Mentoring Programs Grant

Posted by on April 23, 2007

Grant Opportunity

U.S. Department of Education
CFDA 84.184B

Original Closing Date for Applications:
May 23, 2007 Dates: Applications Available: April 11, 2007. Deadline
for Transmittal of Applications: May 23, 2007.

Purpose of Program: This program provides assistance to promote mentoring programs for children with greatest need that: (1) Assist these children in receiving support and guidance from a mentor; (2) improve the academic performance of the children; (3) improve interpersonal relationships between the children and their peers, teachers, other adults, and family members; (4) reduce the dropout rate of the children; and (5) reduce juvenile delinquency and involvement in gangs by the children.

Eligible Applicants

Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

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