The following web links are the most updated online resources and are often highlighted in the monthly service learning e-Newsletter. Educators will find helpful information on how to promote and integrate service learning and volunteerism in to your school or program. Community agencies will find helpful information on how to build capacity and funding to serve their community.
Basic Elements of Grant Writing
http://www.cpb.org/grants/grantwriting.html
Basic Elements of Grant Writing by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting explores how successful grant writing involves the coordination of several activities, including planning, searching for data and resources, writing and packaging a proposal, submitting a proposal to a funder, and follow-up. This publication is an easy guide to these basic elements of grant writing.
California State University Community Service Learning Website
http://www.calstate.edu/CSL/
California State University launched a new website for Community Service Learning. This site provides information for Higher Education resources, as well as K-12 partnerships with the universities. Visit this site to find information on programs, resources, and contacts.
Constitutional Rights Foundation's Robinson Mini-Grant Program
http://www.crf-usa.org/network/robinap200.html
Constitutional Rights Foundation's Robinson Mini-Grant Program honors the late Maurice R. ("Robbie") Robinson, founder of Scholastic, Inc., champion of innovative education, and longtime supporter of effective citizenship education. Each year, thanks to a generous grant from The Maurice R. Robinson Fund of New York City, CRF awards mini-grants for K-12 service-learning projects designed to address serious community issues.
Funding Solutions for Small Nonprofit Organizations
http://www.nonprofit-innovations.com/
Funding Solutions for Small Nonprofit Organizations by Jeane Vogel is a collection of resources to help small nonprofit organizations fundraise, including ways to motivate your board, sample fundraising letters, and tips to improve your direct mail solicitation.
The 3M Corporate Contributions Program
www.3M.com/about3M/community/
The 3M Corporate Contributions Program awards grants in health and human services, with a focus on programs that strengthen families and youth development and arts and culture, with an emphasis on education and community outreach programs.
The Bank of America Foundation's Grant
www.bankofamerica.com/foundation
The Bank of America Foundation's primary goal is to support education. Grants are provided to nonprofit and educational organizations for early childhood development, financial literacy, and professional development for teachers.
The May Department Stores Company Foundation Grant
http://www1.mayco.com/common/com_index.jsp
The May Department Stores Company Foundation supports nonprofit organizations in the communities where company stores are located. The Foundation provides grants for programs that fall into the following major categories: health and welfare, including emergency medical care; education, including literacy; culture and the arts, including museums, gardens, public broadcasting, and music; and civic causes, including community festivals and parks and recreation.