Grant of the Week: UnitedHealthcare Children's Foundation

These "grants provide financial relief for families who have children with medical needs not covered or not fully covered by their commercial health benefit plan. The Foundation aims to fill the gap between what medical services/items your child needs and what your commercial health benefit plan will pay for" (http://www.uhccf.org/apply_applicant.html)

Eligibility:

• Grant applications requesting assistance for dental or orthodontic treatment unrelated to a serious medical condition are excluded from grant consideration.
  
• The applicant must be 16 years old or younger and live in the United States and receive and pay for care/items in the United States.
  
• The applicant must be covered by a commercial health benefit plan and limits for the requested service are either exceeded, or no coverage is available and/or the copayments are a serious financial burden on the family. The UnitedHealthcare Children's Foundation requires a commercial health benefit plan.

(Source: http://www.uhccf.org/criteria_new.html)

For complete guidelines and application information, visit http://www.uhccf.org/apply.html.

Grant Links: September 5, 2008

UW-Madison: Faculty Development Opportunities in Vietnam, India and China (scroll down to headline)

UW-Madison: Graduate Student International Field Research Awards

UW-Madison: Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine Center Graduate Fellowships

UW-Madison: Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine Center Postdoctoral Fellowships

UW-Madison: Upcoming deadlines for CIBER grant opportunities (scroll down to headline)

Green Bay/De Pere, WI: Business women offer 2 scholarships

WI: Enrollment Deadline for UW-Madison Farm & Industry Short Course is October 1

US: USBC Star of Tomorrow application deadline approaching

Grant Links: August 26, 2008

WI: Disaster aid registration extended

WI: DNR grants available for landowners to help rare plants and animals

FAQs: Many options available for those seeking grants

FC Proposal Writing Seminar Coming to Madison in September!

Wednesday, September 24 in Madison
Foundation Center Proposal Writing Seminar

For every grantseeker who wants to learn how to write proposals geared to foundations, and for experienced grantseekers who are initiating a foundation fundraising campaign.

More than 36,000 grantseekers have strengthened their skills with our most popular seminar. Expert instructors will teach you to craft a comprehensive, compelling proposal package—step by step. You'll hear what grantmakers have to say about proposals, and gain valuable insight into the review process.

“To hear what grantmakers have actually said about proposals made this course even more instructive. I'd recommend it to any serious fundraiser.”
– Fundraising Consultant, Philadelphia

BENEFITS
Gain the competitive edge with a well-crafted proposal package
Learn the best way to present your information
Humanize your story to present a compelling picture
Convince funders to become part of your success and stay committed

TOPICS
Cover letter, executive summary; your message to the grantmaker
Statement of need; choosing data to support your case
Comprehensive project descriptions; your proof of project planning
Organizational overview, conclusion, appendices
Researching the funder to position your proposal
The grantmaker's proposal review process

BONUSES
Applicable for six continuing education points for CFRE International initial or recertification
Free copy of The Foundation Center's Guide to Proposal Writing, 5th Edition (a $34.95 value)
Workbook outlining all major course topics

INSTRUCTOR JANE GEEVER
Founder of J.C. Geever, Inc., the first woman-led fundraising company admitted into membership in the American Association of Fund Raising Counsel (AAFRC), Jane is the author of The Foundation Center's Guide to Proposal Writing, now in its 5th edition. She lectures nationwide on subjects related to grantsmanship, volunteerism, and philanthropy.

Course date: Wednesday, September 24 in Madison
Registration fee: $195 REGISTER ONLINE

Grant of the Week: Reilly Baldwin Wisconsin Idea Endowment

Pre-proposals are due in UW-Madison Dean/Director's Office on Wednesday, September 24, 2008.

"The Provost's Office is soliciting proposals from [UW] faculty, staff and students for the annual Ira and Ineva Reilly Baldwin Wisconsin Idea Endowment competition. The endowment is intended to advance The Wisconsin Idea through the development of new and innovative initiatives and new dimensions to existing outreach activities by creating partnerships and collaborations, and sharing and applying knowledge.

"This year [they] will grant up to $750,000 for projects that begin on or after January 16, 2009. Proposals for initiatives up to $120,000 total funding are encouraged, and projects may last for up to three years.

The Ira and Ineva Reilly Baldwin Wisconsin Idea Endowment call for proposals involves two steps: 1) UW-Madison faculty, staff or students must first submit a pre-proposal; and 2) individuals whose pre-proposals are accepted will be invited to submit a full proposal. Pre- and full proposals must be signed by the department chair/unit director and a dean's/director's representative before submission to the Office of the Provost.Pre-proposals are due in your Dean's office by the end of the day, Wednesday, September 24, 2008. Signed copies of the pre-proposals are due in the Provost's Office by Wednesday, October 1. We will announce pre-proposals finalists by Wednesday, October 29.

"For complete endowment details, including pre-proposal guidelines, cover page, budget submission form, directions and a list of previously funded programs, see <http://www.provost.wisc.edu/baldwin/>. Questions should be directed to Peyton Smith, the endowment chair and assistant vice chancellor, 262-8214, or " (http://www.provost.wisc.edu/baldwin/pre_call.html).

Grant of the Week: Fellowships for New Americans

The Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans are grants for up to two years of graduate study in the United States.

"Under the terms of the program, a "New American" is an individual who 1) is a resident alien (i.e., holds a Green Card); or 2) has been naturalized as a U.S. citizen; or 3) is the child of two parents who are both naturalized citizens" (http://www.pdsoros.org/requirements.html#question2).

"A fellow may pursue a graduate degree in any professional field (e.g., engineering, medicine, law, social work, etc.) or scholarly discipline in the humanities, social sciences, and sciences. The fine and performing arts are included" (http://www.pdsoros.org/requirements.html#question5).

Deadline to apply is November 1, 2008.

For complete eligibility info, requirements, and application information, see http://www.pdsoros.org/index.html.

New Book on Scholarship Essays in GIC

How to Write a Winning Scholarship Essay: 30 Essays That Won Over $3 Million in Scholarships by Gen and Kelly Tanabe.

GIC Call #: LB2338 T36 2006