Service Learning Mini-grants Request for Proposals 2009-2010

TEAMS/AmeriCorps is pleased to announce the availability of a new round of mini-grants ranging from $300-$1000 for service learning projects. Current TEAMS Fellows are invited to submit proposals for mini-grants to integrate service-learning into a course that will demonstrate clear learning outcomes while addressing an identified community need.

The grant funding deadlines are as follows; November 6, 2009, January 8, 2010 and February 5, 2010.

Please email your questions to teams.grants@gmail.com

Successful proposals will include the following:
• Realistic and measurable objectives;
• Community building within the classroom;
• Youth voice that is evident in the planning, implementation and evaluation of the project;
• Explicit and meaningful linkages between high quality service and the curriculum;
• Where possible, curriculum that is linked to academic content standards
• Potential impact of the service project to address community needs;
• Reflection activities that are built into the project
• Evaluation plans that are clear and realistic
• A clear and realistic budget that is tied directly to service project objectives

Application Process
• A summary description or abstract of the project being proposed
• A completed mini-grant application form (word doc for download available)
• A complete budget (template available)
• A signed letter of support from the school principal

Please note, only complete applications submitted electronically will be reviewed. No handwritten or mailed applications will be considered. E-mail your completed application to teams.grants@gmail.com.