Grant Name: Books Across America
Funding Organization: The NEA Foundation
Grant Cycle: Applications must be submitted as an
e-mail attachment and sent to libraryaward@nea.org. Only award recipients will
be notified in writing. We are currently not accepting applications.
Contact: Anita Merina
Phone: 202.822.7289
Website: http://www.neafoundation.org/pages/educators/grant-programs/books-across-america/
Email: libraryaward@nea.org
How to Apply: Please complete all three parts of this
application, save the document, and submit it as an e-mail attachment to
libraryaward@nea.org. For your convenience the applicant data sheet is
available in two formats: Microsoft Word
file or pdf file.
Remember to retain a copy for your files. Applications that do not comply with
the instructions or that include materials not specifically requested will not
be reviewed. Only applications received electronically as specified will be
considered. If you have questions pertaining to this award, please contact
Anita Merina at 202.822.7289.
Eligibility: Applicants must
meet all of the criteria listed below. Approved awards will be made to the
applicants' schools. Only one eligible applicant per school may submit an
application.
- The
applicant must be a practicing preK-12 school library media specialist,
teacher, or education support professional* in a U.S. public school.
- At least
70 percent of the students in the applicant’s school must be eligible for
the free or reduced-price lunch program.
- The
applicant must agree to serve as the contact person for the award and all
related public relations activities.
Background: The NEA
Foundation supports public school libraries serving economically disadvantaged
through periodic donations of books, grants and facility improvements. The NEA
Foundation provides this support in collaboration with the National Education
Association and the Pearson Charitable Foundation. Support is awarded
through an application process that is open to all public school educators who
meet the eligibility requirements below.
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