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KnowledgeBases > The Positive Learning Climates KnowledgeBase > Element 3 > Activity 3 > Task 3: Investigate Non-Governmental Resources

Guideline:

There are many grant opportunities available to public schools through not-for-profit foundations and corporations with a focus on education. District staff members and principals should be aware of these possibilities and be encouraged to explore possible grants related to school safety.

Guidelines A Business Guide to Support Employee and Family Involvement in Education _EXTERNAL_LINK

This guidebook developed by The Conference Board and available from the U.S. Department of Education's website "provides business leaders and their education and community partners with information and guidance about policies and practices that promote employee and family involvement in education, address workforce and student needs, and support education initiatives within communities. The material includes practical applications and examples from employers who are actively participating in these efforts."

Guidelines Acquiring and Utilizing Resources to Enhance a Safe Learning Environment _EXTERNAL_LINK

This guide developed by Education Northwest, formerly the Northwest Regional Educational Laboratory helps educators identify and use resources to aid in creating a positive learning environment.

References Glossary of Philanthropy-related Terms _EXTERNAL_LINK

This link to the Foundation Center website provides a glossary of philanthropy-related terminology.

References K12Grants.org _EXTERNAL_LINK

This link to the K12Grants.org website provides a list of grants available to schools organized by category, including grants from the federal and state levels.

References The Writing Successful Grants KnowledgeBase

The MC3 Writing Successful Grants KnowledgeBase provides resources to help districts, schools, and others write a grant application with the greatest possible chance of success.

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