GRANT AND FUNDING INFORMATION

NSTA: Distinguished Service to Science Education Award
The National Science Teachers Association Distinguished Service to Science Education Award recognizes those who, through active leadership and scholarly endeavor over a significant period of time, have made extraordinary contributions to the advancement of education in the sciences and science teaching. Maximum award: formal citation; three nights' hotel accommodation and up to $500 toward expenses to attend the NSTA National Conference, March 10-13, 2011, San Francisco. Eligibility: NSTA members who have shown long-term dedication to science education. Deadline: November 30, 2010.
http://www.nsta.org/about/awards.aspx#distservice

NSTA: Delta Education/Frey-Neo/CPO Science Awards
The Delta Education/Frey-Neo/CPO Science Awards for Excellence in Inquiry-based Science Teaching will honor full-time PreK-12 teachers of science who successfully use inquiry-based science to enhance teaching and learning in their classroom. Maximum award: $1,500 toward expenses to attend the NSTA National Conference, March 10-13, 2011, San Francisco; and $1,500 for the awardee. Eligibility: PreK-12 teachers. Deadline: November 30, 2010.
http://www.nsta.org/about/awards.aspx#delta

AIAA: Classroom grants
American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Foundation Classroom Grants are awarded to encourage excellence in educating students about math, science, technology, and engineering. Eligibility: current AIAA Educator Associate or AIAA Professional members actively engaged as K-12 classroom educators. Maximum award: $200. Deadline: November 30, 2010.
http://www.aiaa.org/content.cfm?pageid=244

Donors Choose.org
This is an ongoing program with an interesting premise. Teachers propose projects and post them on this site, and donors make donations to help the project come to fruition:
http://www.donorschoose.org/about/how_it_works.html

Clorox: Power a Bright Future Grants
Clorox Power a Bright Future Grants aim to provide necessary resources to help support school programs that enrich kids' lives. Maximum award: $50,000. Eligibility: Anyone at least 18 years old at time of entry can nominate an accredited K-12, public or private school program. Deadline: September 27, 2010.
http://clorox.promo.eprize.com/brightfuture/?affiliate_id=Inbound5

U.S. Government: Fulbright Classroom Teacher Exchange Program
The Fulbright Classroom Teacher Exchange Program provides opportunities for teachers to participate in direct exchanges of positions with colleagues from other countries for a semester or academic year. By living and working in the cultures of their host countries, Fulbright teachers gain an understanding and appreciation of the similarities and differences in national cultures and education systems. Maximum award: year-long or semester-long direct exchange of teaching positions with a counterpart in another country teaching the same subject(s) at the same level. Eligibility: full-time U.S. teachers. Deadline: October 15, 2010.
http://www.fulbrightteacherexchange.org/cte.cfm

Prudential: Spirit of Community Awards
The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards honor young people in grades 5 through 12 who have demonstrated exemplary voluntary service to their communities. Maximum award: $1,000 and a trip to Washington, D.C. Eligibility: Students grades 5-12 who have conducted a volunteer service activity within the past year. Deadline: November 1, 2010.
http://spirit.prudential.com/view/page/soc

State Farm: Company Grants
State Farm is committed to meeting the needs of communities by giving in three areas: Safe Neighbors (safety), Strong Neighborhoods (community development), and Education Excellence (education). Maximum award: varies. Eligibility: nonprofit, 501(c)3 organizations; Canadian charitable organizations, educational institutions, and governmental entities. Deadline: October 31, 2010.
http://www.statefarm.com/about/part_spos/grants/cogrants.asp

CVS Caremark: Community Grants
CVS Caremark Community Grants support programs that promote independence among children with disabilities, including physical and occupational therapies, speech and hearing therapies, and assistive technology and recreational therapies. Eligibility: nonprofit organizations that serve children with disabilities, located in a state that has a CVS pharmacy/store. Maximum award: $5,000. Deadline: October 31, 2010.
http://info.cvscaremark.com/community/our-impact/community-grants/children-disabilities

NSTA: DCAT Association "Making a Difference" Award
The Drug, Chemical & Associated Technologies Association "Making a Difference" Award recognizes excellence in a science program developed and implemented by middle-level science teachers, grades 6–8. Entries must show innovative and effective teaching strategies combined with a science program that has influenced students to explore and investigate science and its application to global problems.
Maximum award: $2,500 to be used to enhance or expand the winning science program; the winning school's lead science teacher and principal will be awarded coach airfare and two nights' hotel accommodation to attend NSTA's National Conference March 10–13, 2011 in San Francisco. Eligibility: innovative middle-level science programs. Deadline: November 30, 2010.
http://www.nsta.org/about/awards.aspx?lid=abt#dcat

NSTA: Wendell G. Mohling Outstanding Aerospace Educator Award
The Wendell G. Mohling Outstanding Aerospace Educator Award recognizes excellence in the field of aerospace education. The recipient will be honored during the Awards Banquet and the Aerospace Educators Luncheon at the annual NSTA Conference. Maximum award: $3,000; plus $2,000 in expenses to attend NSTA's National Conference March 10–13, 2011 in San Francisco. Eligibility: K–12 teachers of science in formal education settings (elementary, middle, high school). Individuals must be nominated and have a minimum of three years teaching experience. Self-nominations will be accepted. Deadline: November 30, 2010.
http://www.nsta.org/about/awards.aspx?lid=abt#aerospace

ASCAP Foundation: Grants for Music Education
The ASCAP Foundation is now considering proposals from organizations engaging in music education and talent development programs that support music education for aspiring songwriters and composers. Maximum award: $3,000. Eligibility: 501(c)3 organizations. Deadline: October 1, 2010.
http://www.ascapfoundation.org/grants.html

Freedoms Foundation: Leavey Awards for Excellence in Private Enterprise Education
The Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge Leavey Awards for Excellence in Private Enterprise Education honor outstanding educators who excite a commitment in their students to the free enterprise system and unleash the entrepreneurial skills of their students at the elementary, junior high school, high school, and college level. Maximum award: $15,000. Eligibility: teachers at schools (K-12), colleges, and universities. Deadline: November 30, 2010.
http://www.freedomsfoundation.org/Leavy-Awards.cfm