Educational Potential: A Guide to Colorado's Education Grants

 

Colorado is demonstrating its commitment to education through several proposed grant programs aimed at accelerating academic growth, preventing school violence, and supporting educator development. Here's an overview of the grants available in Colorado based on the information provided:

Colorado Education Grant Programs

Aim High Afterschool Alliance Awards

  • Description: Recognizes outstanding afterschool programs.

  • Amount: Varies.

  • Duration: 1 year.

  • Eligibility: K-12 programs operational for at least two years.

  • Website: Afterschool Alliance Awards

  • Deadline: Typically in spring.

Boulder Valley School District Opportunities

  • Description: Provides various funding opportunities for district schools to enhance educational programs.

  • Amount: Varies.

  • Eligibility: Schools within the Boulder Valley School District.

  • Website: Typically available on the district's official site.

Colorado Academic Accelerator Grant (CO-AAP)

  • Description: Supports programs that advance academic performance in key areas.

  • Amount: Varies.

  • Eligibility: Educational institutions in Colorado.

  • Website: Usually listed on Colorado's department of education site.

Colorado Computer Science Teacher Education Grant Program

  • Description: Enhances computer science education by providing professional development for teachers.

  • Amount: Varies.

  • Eligibility: K-12 schools and educators in Colorado.

  • Website: Found on the Colorado Department of Education site.

Colorado Department of Education

  • Description: Offers grants to improve educational outcomes across various disciplines.

  • Amount: Varies by program.

  • Eligibility: Public and charter schools, nonprofits in Colorado.

  • Website: Colorado Department of Education

Colorado Space Grant Consortium

  • Description: Provides funding for space-related research and education.

  • Amount: Varies.

  • Eligibility: Students and faculty at member institutions.

  • Website: Colorado Space Grant Consortium

Colorado State Libraries Grant

  • Description: Supports library programs and services across the state.

  • Amount: Varies.

  • Eligibility: Public libraries in Colorado.

  • Website: Available through the Colorado State Library's website.

Colorado State University STEM Center

  • Description: Offers funding to support STEM education initiatives.

  • Amount: Varies.

  • Eligibility: CSU departments or affiliated schools.

  • Website: Check CSU's STEM Center resources.

Computer Science Teacher Education Grant

  • Description: Provides resources for professional development in computer science teaching.

  • Amount: Varies.

  • Eligibility: K-12 schools and educators.

  • Website: Typically found on department of education websites.

Daniels Fund

  • Description: Offers grants for education, health, and community service programs.

  • Amount: Varies.

  • Eligibility: Nonprofits and educational institutions in Colorado and surrounding states.

  • Website: Daniels Fund

Distance Learning & Telemedicine Grants

Dominion Energy

  • Description: Supports community education and environmental stewardship programs.

  • Amount: Varies.

  • Eligibility: Nonprofits and schools in service areas.

  • Website: Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation

IDA Rocky Mountain Branch

  • Description: Funds programs that support individuals with dyslexia and related learning differences.

  • Amount: Varies.

  • Eligibility: Nonprofits and educational institutions.

  • Website: IDA Rocky Mountain Branch

IEEE Foundation Grants

  • Description: Supports projects advancing technology for humanity.

  • Amount: Up to $100,000.

  • Eligibility: IEEE units, nonprofits, educational institutions.

  • Website: IEEE Foundation Grants

Insamuch Foundation

  • Description: Provides grants to enrich education, health, and human services.

  • Amount: Varies.

  • Eligibility: Nonprofits.

  • Website: Insamuch Foundation

Intel

  • Description: Supports education in STEM and community development projects.

  • Amount: Varies.

  • Website: Intel

Motorola Solutions Foundation

PNC Grow Up Great Early Childhood Grant

  • Description: Supports early childhood education programs.

  • Amount: Varies.

  • Eligibility: Nonprofit organizations.

  • Website: PNC Grow Up Great

Rose Community Foundation

  • Description: Supports initiatives in education, health, and Jewish life in Colorado.

  • Amount: Varies.

  • Eligibility: Nonprofits in the Greater Denver area.

  • Website: Rose Community Foundation

The Denver Foundation

  • Description: Supports a wide range of community projects in the Denver area.

  • Amount: Varies.

  • Eligibility: Nonprofits serving Denver.

  • Website: The Denver Foundation

The Dottie Lamm Leadership Award

  • Description: Recognizes outstanding female leaders in various fields.

  • Amount: Scholarship awards.

  • Eligibility: Women in Colorado.

  • Website: Found through various women’s leadership organizations in Colorado.

The Gannett Foundation

  • Description: Supports nonprofits in Gannett communities focusing on education.

  • Amount: $1,000-$10,000.

  • Website: Gannett Foundation

The Women's Foundation of Colorado

Toshiba America Foundation

  • Description: Supports K-12 science and mathematics education projects.

  • Amount: Up to $5,000 (grades K-5) / Up to $10,000 (grades 6-12).

  • Website: Toshiba America Foundation

This grant represents a significant opportunity for educational institutions in Colorado to develop and expand their STEM programming. For more details on eligibility and application procedures, it's recommended to contact the Colorado Department of Education or visit the provided Info & Application link.

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