January 2008. RFP for Eliminate the Digital Divide grants for computer skill instruction is expected to be released by Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity sometime in January. There are normally public briefings in Chicago and other parts of the state. For new or emerging organizations, there is a recommendation to work with an established organizations. Top grant is $75,000 and average grant is expected to be $40-50,000 to about 80 organizations, depending on last year’s experience. If you would like to be on the Email Master List to receive the RFP, contact DCEO program officer John Barr in Thompson State of Illinois building, 312-814-2259, and give him your email, and ask him any questions.
SBA
Small Business Administration
Office of Women's Business Ownership Program Announcement
Modification 3
http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&oppId=40273
SBA
Small Business Administration
Office of Women's Business Ownership Program Announcement
Modification 2
http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&oppId=40274
SBA
Small Business Administration
Office of Women's Business Ownership Program Announcement
Modification 2
http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&oppId=40275
ED
U.S. Department of Education
Early Reading First Program CFDA Numbers 84.359A and 84.359B Grant
http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?&mode=VIEW&flag2006=true&oppId=16372
NSF
National Science Foundation
Centers of Research Excellence in Science and Technology Grant
http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?&mode=VIEW&flag2006=true&oppId=16387
DOI
Department of the Interior
U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Region 3
FWS Midwest Conservation Internship Program Modification 1
http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&oppId=40119
SBA
Small Business Administration
Office of Women's Business Ownership Program Announcement Modification 2
http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&oppId=40273
SBA
Small Business Administration
Office of Women's Business Ownership Program Announcement Modification 1
http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&oppId=40274
SBA
Small Business Administration
Office of Women's Business Ownership Program Announcement Modification 1
http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&oppId=40275
HHS
Department of Health and Human Services
Administration for Children and Families Special Improvement Project (SIP) Grant
http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&oppId=40314
USDA
United States Department of Agriculture
CSREES
Integrated Pest Management: Crops at Risk and Risk Avoidance and Mitigation Competitive Grants Program Grant
http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?&mode=VIEW&flag2006=true&oppId=16365
HHS
Department of Health and Human Services
National Institutes of Health
Alzheimer s Disease Pilot Clinical Trials (R01) Grant
http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?&mode=VIEW&flag2006=true&oppId=16366
NSF
National Science Foundation
Math and Science Partnership
Grant
http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?&mode=VIEW&flag2006=true&oppId=16367
NSF
National Science Foundation
Research in Disabilities Education
Grant
http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?&mode=VIEW&flag2006=true&oppId=16368
DOE
US Department of Energy
Golden Field Office
Solar America Initiative Market Transformation: SolarAmerica Cities 2008 Modification 5
http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?&mode=VIEW&flag2006=true&oppId=15792
ED
U.S. Department of Education
Preparation of Leadership Personnel CFDA 84.325D Modification 3
http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?&mode=VIEW&flag2006=true&oppId=16056
USDA
United States Department of Agriculture
Natural Resources Conservation Service
Conservation Innovation Grants
Grant
http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?&mode=VIEW&flag2006=true&oppId=16359
NSF
National Science Foundation
Networking Technology and Systems
Grant
http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?&mode=VIEW&flag2006=true&oppId=16360
NSF
National Science Foundation
Innovative Technology Experiences for Students and Teachers Grant
http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?&mode=VIEW&flag2006=true&oppId=16362
DOE
US Department of Energy
National Energy Technology Laboratory
Program Year 2008 Weatherization Formula Grants Modification 4
http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?&mode=VIEW&flag2006=true&oppId=15957
EPA
Environmental Protection Agency
FY 2008 Support of the Five Star Restoration Training Grant Modification 3
http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?&mode=VIEW&flag2006=true&oppId=16278
NSF
National Science Foundation
Cyber Trust
Modification 1
http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?&mode=VIEW&flag2006=true&oppId=16305
ED
U.S. Department of Education
Even Start Family Literacy Program Women's Prison Grant CFDA 84.313A
Grant
http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?&mode=VIEW&flag2006=true&oppId=16323
HHS
Department of Health and Human Services
Health Resources & Services Administration
Scholarships for Disadvantaged Students
Modification 4
http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?&mode=VIEW&flag2006=true&oppId=16325
NSF
National Science Foundation
Federal Cyber Service: Scholarship for Service
Grant
http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?&mode=VIEW&flag2006=true&oppId=16327
DHS
Department of Homeland Security
Department of Homeland Security - FEMA
Region 3
Community Assistance Program - State Support Services Element (CAP-SSSE) Modification 1
http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&oppId=40167
DHS
Department of Homeland Security
Department of Homeland Security - FEMA
Region 4
Community Assistance Program - State Support Services Element (CAP-SSSE) Modification 1
http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&oppId=40168
DHS
Department of Homeland Security
Department of Homeland Security - FEMA
Region 5
Community Assistance Program - State Support Services Element (CAP-SSSE) Modification 1 http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&oppId=40170
DHS
Department of Homeland Security
Department of Homeland Security - FEMA
Region 6
Community Assistance Program - State Support Services Element (CAP-SSSE) Modification 1
http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&oppId=40171
DHS
Department of Homeland Security
Department of Homeland Security - FEMA
Region 7
Community Assistance Program - State Support Services Element (CAP-SSSE) Modification 1
http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&oppId=40172
DHS
Department of Homeland Security
Department of Homeland Security - FEMA
Region 8
Community Assistance Program - State Support Services Element (CAP-SSSE) Modification 1
http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&oppId=40173
EPA
Environmental Protection Agency
FY 2008 Support of the Five Star Restoration Training Grant
Grant
http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&oppId=40252
EPA
Environmental Protection Agency
Strategic Agricultural Initiative Program: FY 2008 Request for Proposals (RFP)
Grant
http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?&mode=VIEW&flag2006=true&oppId=16306
IMLS
Institute of Museum and Library Services
21st Century Museum Professionals Grants
Grant
http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?&mode=VIEW&flag2006=true&oppId=16311
DOE
US Department of Energy
Chicago Service Center
Environmental Remediation Science
Program
Grant
http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?&mode=VIEW&flag2006=true&oppId=16282
EPA
Environmental Protection Agency
Water Quality Cooperative Agreements
Grant
http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?&mode=VIEW&flag2006=true&oppId=16292
Funding Opportunities Go to RAC Funding Database
AHRQ Small Grant Program for Conference Support
Application deadline: Applications accepted on an ongoing basis.
Grants to support conferences that help to further its mission to improve the quality, safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of health care for all Americans.
Research on Rural Mental Health and Drug Abuse Disorders (R01)
Application deadline: Applications accepted on an ongoing basis.
Grants to stimulate research on mental health, HIV/AIDS and/or drug abuse problems in rural and frontier communities.
Community Food Projects Competitive Grants Program
Letter of Intent (Required): Jan 10, 2008
Application deadline: Feb 25, 2007
Grants to enhance community food projects that meet a variety of needs for low-income people and their communities.
Neighborhood Wellness Challenge Grants
Application deadline: Dec 31, 2007
Funding for Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) and FQHC look-a-likes for capital improvement projects.
Local Health Departments and Health Centers Collaborating to Recruit and Retain Qualified Workers
Application deadline: Jan 3, 2008
Funding to engage local health departments to recruit and retain qualified personnel.
Foundation of the NSNA Promise of Nursing Scholarship
Application deadline: Jan 13, 2008
Awards scholarships to qualified nursing students.
National Training and Technical Assistance Cooperative Agreements
Application deadline: Jan 14, 2008
Cooperative agreement to provide training and technical assistance to potential and existing health centers and Primary Care Associations (PCAs) to strengthen the Consolidated Health Center Program.
Rural People, Rural Policy Initiative
Geographic Coverage: West Virginia, Kentucky, Ohio, Tennessee, Maryland, Virginia, Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana, New Mexico, Arizona
Application deadline: Jan 25, 2008
A multi-year national initiative that energizes and equips rural organizations and networks to shape policy that will improve the lives of rural people and the vitality of rural communities.
Rural People, Rural Policy Participation Request Statement Grant Applications
Application deadline: Jan 25, 2008
Grants for participation in the Rural People, Rural Policy Network.
Seva Foundation Native American Grants Program
Application deadline: Jan 25, 2008
Grants to Native American led organizations working to devise solutions to the challenges that face their communities.
Grants for the Integration of Schools and Mental Health Systems
Application deadline: Jan 30, 2008
Provides funds to state educational agencies, local educational agencies, and Indian tribes to improve students’ access to mental health services by creating innovative linkages between school systems and mental health systems.
HeartRescue Grant Program
Application deadline: Feb 1, 2008
Grants to increase awareness and education of sudden cardiac death, early defibrillation, and the need for early intervention among community leaders, first responder organizations and the public.
2008 Grants to Indian Tribal Governments Program
Letter of Intent (Optional): Jan 30, 2008
Application deadline: Feb 6, 2008
Funding to improve the ability of Indian tribal governments to respond to crimes of violence committed against Alaska Native and American Indian women.
Service Expansion in Mental Health/Substance Abuse Services
Application deadline: Feb 12, 2008
The goal of this funding opportunity is to increase the number of health center grantees that provide access to Mental Health/Substance Abuse Services.
Service Expansion in Oral Health Services
Application deadline: Feb 13, 2008
The goal of this funding opportunity is to increase the number of health center grantees that provide access to oral health services.
Indian Alcohol and Substance Abuse Program (IASAP)
Application deadline: Feb 14, 2008
Grants to develop or enhance tribal justice systems, with a special focus on reducing crime associated with the distribution and abuse of alcohol and controlled substances.
Avon Foundation Breast Care Fund (AFBCF)
Application deadline: Feb 15, 2008
Grants for breast cancer early detection programs.
Nancy R. Gelman Foundation Seed Grant Competition
Application deadline: Feb 20, 2008
Funding for projects aimed at improving outcomes for women with breast cancer.
Public Health Conference Support Grant Program
Letter of Intent (Optional): Feb 1, 2008
Application deadline: Mar 3, 2008
Grants to provide partial support for specific non-Federal conferences in the areas of health promotion and disease prevention information and education programs, and applied research.
2008 Shade Structure Program
Application deadline: Mar 5, 2008
Funds for the purchase for permanent shade structures to non-profit organizations in need of shade for outdoor locations.
CPS TechCrew
What is it?
TechCrew is designed to enrich students’ educational experience and job readiness skills. This is accomplished by providing students with a TechCrew coordinator and the training and framework necessary to carry out basic computer problem resolution within the confines of their school.
What is the turnaround time? Are there any other parameters?
TechCrew requires principals or technology coordinators to participate in an information session. If the school decides to participate, the designated TechCrew coordinator(s) must also participate in a training session. Upon completion of the training session and recruitment of student participants, TechCrew will be operational.
How do I request service?
To request information about TechCrew or to register for an information session, contact Victor Herrera at TechCrew@cps.k12.il.us.
What is the cost?
No, there is no cost for this service. However, the school is responsible for the TechCrew coordinator stipend.
What curriculum do the students use ? How do I recruit students?
TechCrew is designed to enrich students’ educational experience and job readiness skills. This is accomplished by providing students with a TechCrew coordinator and the training and framework necessary to carry out basic computer problem resolution within the confines of their school.
What is the turnaround time? Are there any other parameters?
TechCrew requires principals or technology coordinators to participate in an information session. If the school decides to participate, the designated TechCrew coordinator(s) must also participate in a training session. Upon completion of the training session and recruitment of student participants, TechCrew will be operational.
How do I request service?
To request information about TechCrew or to register for an information session, contact Victor Herrera at TechCrew@cps.k12.il.us.
What is the cost?
No, there is no cost for this service. However, the school is responsible for the TechCrew coordinator stipend.
What curriculum do the students use ? How do I recruit students?
TechCrew Impact
TechCrew Inspires: “The experience you gain from being part of TechCrew is immeasurable. TechCrew helped me to find my passion for technology.”
-Gabino Noriega, Former TechCrew Participant
TechCrew Helps Educators: “TechCrew helps out students academically and has allowed students to assume leadership roles and to gain confidence through their experience.”
-Brian Surina, TechCrew Coordinator, Phoenix Military Academy
TechCrew Saves Money: “TechCrew is a positive experience for the school and the students because the students achieve the skills necessary to perform in this field while the school is able to allocate funding to other educational programs.”
-Joellen-Zielazinski, Budget Manager, Kelly High School
TechCrew Increases Attendance: “We recognize that student attendance and graduation are increasingly important issues facing public schools. We are looking to target specific schools as we have seen TechCrew have a positive impact in these areas.”
-Victor Herrera, Student Technology Services Manger
TechCrew Improves Performance: “Twenty-first century technology is a shopisticted, cutting edge, and ever changing industry. We want our students to be at the forefront of that industry, and TechCrew is a good place for them to start.”
-Arshele C. Stevens, Chief Information Officer
-Gabino Noriega, Former TechCrew Participant
TechCrew Helps Educators: “TechCrew helps out students academically and has allowed students to assume leadership roles and to gain confidence through their experience.”
-Brian Surina, TechCrew Coordinator, Phoenix Military Academy
TechCrew Saves Money: “TechCrew is a positive experience for the school and the students because the students achieve the skills necessary to perform in this field while the school is able to allocate funding to other educational programs.”
-Joellen-Zielazinski, Budget Manager, Kelly High School
TechCrew Increases Attendance: “We recognize that student attendance and graduation are increasingly important issues facing public schools. We are looking to target specific schools as we have seen TechCrew have a positive impact in these areas.”
-Victor Herrera, Student Technology Services Manger
TechCrew Improves Performance: “Twenty-first century technology is a shopisticted, cutting edge, and ever changing industry. We want our students to be at the forefront of that industry, and TechCrew is a good place for them to start.”
-Arshele C. Stevens, Chief Information Officer
TechCrew Spotlight
Geek Squad Summer Academy
"Geek Squad"
Paula Gómez, Univision Television Group
CHICAGO, Hay un curso en las Escuelas Públicas de Chicago que convierte a los estudiantes en expertos en tecnología. Los agentes del Geek Squad se auto describen como “un escuadrón de gente medio excéntrica”. Ellos se dedican a arreglar computadoras y cualquier aparato electrónico. ¿Qué tienen que ver estos expertos con la educación? Ellos son los maestros que se dedican a impartir un curso especial de verano sobre tecnología en las Escuelas Públicas de Chicago (CPS) llamado Geek Squad Summer Academy. El enfoque del programa es despertar entre los jóvenes la pasión por la tecnología con la esperanza de que muchos escojan incursionar en una carrera en este campo. El curso dura tan sólo una semana pero eso es tiempo suficiente, según los organizadores, para enseñarle a los jóvenes cómo armar y desarmar una computadora. Los estudiantes también aprenden cómo crear sus propias páginas en la Internet y aprenden entre otras lecciones a proteger sus datos personales al usar la tecnología. El cupo para participar en el programa actualmente es limitado pero representantes de CPS esperan expandirlo con el tiempo. Si deseas más información sobre Geek Squad Summer Academy puedes visitar la página de Internet www.gssummeracademy.com
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