April 2011 Opportunities

April 2011
Taos Pueblo Night Gary Lujan (Land Eagle), Taos Pueblo "Mother Earth is not a resource. She is an heirloom." David Ipinia, Yurok
Earth Day! April 22, 2011 World Wide Event! This year's theme: A Billion Acts of Green -- the largest environmental service campaign in the world www.earthday.org/earth-day-2011	International World Peace and Prayer Day 2011 June 18-21, 2011 Bdope, MN and the World "All Nations, All Faiths, One Prayer" means respecting each others traditions, cultures, and religions worldpeaceandprayerday2011.org/	4th Annual Native American 5K National Championships and Community Run June 18, 2011 Albuquerque, NM Calling all former Haskell track and cross-country runners to attend. Open to all AI/AN/Ca Aboriginals, ages toddler-adults. Contact: SportsWarriorsTC@aol.com
AIM National Conference Nov 22-26, 2011 Sunrise Ceremony, Alcatraz Island: Nov 25, 2011 San Francisco, CA	NMAI's Artist Leadership Program Deadline: May 2, 2011 November or December 2011 Washington D.C. Enables indigenous artists to research and network at the NMAI. http://foundationcenter.org/	Tribal Touring Program From the American Indian Film Institute "A grassroots opportunity for Indian kids to learn hands-on about filmmaking. It's the most successful program I've personally seen in action. Wes Studi (Geronimo, Last of the Mohicans) http://www.aifisf.com/ttp/
HONOR THE EARTH GRANTMAKING PROGRAM Deadline: April 15 Supporting organizations promoting indigenous wisdom and who have little access to government or tribal resources. http://www.honorearth.org/	5th Annual Rabbit and Bear Paws Colouring Contest Deadline: May 25th, 2011 Contest for youth 3-15 to color picture for Rabbit and Bear Paws, the award-winning series of Anishinabek graphic novels. www.rabbitandbearpaws.com/	Dare to Dream Grants Deadline: April 15, 2011 Funds experiences for girls designed to help them gain a new perspective on their own abilities and goals. http://bit.ly/dIL5EV
Global Youth Service Day April 15-17, 2011 How are you going to change your world on Global Youth Service Day?www.GYSD.org	Small Spirits: Dolls from the National Museum of the American Indian Mar 5 - Feb 12, 2012, NMAI, Washington, D.C.	The Advanced Placement Incentive Awards Deadline: April 15, 2011 Designed to increase the successful participation of low-income high school students in advanced placement courses and tests. http://www2.ed.gov/l
Adopt-A-Beach Day April 20 - May 4, 2011 Great Lakes Join thousands of volunteers to remove trash from a beach area and collect data on the findings. http://www.greatlakes.org/	Protecting Our Children" Conference April 17-20, 2011 Anchorage, Alaska The National American Indian Conference on Child Abuse and Neglect www.nicwa.org/conference	Alcoa Global Service Leaders Scholarship Program Deadline: April 22, 2011 August 1-14, 2011 Vancouver Island Full scholarships allow students ages 15-18 to attend ICL's 2011 Summer Academy, http://iclny.org/
Basic Math/Pre Algebra Seminar for Grades 3-9 Deadline: April 22, 2011 April 28-29, 2011 Albuquerque, NM Designed for American Indian Teachers, Administrators, Tutors, Para-Educators, Homework Assistance Aides, and Parents. www.aecdinc.org	USDA/RUS Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant Program Deadline: April 25, 2011 Provides access to education, training and health care resources for people in rural America. http://www.nativephilanthropy.org/	Mobilizing Action Toward Community Health Deadline: April 27, 2011 Supports tribal and other groups addressing Education, Income and Employment, Family and Social Connectedness, and Community Safety. http://www.rwjf.org
Left Tilt Fund Grants Deadline: April 25, 2011 Funds for social justice organizations http://www.lefttiltfund.org/	We (Heart) Action Scholarships Deadline: April 26, 2011 College scholarships to students committed to rethinking what's possible and making a difference. http://bit.ly/hEiqTW	Jack Kent Cooke Foundation: Young Scholars Program Deadline: April 25, 2011 Provides individualized educational services for high-achieving youth to develop their talents and abilities. 1. www.jkcf.org/
The Great Central U.S. Shake Out April 28, 2011, 10:15 a.m. Central Time Participate in the Largest Midwest Earthquake Drill Ever http://www.shakeout.org/	Minority Fellowship Program Deadline: April 26, 2011 Grants to help increase the numbers of culturally competent health professionals working with underserved populations www.samhsa.gov/	Transition to Teaching program Deadline to Apply: April 29, 2011. http://www2.ed.gov/l
WCS Climate Adaptation Fund Deadline: April 29, 2011 Supports projects that are intervening to help wildlife and habitat areas adapt to climate change www.wcsnorthamerica.org	2011 Indian Agriculture and Rural Summit April 28-29, 201 Sparks, Nev. More info: emmr@unce.unr.edu	New Mexico Women's Foundation Micro Grants Deadline: April 29, 2011. Support programs that create economic opportunities for New Mexico's women and girls. http://nmwf.org/
Native Arts and Cultures Foundation Deadline: April 29, 2011 Funds that support Native American artists, art communities, collaborations, and arts and cultures fields. www.nativeartsandcultures.com/	Citizen Writer Contest Deadline: April 30 Offers writing prompts with connections to civics, citizenship, and our communities. http://bit.ly/ht9WZG	National Wildlife Refuge Friends Group Grant Program Deadline: April 29, 2011 Grants for organizations to assist a National Wildlife Refuge or group of refuges. http://foundationcenter.org/
Native American Music Award Nominations Deadline: April 30, 2011 Submit a recording for nomination consideration in the 13th Annual Native American Music Awards http://content.bandzoogle.com/	Target: Early Childhood Reading Grants Deadline: April 30, 2011 Supports programs such as after-school reading events and weekend book clubs. http://sites.target.com	Indiana American Indian Student Leadership Conference April 30, 2011 Purdue University, Brings together 9-12 and college students together for leadership workshops and networking with Native American professionals. http://www.purdue.edu/
Target: Arts and Culture in Schools Grants Deadline: April 30, 2011 Help schools and nonprofits to bring arts and cultural experiences directly to K-12 students. http://sites.target.com/	The Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes Deadline: April 30, 2011 Honors young people who have made a positive difference to people and our planet. http://foundationcenter.org/	ING: Unsung Heroes Deadline: April 30, 2011 Recognizes and give awards for innovative and progressive thinking in education. http://www.ing.com
"Tell US a story" Contest Deadline: May 1, 2011 For grades 4-8, look at a picture and tell your story about what's going on. TellUsAStory@heard.org	Johns Hopkins Summer Institute 2011 Deadline: May 2, 2011 June 28 - July 1, 2011 and July 18-22, 2011 Two week courses: "Collecting, Analyzing, and Using Public Health Data in American Indian Communities" http://www.jhsph.edu/c	Free Minds, Free People conference July 7-10, 2011 Providence, RI Brings together students, teachers, parents, activists, and others to build a movement for liberatory education. www.freemindsfreepeople.org
American Psychological Foundation Pre-College Grant Program Deadline: May 1, 2011 For those working to improve the quality of psychological science education for high school students. http://foundationcenter.org/	Operation Homefront Deadline: May 1, 2011 Scholarships for wives of uniformed service members who want to attend vocational training programs in the medical field. .http://www.operationhomefront.net/	Back to School and Youth Literacy Grants Program Deadline: May 18, 2011 For schools, libraries, and nonprofits working to help students improve their reading skills. http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/
Second Chance Act Juvenile Mentoring Initiative Application deadline: May 2, 2011 Helps develop, implement, and expand mentoring programs and services for juvenile offenders http://www.ojjdp.gov/	Collecting, Analyzing, and Using Public Health Data in American Indian Communities Deadline: May 2, 2011 June 28 - July 1, 2011 John Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD http://www.jhsph.edu	Introduction to American Indian Health Research Ethics Deadline: May 2, 2011 July 18-22, 2011 John Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD http://www.jhsph.edu/c
State Farm Youth Advisory Board Grants Deadline: May 2, 2011 Service-learning grants for youth create projects that bring about sustainable, positive change in local communities. http://bit.ly/ekgICe	Shell Marine Habitat Grants Deadline: May 2, 2011 supports conservation and restoration activities for the Gulf Of Mexico Coastal Areas http://foundationcenter.org/	Accenture American Indian Scholarship Program Deadline: May 4, 2011 For high school students planning to enter a U.S. college this fall. http://www.aigc.com
Citytv Scholarships, Banff Centre Deadline: May 6, 2011 Supports Aboriginal participants in Film & Media programs at The Banff Centre. http://www.banffcentre.ca/	All Native American High School Academic Team Deadline: May 4, 2011 For Native high school student with at least a 3.3 GPA and a record of leadership and service who plan to enter college this fall. http://www.aigc.com/	Hiawatha Indian Insane Asylum All Nations Healing and Prayer Ceremony May 15, 2011 Canton, SD To honor and remember the patients, spiritual leaders, students and others whose remains are interred there Lavanah.judah@gmail.com
Confluence Fund Deadline: May 15, 2011 Rocky Mountain area For innovative conservation solutions benefiting people, wildlife, and wild landscapes. www.confluencefund.org	ESA Scholarship Computer and Video Game Scholarship Program Deadline: May 15, 2011 For minorities and for women who are high school seniors or college students. www.theesa.com/	Aetna Foundation Support for Health Programs Annual deadlines: February 15, May 15, August 15, and November 15 Grants that focus on racial and ethnic health care equity and more http://www.aetna.com/
National Endowment for the Humanities: Preservation and Access Research and Development Application deadline: May 19, 2011 Supports the preservation of humanities collections http://www.neh.gov	Voting Integrity and Civic Engagement (VoICE) Deadline: May 18, 2011 Supports organizations that are increasing the electoral empowerment of low-income communities of color. http://www.mkf.org	Back to School and Youth Literacy Grants Deadline: May 18, 2011 Funding for school libraries and media centers. http://foundationcenter.org
The 9th Grandmothers' Council Gathering May 18-21, 2011 Anchorage, Alaska For the The International Council of Thirteen Indigenous Grandmothers/ http://www.nativevillage.org/	Peace Development Fund: Community Organizing Grant Program Deadline: May 20, 2011 Supports groups engaged in community organizing work for social justice. www.peacedevelopmentfund.org	Native American Indigenous Studies Association Conference May 19 – 21, 2011 Sacramento, California Brings together scholars, students, indigenous communities, elders, activists, and practicing professionals. http://www.eventinterface.com/
Through the Eyes of the Eagle: Illustrating Healthy Living for Children Ends May 22, 2011 Mitchell Museum, Evanston, IN DON'T MISS! An exhibit of original book illustrations dealing with diabetes prevention for Native children. http://www.mitchellmuseum.org.	2011 100 Best Communities for Young People Competition Deadline: May 27, 2011 Recognizes communities who are reducing high school dropout rates and providing youth an outstanding place to live http://bit.ly/hQZoJ2	Grants for Arts Projects: Challenge America Fast-Track Deadline: May 26, 2011 Support small and mid-sized organizations for projects for underserved populations. http://www.arts.gov/
Teenage Interfaith Diversity Education Conference May 27-29, 2011 Northeastern University Organized and led by teens to spread pluralism, teenage voices, and become a positive force in the world http://www.ifaction.org	American Indian College Fund Deadline is May 31, 2011 Scholarships are the Seven Stars Graduate Scholarship, Sovereign Nations Scholarship, and Vine Deloria Jr. Memorial Scholarship http://www.collegefund.org/	Jennifer Easton Community Spirit Awards Deadline: May 31, 2011 Honors American Indian artists who share indigenous values, heritage, creative talents and skills with the community. http://www.firstpeoplesfund.org/
National Conference on Race and Ethnicity (NCORE) May 31 - June 4, 2011 San Francisco Cal http://www.ncore.ou.edu/	AIGC BIE-Loan for Service Program Deadline: June 1, 2011 For a full-time Native American student pursuing a master, doctoral, or professional degree who have a 3.0 or higher GPA http://www.aigc.com/	AIGC Fellowship Program Deadline: June 1, 2011 For full-time Native students pursuing a master, doctoral, or professional degree. http://www.aigc.com/
AICI Native American Scholarships and Training Programs Funding year: July 1 2011 - June 30, 2012 Indiana For students who have already filled out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid dswihart@purdue.edu	Teaching Tolerance Award for Excellence in Culturally Responsive Teaching Deadline: June 1, 2011 Recognize outstanding teachers and promote their practices in the nation’s schools. www.tolerance.org/awaed	Health Impact Project, Deadline: June 1, 2011 Funds initiatives that identify how policy proposals will impact health at the local, tribal, or state level. http://foundationcenter.org/
Through the Eyes of the Eagle: Illustrating Healthy Living for Children June 1 - September 30, 2011 Comanche National Museum & Cultural Center, Lawton, OK Original watercolors from the CDC's ground-breaking diabetes awareness books for Native youth -- and everyone!	Taking Action: Leadership & Service Late Registration, Session 1: June 4 Session 1: June 26, 2011 — July 15, 2011 Session 2 July 17, 2011 — August 5, 2011 Johns Hopkins University –Baltimore, MD For students in grades 7-12, integrates academic study with meaningful community service http://cty.jhu.edu/	Taking Action: Leadership & Service Late Registration, Session 1: June 4, 2011 Session 1 June 26, 2011 — July 15, 2011 Session 2 July 17, 2011 — Au 5, 2011 Northwestern University – Evanston, IL For students in grades 7-12, integrates academic study with meaningful community service http://www.ctd.northwestern.edu/
National Training on Youth Court Programs June 7-9 Las Vegas, NV 'Establish or Enhance a local Teen Court/Youth Court Diversion Program' www.globalyouthjustice.org/	Red Earth Native American Cultural Festival June 3-5, 2011 Oklahoma City, OK Accepting applications from Native Artists	Vocational Rehabilitation Services Projects for American Indians with Disabilities Deadline: June 7, 2011. Provide vocational rehabilitation services to American Indians with disabilities. http://federalregister.gov/a/2011-8455
2011 SAIGE National Conference June 13-17, 2011 Tulsa, Oklahoma From the Society of American Indian government employees http://www.saige.org/c	8th Annual Gathering of Great Lakes Nations Pow Wow June 11 -12, 2011 Portland, IN Enjoy Native American drums, singers, dancers, vendors, foods, artisan demonstrations, children’s activities, http://www.ncglnac.com	AISES Intel Scholarship Deadline: June 15, 2011 Scholarships for American Indian/Alaska Native AISES pursuing degrees in the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields http://scholarship-positions.com/
	A.T. Anderson Memorial Scholarship Deadline: June 15, 2011 Scholarships for AISES members who are American Indian/Alaskan Native college students. http://www.ncsu.edu/
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