AAUW (formerly American Association of University Women)

Purpose:  The Community Action Grants Program provides funds for innovative programs or non-degree research projects that promote education and equality for women and girls. Special consideration is given to projects focused on kindergarten through grade 12 and community college girls’ and women’s achievement in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics, and to those projects that seek community partners such as local schools or school districts, businesses, and other community-based organizations.

One-year grants fund community-based projects that include clearly defined activities promoting education and equality for women and girls with direct community or public impact. Two-year grants provide start-up funds for new projects that address local community needs and develop girls’ sense of efficacy through leadership, advocacy, or training opportunities.

Eligibility:  Eligible applicants are individuals, AAUW branches and AAUW state organizations, and local community-based nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status. Funding supports project-related expense categories including, but not limited to, advertising; office supplies; professional fees and honoraria for speakers; equipment purchases; transportation; meals, food, beverages, or lodging for camps or related activities.  Funds are not available for salaries, tuition, or scholarships.

Amount available per project:   One-year awards range from $2,000 to $7,000, and two-year awards range from $5,000 to $10,000.

Deadline for Applications to Funding Agency: January 15, 2017

District Guidelines:  An Intent to Submit form must be completed and sent to the Office of Community Development before applying for any grant for Humble ISD. Please contact Adrianne Holmes at the Office of Community Development at 281-641-8141 for more information.

Link to opportunity:   http://www.aauw.org/what-we-do/educational-funding-and-awards/community-action-grants/  

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