During the first year of the My Hometown Helper program 33 groups were awarded grants totalling $132,497.  Some of the community projects that were funded included safety gear for a volunteer fire department, winter tires for a bookmobile program, and lights for a school football field.

Now My Hometown Helper is gearing up to help more communities.  They are giving away up to $100,000 to make projects become a reality.

• Applications will be accepted August 1  September 30, 2007
• Winners will be selected on or before November 15, 2007
• Eligible organizations include public schools, 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) entity such as a civic league or a social welfare organization.

Find out more about My Hometown Helper program

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Your group could possibly get a Hamburger Helper Grant. Public schools, city governments, and civic leagues can apply for the grant program to fund community improvement projects.

Every month through May 2007, Hamburger Helper will choose one 501(c)(4) organization for a monetary grant of up to $15,000.

Who is Eligible?

Organizations with 501(c) (4) status, public schools, city governments, and fire departments are eligible.

To get a Hamburger Helper Grant groups need to demonstrate that there is a significant need in the community. Secondly they must illustrate a plan of action to meet the need. Finally, the group should identify the changes that will come about as a result of getting the grant.

How to Register for the Grant

To be considered, groups must register online and enter an essay of two hundred and fifty words or less detailing why they the need grant. Click here for the application and more information

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There are a variety of businesses that offer technology grants for schools. Technology grants for schools are often offered by computer companies, such as these two programs supported by computer giants HP and Microsoft.

HP Grant Programs support K-12 schools and non-profits, primarily in communities where our employees live and work, as well as institutions of higher learning, through annual grant initiatives that are launched at the beginning of each fiscal year (November).

Microsoft Unlimited Potential (UP) grants provide schools and nonprofit organizations with funding to support technology training programs ranging from learning basic computer skills to using advanced business productivity applications. Donations of cash, software, curriculum, and technical expertise enable individuals to learn about technology and gain the information technology skills needed for employment in the IT field or other industry sectors.

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Does your class each an aerospace studies unit? Or would you like to promote aerospace education in your school? The Educator Grant program is designed to promote aerospace education activities in classrooms from kindergarten through twelfth grades. continue reading

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Last time I posted about the Hamburger Helper grant program and I was reminded about Grants Alert.  This is a site that frequently posts information about grants just for education.  It’s a great website and service that schools, teachers and parents should check often for grants.

In fact I’ve spoken with Joe Mizereck, founder and publisher of Grants Alert and am quite impressed with his drive and dedication to helping improve education in our country. He has a strong background in education and knows first hand that funding is crucial to providing quality education.  Grants are one way to help make that happen.

Anyway, check out Grants Alert, you’ll be glad you did.

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