The Forecast of Funding Opportunities is by no means a complete list (although it is well-researched and pretty comprehensive). The intention behind it is to give faculty, staff and divisions enough lead time to plan and develop their projects and proposals. Many of these opportunities are annual so if you miss one this year, it is usually held again at approximately the same time the following year. If you come across any opportunities that you think should be added to this list, please email me at ywu-craig@chabotcollege.edu. Thank you for your interest!
Grants Year-End Report -
Spring 2007
Funding Opportunities for Individual Faculty/Staff - April 2007
Funding Opportunities for College Programs - March 2007
Funding Opportunities for Individual Faculty/Staff - Nov/Dec 2006
Funding Opportunities for College Programs - November 2006
March 2004
December 2003
September 2003
August 2002
May 2002
Fund for Instructional Improvement 2002
April 2002
March 2002
Fund for Student Success 2002
December 2001
November 2001
September 2001
FACULTY HUMANITIES WORKSHOPS
NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE HUMANITIES (NEH)
http://www.neh.gov/grants/guidelines/facworkshops.html
These grants (formerly known as Humanities Focus Grants) support faculty development workshops in humanities disciplines. Workshops should extend and deepen knowledge of the humanities by fostering collaborative study of significant topics, texts, and issues; provide faculty with the opportunity to engage in rigorous intellectual inquiry; involve scholars from outside the institution; use creative formats and programs to engage faculty; and advance the study and teaching of the humanities at the participating institution. Funds may be used to pay for guest scholars and visiting consultants, books and other materials, logistical support, and appropriate release time for project staff. Awards to single colleges provide up to $30,000; two or more collaborating colleges can receive up to $75,000. NEH encourages potential applicants to consult with a program officer prior to grant submission.
TEACHER PROFESSIONAL CONTINUUM (TPC)
NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION
http://www.ehr.nsf.gov/due/programs/tpc/
The Teacher Professional Continuum program addresses critical issues and needs regarding the recruitment, preparation, enhancement, and retention of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) teachers for grades K-12. Its goals are to improve the quality and coherence of teacher learning experiences across the continuum (including pre-service teachers). Funds support research studies, resources for professional development, and conferences and symposia. The program anticipates funding 25-35 awards ranging from $100,000 per year to $500,000 per year over 1-5 year grant periods depending on the grant category. It is worth noting that the NSF did not receive as many applications as expected in the last TPC competition (only received 15 applications with funding available for 25 grants). If this trend continues, the level of competition for strong TPC proposals may be low.
GRANTS FOR JEWISH LITERATURE
DISCUSSION PROGRAMS
AMERICAN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION
http://ala.org/ala/ppo/currentprograms/letstalkaboutit/letstalkaboutit.htm
The American Library Association and Nextbook, an online gateway to Jewish literature, culture, and ideas, have announced Let's Talk About It: Jewish Literature, a new reading and discussion program for libraries interested in exploring Jewish literature and culture with their patrons. The program aims to expand audiences for Jewish literature nationwide. Public and academic libraries are invited to apply. All participating libraries will receive a $1,500 grant to support training, program materials, and participating scholars.