Resources & Opportunities
Grant Opportunities (Posted 10-16-09) - See below for a wide variety of funding opportunities:
United Health HEROES Service-Learning Grants
Youth Service America and United Healthcare (support for service learning projects that address childhood obesity)
Application Due Date: October 22, 2009
Celebrating Solutions Awards for Programs Working to Break the Cycle of Violence
Mary Byron Foundation
Application Due Date: November 17, 2009
Weed and Seed
U.S. Department of Justice
Application Due Date: December 1, 2009
Relatives as Parents Program
The Brookdale Foundation
Application Due Date: December 3, 2009
Building Healthy Communities Grant Program
Home Depot
Application Due Date: December 15, 2009
Assets for Independence Demonstration Program
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Application Due Date: January 15, 2009
Social Change Projects
Ben & Jerry’s Foundation
Application Due Date: Rolling
Campaign for Black Male Achievement
Open Society Institute
Application Due Date: Rolling
Contests and Awards for Youth
Youth Leaders for Literacy Grants
Youth Service America
Application Due Date: October 30
Disney Minnie Grants
Youth Service America and Disney Company
Application Due Date: Rolling
State Farm Good Neighbor Service-Learning Grants
Youth Service America and State Farm (support service-learning projects that culminate on Global Youth Service Day, April 23-25)
Application Due Date: Rolling
Youth Executive Training Program
SER-Jobs for Progress National, Inc
Application Due Date: Rolling
$500 Disaster Grants
DoSomething.org
Application Due Date: Rolling
$500 Do Something Grants
DoSomething.org
Application Due Date: Rolling
Free Grant Tips
Free Grant Tips/Help from Indiana Youth Institute: For free information and advice for fund raising, grant prospect research and even free legal advice from nonprofit law attorneys, visit the Youth Service Helpline at 1-877-IYI-TIPS (1-877-494-8477) or http://www.iyi.org/consulting-services/help-line.aspx
Helping Young People Deal with their Parents’ Military Deployment
With the recent deployement of our local National Guard unit, many of you may know young people whose parent has been deployed for an extended period of time. Deborah Carlton from Floyd County Extension shares info from the Purdue University Extension Service that is helpful in helping young people deal with stress. The information on helping children cope with parents deployment to the military may be especially beneficial for those of you with loved ones in the service.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT HELP
Indiana Youth Institute grants are available: Looking for a way to help pay for a professional development opportunity? IYI Professional Development Grants help youth workers attend non-IYI conferences, trainings, or workshops that focus on nonprofit management or healthy youth development. IYI Staff Training Grants provide up to $1,500 for your organization to bring a trainer or speaker to your location to benefit your entire staff. More info: http://www.iyi.org/trainings_conferences/pdg.asp
Helping Young People Deal with Tragedy and Stress
Whether it has to do with the difficulties of personal tragedy and grief that all individuals and families experience as a part of life, or whether it relates to larger, publicized situations, there are times whenyoung people of all ages need the help and support of families and loved ones to help them deal with grief. Check out the following tips from www.MVParents.com.
Family Friendly Workplace Policies
The Indiana Youth Institute, in collaboration with the Indiana Chamber of Commerce, has awarded the “Family Friendly Workplace Award” to five Indiana employers for their workplace policies that help employees spend more time with their children and care for their families. This year’s winners are: Baker & Daniels (Indianapolis), LaPorte Regional Health System (LaPorte), Bowen Engineering Corporation (Fishers), Network Solutions (Granger) and VMS (Indianapolis). Learn more about their family-friendly workplace policies that you can promote to local businesses in your community: http://www.iyi.org/resources/articles/2008-Family-Friendly-Workplace-Awards.doc
2009 Summer Activities for Children and Youth
Christian Academy of Indiana “All Sorts of Summer Sports Camps“: Soccer, Baseball, Basketball, Softball, Wrestling, Volleyball, & Tennis for boys and girls offered by Christian Academy of Indiana. See the brochure at http://www.christianacademyschools.org/images/uploads/handbooks-forms/CAI_All_Sport_Brochure.pdf .
Ed Endres Boys & Girls Club
Summer activities for ages 6 to 18 years old at the Ed Endres Center, 1721 Ekin Avenue in New Albany: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM from June 8th to the first day of school (TBA); after school begins in mid-August: 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM. Includes free summer lunch and snack daily, sports leagues, smart moves programs for all ages, junior achievement program, computer lab, game room activities, art room activities, educational activities, field trips on Wednesday and Friday. Membership fee: $15 prior to June 8; $25 after June 8. For information call the Ed Endres Boys & Girls Club at 944-4343 or the Boys & Girls Club, Inc. Administrative Office at 502-585-1615.
Entrepreneur Training Workshop
IUS, working with the New Albany Urban Enterprise Zone Association and the New Albany YMCA, will offer a six-week Entrepreneur Training Workshop for Youth/Adult Mentors. The workshop will be held at the YMCA in New Albany on Wednesdays, 5:30 – 7:30 pm June 24 – July 29. The program is for youth 14 – 19 years old; the cost per participant is $70. Location to be arranged. For more information, contact Brenda Swartz 812-941-2494 or bswartz@ius.edu .
“Express Yourself at Your Library” Teen Summer Reading Club:
register at the Reference Services Desk at New Albany Floyd County Public Library May 26 – July 31 for students who will be enrolling in grades 6 -12. Students have the opportunity to experience the satisfaction and enjoyment of reading, and will be eligible for prizes Digital camera, MP 3 player, tickets to Holiday World and more. Call the Reference Services Desk at 949-3523 or visit at 180 W. Spring St.
New Albany..Junior Achievement summer camps
JA BizTown week long camp sessions let your child, ages 9-12, have lots of fun while learning the economics of life. The students will run the JA BizTown as employees throughout the week while they learn concepts like; job applications, interviewing, producers, consumers, marketing, entrepreneurship, and personal banking.
Hours 9:00am – 4:00pm
3 weeks available; June 15 -19, June 22 -26, or July 13 – 17
Chase Finance Park is a week long camp lets your child, ages 12-15, have lots of fun while learning about financial literacy. The students will learn concepts throughout the week how to budget, cost of living, business planning, business etiquette, college planning, resumes, and interviewing.
Hours 9:00am – 4:00pm
1 week available – June 22 – 26th
Both camps are $185.00 for the week, lunch is not included, but snacks, t-shirt, and materials are all provided. Extended care is available for an additional cost. Register on-line at www.jaky.org
Kindermusik® - IUS Arts Institute Summer Academy
SUMMER SESSION I: Saturdays, May 9-June 13
Our Time 18-36 mo. 10:15-11:00
Sign & Sing I 6-36 mo. 11:15-12:00
SUMMER SESSION II Saturdays, June 27-Aug. 8 (no class on July 4)
Our Time 18-36 mo. 10:15-11:00
Sign & Sing II 6-36 mo. 11:15-12:00
Cost: $150 per class* (includes materials)
Instructor: Debra Gaetano
To register, visit www.ius.edu/artsinstitute or call 812-941-2436.
Music Theory Workshop – IUS Arts Institute Summer Academy
Are you thinking about majoring in music or do you just want to know more about music theory? This 2-week workshop will give you an introduction to the inner-workings of music theory.
For students leaving grades 10-12; Monday-Thursday 1:00-3:00; June 22-25, June 29-July 2; Cost: $175
To register, visit www.ius.edu/artsinstitute or call 812-941-2436.
Project AHEAD at IUS
Summer enrichment program for students in grades 2-6; meets 4 Saturdays: July 11, 18, 25, and August 1. Two sessions: A – 8:30-10:30 a.m.; B – 10:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. $80. Classes range from science, math, theatre, and art.
Abrakadoodle Camp- Drawsters: In the Illustrated World
Date 7/20/09 to 7/24/09
Time 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Fee: $159
Grades: entering 2nd to entering 6th. Minimum #6 - Max. #15.
Abrakadoodle Camp- Wild Word Art Safari
Dates 6/22/2009 to 6/26/2009
Time 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
Fee: $159
Ages: 5 to entering 6th grade. Minimum #6 to Max.#15.
Project Explore
For students going into 6th and 7th grade at Greater Clark County Schools in the 2009-10 school year. It is designed to provide exploratory activities that will develop cognitive potential and will integrate the talents, skills, and creativity of each individual participant. This free program will hold 25 students each session. Application must be completed before admission. Dates are July 6-10 or July 27-31; 9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon at the Jeff Boys and Girls Club.or further information contact Jackie Love at 812-283-0701 ext 332 after May 1st.
Robotics Summer Camp
For the 5th summer, AMATROL, Inc., Ivy Tech, Purdue University, and Prosser School of Technology are offering a Robotics Summer Camp for aspiring robotics engineers and students seeking an overview of career opportunities available in business, engineering, and technology. Cost is $40. Scholarships are available. Session A: June l5 – June 26, 2009 (Monday -Friday) 8:30 am – ll:30am
Session B June l5 – June 26, 2009 1:30pm – 4:30pm
Camp is held at AMATROL, Inc., Design & Manufacturing Facility, 2400 Centennial Boulevard, Jeffersonville, IN. For additional info contact Jack Womack, Career Link-South Tech Prep Coordinator at (812) 284-3165 or jackwomack69@yahoo.com
Kids participate in a variety of activities including Arts & Crafts, Recreation (in large gym & outside), Music, Drama, Bible & Free Choice (computers, games, nature, gardening, etc). Weekly “Special Days” include Water Day, Pajama Party Day, and much more! Day Camp kids enjoy swimming and a weekly field trip to places such as The Louisville Science Center, Louisville Zoo, Buffalo Trace Park, Aquatic Center, Movie, Picnic on a Farm & Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom! A fabulous staff of mainly college and high school students are hired that are very in-tune with the needs of all the children and all enjoy being around kids very much! All staff is CPR/First Aid certified and receive Safe From Harm training. Reserve your place in the sun today!
Contact: Director Kelly Saydera at kelly_saydera@usc.salvationarmy.org or (502) 681-2061 or stop by today to pick up an application at 2300 Green Valley Rd, New Albany.
SonRock Kids Camp
Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church’s Vacation Bible School will be held June 22 through June 26 at Silver Heights Campground in New Albany. This year’s program is SonRock Kids Camp, a week of fun and adventure. As they participate in fun-filled activities, children will learn how each one of them is loved by Jesus! We will have a great time with lively songs, hilarious skits, and tasty snacks–all of the things that make VBS so much fun for children.
SonRock Kids Camp can be an inspirational and educational adventure for your entire family. Classes for children going into Kindergarten through Grade 7 (2009/10) will begin on Monday, June 22 at 6:30 p.m. and parents are invited to join in each evening at 8:10 p.m. for closing worship. Also, please join us Friday, June 26 for VBS Closing and Family Picnic from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. For more info visit the website where pre-registration forms will soon be available.
http://www.wesleychapel.org/OurMinistries/ChildrensMinistries/VBSInfo/tabid/101/Default.aspx
Summer String Clinic - IUS Arts Institute Summer Academy
Experienced string musicians further their depth of knowledge in string repertoire, rehearsal techniques, chamber music and music history while experiencing a week in a college setting. For students leaving grades 7-12; June 14-20, 1:00- 8:00. Performance: Sat., June 20, 3:30 pm; Cost: $ 200 if you register before June 1; $ 250 if you register after June 1. For information on housing options for the clinic, please call 812-941-2436.
Students will build a production, from the stage floor up, in the form of a 3-act play. Each act will focus on a different aspect of theatrical acting (comedy, tragedy and musical theatre) and will take place in the IUS Robinson Theatre using sets, lighting, costumes and props created by the technical students. For students leaving the 8th-12th grade
To register, visit www.ius.edu/artsinstitute or call 812-941-2436.
Summer Youth Camp for Military Families - Purdue University will host Operation Purple Camp, a free national summer camp program May 30 – June 6, 2009, for children between the ages of 10-15 with a parent in military service. Campers will participate in traditional activities such as swimming, archery and arts and crafts while also attending special sessions on stress management and building trust with family and friends. Application: http://www.nmfa.org/site/PageServer?pagename=op_indiana .
Teen Night at the New Albany YMCA
On Teen Night, teens enjoy a supervised evening of fun and a chance to meet new friends while participating in activities including basketball, swimming, special events and more! This fun-filled social event is held from 8:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Friday of every month. Ages 10-15 are welcome; $5 for non-members; free to YMCA members. For additional information contact Crystal Simmons, 812-283-9622 or csimmons@ymcasi.org Kids Camp
YMCA Summer Camps
The YMCA of Southern Indiana offers many different full day summer day camps for children ages 3-14. Kinder Camp (Floyd and Clark), Camp Charlestown, Camp Clark County, Camp Floyd County, Sports Camp, Camp Honor Bright, Camp Adventure (for children with special needs), and Teen Camp (Clark and Floyd). All camps operate from 6:30am-6pm with main camp activities running from 9am-4pm. All camps swim twice a week and go on a field trip once a week. Fees are $105 weekly with discounts for YMCA members and additional children. We also offer scholarships to families who qualify. Sign up for one week or the whole summer.We are offering five ½ day camps. These camps run from 10am-2pm and run $55 per week. June 8-12: You Can Be A Star (ages 8-13), June 15-19; Junior Lifeguard (ages 9-14), June 22-26; Princess Camp (ages 3-7), July 6-17; Next Stop Broadway (ages 8-13), July 27-31; Girls Only Week (ages 6-10). Each of these will be located at the Clark County Branch.
More information can be found at our website www.ymcasi.org or phone 812-283-9622.
Young Explorer Day Camps at The Falls of the Ohio – June 1 – 5, June 8 – 12, June 22 – 26, June 29 – July 3, July 13 – 17, July 21 – 24, and July 27 – 31. Call 812-283-4999 for more information. Cost is $80 per child for five-day session and $60 per child for four-day session. Students explore the different outside habitats found at the Falls of the Ohio State Park, as well as the exhibits inside the Interpretive Center. Students learn about science and history, including fossils, nature, native people, plants, aquatic life, and more through hands-on education activities. Camp sessions are four days ($60), or five days ($80). In June, grades 4-6 attend in the mornings from 8:30-11:30 a.m. and grades 1-3 attend in the afternoons from 1:00-4:00 p.m. In July, grades 1-3 attend in the mornings from 8:30-11:30 a.m. and grades 4-6 attend in the afternoons from 1:00 P.M – 4:00 P.M..
Young Paleontologist Camp: July 6-8, (Monday – Wednesday) from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (8:30 to 3:30 if high temperature exceeds 90 degrees); Fee is $80. This camp is for students ages 9-14 who will examine the life and live the life of a paleontologist. Students will discover how paleontologists learn about the history of life on Earth by studying fossils (the remains or traces of organisms such as plants and animals that lived in the past). For more information visit http://www.fallsoftheohio.org/foundation_camps.html ; to register contact Dani at dani@fallsoftheohio.org or at 812-283-4999.
Youth Entrepreneur Success (YES) Program
One Southern Indiana is proud to offer the 11th Annual Youth Entrepreneur Success Program scheduled for July 21st, 22nd, and 23rd at Indiana University Southeast.
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Salvation Army Day Camp
The Salvation Army Summer Day Camp will run from June 8 – July 31, 2009 for kids in grades K – 6; 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.; $70 / week ($60 for second child, $50 for third); financial assistance available to those who qualify.
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