Foundation website.

Deadline: October 15, 2021

The Toshiba America Foundation is accepting grant applications from grade K-5 teachers for innovative science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) projects.

Grants of up to $1,000 will be awarded to teachers in support of efforts to bring an innovative project to life within their own classroom. Applications must be for project-based learning.

The foundation is considering how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected teachers and education and will not presume to suggest how teachers should deal with the obstacles that social distancing and safety concerns place in the way. For now, alternative proposals will be considered contingent upon how, when, and if schools are open as usual. Under the circumstances, the foundation also aims to be more accommodating in considering the kinds of equipment or expenses it can fund.

Funding is typically directed toward K-12 schools. Educational nonprofits and universities working with K-12 teachers are occasionally considered, but please call the foundation first.

For complete program guidelines and application instructions, see the Toshiba America Foundation website.

Deadline: October 1, 2021

Since 1952, the Allstate Foundation has led national programs, partnered with national organizations, and offered grants to local nonprofits to create innovative, long-term solutions for those in need.

To that end, the foundation has announced a $3 million funding opportunity for youth empowerment and relationship violence prevention programs that advance racial equity. Grants of up to $100,000 over one year or $200,000 over two years will be awarded in support of existing or new programming across the following two focus areas:

Relationship Violence Prevention Programs: Innovative, local, and culturally relevant healthy relationship education and relationship violence prevention-related programming for teens and young adults of color and/or other marginalized communities.

Inclusive Leadership Programs for Youth and Educators: Service-learning programs that provide resources and experiences for youth to engage in civic and community activities that increase their capacity to be inclusive leaders, develop a sense of collective responsibility, and take action for social change and racial equity; positive youth development programs that empower youth to reach their full potential as leaders who demonstrate and promote equity and inclusion within their learning environments and communities (programs should be youth-centered and designed to allow youth to actively participate in anti-racism, anti-bias, and equity-focused practice to increase their understanding and competency in advancing racial equity as well as the more conventional youth development cognitive, psychological, and behavioral gains); and professional development programs for educators (e.g., teachers, administrators, out-of-school program providers, etc.) to improve their culturally responsive teaching practices that result in safe, affirming, and equitable learning environments in which all youth are able to thrive.

Applicants must be tax-exempt as defined by section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

Pre-applications are due September 17, 2021, and selected applicants will be invited to submit a full application by October 22, 2021.

For complete program guidelines and application instructions, see the Allstate Foundation website.

Deadline: September 17, 2021 (Pre-applications)

https://allstatefoundation.org/new-funding-opportunity-3-million-to-support-youth-empowerment-and-relationship-violence-prevention-programs/

• Did you know that several Free Library locations now offer COVID-19 vaccines? Browse our calendar and find a clinic near you.
• Join the Business Resource and Innovation Center (BRIC) for the first of three Leadership Lessons events on Thursday, September 9 at 10:30 a.m. During this session we will chat with Wil Reynolds, Founder and Vice President of Innovation at Seer Interactive.
• Grandparents Day is coming up on September 12, and the Kingsessing Library will host a Grandparent/Grandchild Storytime on September 22 at 10:30 a.m. All caregivers with children ages birth–5 years are welcome.

Find resources on our website, including virtual learning options, virtual classroom visits, Literacy Enrichment Afterschool Program (LEAP) activities, and our annual Fall Reading Challenge.

Have a great school year!

This 90-minute SSIR Live! webinar will explore “super tactics” that your board and your leadership can use to make the most of the board experience in an ever-more virtual world. Pandemic-induced isolation and virtual technology have sparked some great ideas that give every board an opportunity to be more inclusive, more connected, and more productive than before. Boards that seize this opportunity will emerge from the pandemic delivering more than just “governance”; they will build a legacy.

In this live session, we will learn …

• How to motivate your board to seize the opportunity of a virtual environment and emerge stronger
• How to build inclusion and social bonds among board members virtually
• How to cultivate the tactics and superpowers of top board leaders to make your board stronger
• How to meticulously plan and prepare for being a super board member in this remote ecosystem

Date and Time: Wednesday, September 29, 2021, 2:00-3:30 PM

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The Philadelphia Education Fund seeks a Program Coordinator to recruit, train, support and develop a community of volunteers for our newest program, Spark Philadelphia.

Spark has a unique approach to fostering student development through engaging middle school students at a pivotal time of growth and transition. This program model was designed based on research showing the importance of social and emotional skills, the value of mentorship, and the supports students need navigating critical academic transitions. Our objective is to build students’ individual skills and social capital through a hands-on career project in the context of a positive relationship. Through career exploration workshops, workplace-based mentorship, and high school transition resources, students develop skills and build relationships to help them succeed.

Reporting directly to the Program Manager (PM) or Program Director (PD), the Program Coordinator will implement Spark’s middle grades programming for their assigned partner schools. Coordinators should expect to spend at least 80% of their time directly on-site at their respective partner schools.

As a Program Coordinator, you will be critical to Spark’s success as you are the face of Spark within schools and the primary relationship manager for our students and their families.

Learn more and apply.

Application deadline: September 27, 2021

The McKinney Center for STEM Education at the Philadelphia Fund is pleased to provide its new FY22 STEM Outreach and Field Trip Guides.

The Philadelphia Education Fund’s mission is to create equitable access to opportunities for students by providing resources and expertise that build paths to college and career success. One of these resources is this Philadelphia STEM Outreach Guide which includes contacts and descriptions of outreach (traveling) services that pertain to Science, Technology, Engineering, and/or Math (STEM) in the Greater Philadelphia Area.

Another resource is the Philadelphia STEM Field Trip Guide which includes contacts  and descriptions of field trip destinations that pertain to Science, Technology, Engineering,  and/or Math (STEM) in the Greater Philadelphia Area.

To add your listing to either guide, email Nancy Peter.

Date and Time: September 30, 2021, 3:00 PM

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​Date and Time: September 27, 2021, 4:00 PM

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Position Description:

YSRP seeks a dynamic Director of Finance & Operations to ensure effective management and oversight of the organization’s fiscal and operational health. The Director of Finance & Operations is a full-time, exempt, staff position that will be part of YSRP’s Management Team and also will work closely with members of YSRP’s Board of Directors and external partners. This is a strategic position with key responsibilities related to the management of our financial resources, our team, and our core operational processes.

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About YSRP: The Youth Sentencing & Reentry Project (YSRP) seeks to end the practice of prosecuting youth in the adult criminal justice system. In the meantime, YSRP seeks to lessen the duration and impact of adult criminal sentences on children and their families, who are primarily low-income and Black and Brown. Through individual cases and policy advocacy, we work to transform the experiences of children prosecuted in the adult criminal justice system, and to ensure that children who have contact with that system can return home and live full lives with dignity. We partner with court-involved youth, their families, and lawyers to develop holistic, humanizing narratives that mitigate the facts of each case in an effort to avoid adult incarceration and provide decision-makers with actionable alternatives. We make crucial connections to community resources, providing our youth and Juvenile Lifer client-partners with connections to supportive services in the areas of education, healthcare, housing, and employment. Finally, we work to raise awareness of the issues that young people face in the adult criminal justice system. For more information about YSRP’s mission, values and work, please visit our website.

Position Description

YSRP seeks a temporary Director of Development & Communications that will cover some of the duties of the Director of Operations while she is on parental leave. She will be on leave beginning approximately mid-November 2021. The temporary Director of Development & Communications is a ~6.5-month position that will support our efforts to garner revenue through a year-end fundraising campaign, and manage and maintain revenue generation strategies in the near-term. The temporary Director of Development & Communications will supervise the Development & Operations Coordinator.

Full job description and application information.

Application deadline: September, 15, 2021