Grants to USA, Canada, and International early-stage entrepreneurs to be used for their businesses. The winners will be chosen at random from the pool of applicants. Eligible businesses should be making a
positive impact in their local communities and may be from a wide variety of industries.

In-kind grants of materials and resources to USA public middle schools, elementary schools, Head Start programs, and preschools to implement STEM learning programs. Priority is given to schools that serve Title I students. The purpose of the program is to assist students in feeling confident and capable with science and technology, and to develop their STEM Identity and Technology Fluency.

Grants of $20,000 and in-kind services to USA small businesses to honor their community impact. Businesses must be nominated by a third party in order to be eligible. Nominated businesses should have a history of integrity, perseverance, and positive community impact. In addition to a cash grant, winners
will also receive online features and free access to marketing and accounting software.

Contracts for services to Iowa eligible child care providers to provide full-time early education programming. Eligible expenses include, but are not limited to, transportation costs, salaries of classroom staff, and recruitment and retention of staff. The application must be a collaboration between a Statewide Voluntary Preschool Program (SWVPP) and a Licensed Child Care Center.

Grants to Colorado-licensed early childcare centers to improve the availability of childcare in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support early childhood training programs and to expand the number of early childcare spots. The grant program seeks to advance the professional development and retention of qualified staff members.

In-kind support to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations, daycare centers, and schools in eligible areas to encourage reading. The program is intended to provide gently used, age appropriate books to organizations to encourage youth literacy.

Grants to USA, Canada, or International entrepreneurs or small business owners to help them launch their business. Funding is available for marketing expenses, improving operations, or initiating
a new business. Applications are accepted from entrepreneurs in all sectors, including creatives, consultants, online, and brick-and-mortar businesses.

Grants to USA nonprofits and government agencies in multiple states for a range of programs that benefit local communities where the funding source operates. Funding is intended to support the priority areas of health, conservation and the environment, empowering families and individuals for success,
and early childhood education (birth to five years).

Grants to Mississippi nonprofit organizations, government agencies, educational consortia, tribes, LEAs, charter schools, faith and community-based organizations, IHEs, and for-profit
corporations to provide after-school programs for children and youth. Applicants must demonstrate extensive knowledge of current instructional strategies and programming methods for elementary and secondary students. Funding is intended for programs and services that support academic achievement,
enrichment activities, and youth development, along with family and community engagement.

Grants of $50,000 and in-kind support to USA entrepreneurs for business development. Funding is intended to allow small businesses to purchase a commercial vehicle to improve the functioning of the company. A commercial vehicle is defined as any truck, car, bus, van, or other automobile that is used for
business purposes. Grant recipients will also be invited to attend
a business development program.

Grants of up to $20,000 to New York school districts, nonprofit and charter schools, and residential childcare institutions to enhance food services. Some applicants are required to prequalify prior to submitting a proposal. The purpose of this program is to improve the infrastructure of the National School
Lunch Program (NSLP). These funds will allow SFAs to purchase equipment needed to serve healthier meals, support scratch cooking, improve the overall quality of meals, improve food safety, and expand access and help to support the establishment, maintenance, or expansion of the School
Breakfast Program (SBP).

Grants to USA municipalities, schools, daycare centers, recreation centers, non-profit and faith-based organizations, and private residents to enhance outdoor play areas. Funding is intended for playground structure upgrades or new playground structures throughout the country. The goal of the funding
program is to enable applicants to increase their budgets for the purchase of playground equipment and give children the opportunity to learn, interact, and develop. Orders must be available for immediate shipment.