Crowdsourcing for startups | start-up scene Crowdsourcing gehört zu den Modewörtern in der Internetgemeinde und zahlreiche Angebote, die auf diesem Prinzip basieren, erobern nach dem amerikanischen nun auch den deutschen Markt. Der Grund ist einfach: Crowdsourcing-Angebote ermöglichen es, ohne eigene Angestellte oder die aufwändige Suche nach geeigneten Fachleuten, trotzdem zahlreiche Dienstleistungen effektiv über das Internet einzukaufen und auf umfassendes Knowhow zuzugreifen. Was ist Crowdsourcing? Jeff Howes Wortneuschöpfung (Wired Magazine) aus dem Jahr 2006 setzt sich aus den englischen Begriffen Crowd und Outsourcing zusammen. Crowdsourcing ist ideal für Gründer In der Gründungsphase eines Unternehmens muss der richtige Name gefunden, die Finanzierung geklärt und eine Corporate Identity entwickelt werden. Sicher profitieren Sie bereits von der „Intelligenz der Masse“: Wikipedia Finanzierungsrunde via Crowdsourcing: smava.com Ohne das nötige Kapital kommt auch die beste Idee nicht zur Entfaltung. Zuviel zu tun?
Dr. John T. Macdonald Foundation s Hannaford Supermarkets has a long history of supporting the people and the communities which we serve through volunteerism, donations, and community leadership. To build upon the long history of Hannaford charity, the Hannaford Charitable Foundation (HCF) was formed in 1994, and over the past 10 years, the Foundation has given over $12 million to support nonprofit organizations. The Hannaford Charitable Foundation is one of a number of ways in which Hannaford Supermarkets supports its communities, including United Way support, the Hannaford Scholarship program, in store promotions, as well as specific programs such as Hannaford Helps Hunger and local community events and sponsorships. Hannaford Charitable Foundation Mission The mission of the Foundation is to invest in creating and sustaining healthy communities in the five-state area of our business. Healthy Communities – HCF Focus Areas for support: Guidelines and Eligibility Application Process Hannaford Charitable Foundation P.O.
Apply for a Grant From Target Throughout the year, our stores provide education grants to local K-12 schools to support educational field trips, early childhood reading programs and participation in the arts. field trip grants Learning opportunities extend far beyond the classroom, but it’s becoming more difficult for schools to fund trips to museums, historical sites and other cultural destinations. Check back August 1 at noon CST to apply. view 2012-2013 field trip grant recipients from your area early childhood reading grants Good reading skills are key to a child’s success in school, so we award Early Childhood Reading Grants to schools, libraries and nonprofit organizations that support K-3 reading programs. Check back March 1 at noon CST to apply. view 2013 early childhood reading grant recipients from your area arts, culture & design in schools grants All kids deserve a well-rounded education. view 2013 arts, culture & design in schools grant recipients from your area
Crowdfunding, Investment in startups, microinvest, mymicroinvest Philanthropic Investment Resources KeyBank Foundation is a nonprofit charitable foundation, funded by KeyCorp. Founded in 1969 as Society Foundation, we became known as Key Foundation in 1996 and KeyBank Foundation in 2009. As a corporate neighbor, we advance economic self-sufficiency through our funding priorities, which help communities and individuals prosper: Financial Education – Fostering effective financial management and understanding of financial services and tools Workforce Development – Providing training and placement for people to access job opportunities Diversity – Promoting inclusive environments by employing systemic changes to improve the access of individuals of diverse backgrounds $17.3 million (2013) KeyBank Foundation cannot fund every worthwhile endeavor. Our proposal development guidelines provide helpful information about the application and the review process.
untitled The end of a year is always an occasion for every magazine, newspaper, TV news show and website to put out lists of their favorite things. We have favorites, too, but thought it might be more interesting to tell you what your favorites were—at least, your favorite Idealware posts. First, a word about the criteria: The measurement was the number of unique views, and we allowed a few resources published in 2010 to sneak onto the list because of their continuing popularity in 2011. So here they are, the top 10, beginning with the most-viewed: What can we learn from this? It’s nice to see our research being used. What would you like to see more of from us in 2012? Happy new year, and thanks for your support of Idealware.
Grants & Funding State and regional programs Chesapeake Bay Restoration Fund Grant Program due October 1 annuallyThe Chesapeake Bay Restoration Advisory Committee accepts grant applications to conduct Chesapeake Bay-related education and restoration activities. To be eligible for receiving a grant, applicants should submit proposals emphasizing environmental education or restoration and conservation of the Chesapeake Bay. Chesapeake Bay Trust GrantsFunds projects that create wetland habitat, improve water quality, and engage students and communities in restoration and environmental education projects. James City County Watershed Protection Mini-grantsWatershed protection mini-grants are available through the James City County's Protecting Resources in Delicate Environments (PRIDE) Program. National National Environmental Education Foundation provides grants to strengthen the environmental education EE programs and to support the efforts of other organizations. Resources Tools
Crowdfunding for Startups | Startup Addict Go here for Startup Addict Crowdfunding. You must have a verified paypal account to post a project or startup. Are you waiting for Equity Crowdfunding for startups? If so please sign up below: Get Early Access to our Equity Crowdfunding Platform? StartupAddict is a haven for entrepreneurial SuperHeros thwarting the forces of mediocrity. StartupAddict is crowdfunding for startups and entrepreneurs to raise money for their projects. The ‘crowd’ is easier to gather. Whether your idea is big or small, hare-brained or thoughtful, serious or just for fun – we want to hear from you. Federal Matching Fund Guidelines The requirements in this document apply to awards issued by NEH that have a gifts-and-matching component, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF CHALLENGE GRANTS. Please refer to the terms and conditions and/or our written offer of matching funds to ensure that these requirements apply to your application or grant. If you have questions concerning these grant requirements, they can be addressed to the Grant Administrator in the NEH Office of Grant Management that is assigned to your grant, whose name appears in the award documents under "Endowment Administration of The Award." Individuals and organizations are encouraged to add their support to NEH-sponsored projects. These guidelines do not apply to the NEH Challenge Grants Program. For the purposes of these guidelines, a gift is a voluntary transfer of money (or a noncash contribution that is subsequently converted to cash) from a nonfederal third party to the applicant without compensation or consideration in return. Pledges Matching Offers
Jane's Trust Guidelines and Policies Last updated January 9, 2014. This site changes periodically. Please check back frequently for updates. 2013 Grants2012 Grants2011 Grants2010 Program Summary2010 Grants2009 Program Summary2009 Grants2008 Program Summary2008 Grants2007 Program Summary2007 Grants2006 Program Summary2006 Grants2005-2004 Program Summary2005 Grants2004 Grants Frequently Asked Questions Concept Paper Application Form (automatic download) Introduction Thank you for your interest in Jane’s Trust. Jane’s Trust was created through the beneficence of Jane B. Trustees Jane’s Trust is administered at Hemenway & Barnes LLP, 60 State Street, Suite 800, Boston, Massachusetts. Martha S. All inquiries regarding Jane’s Trust should be directed to Philanthropic Advisory Services, Hemenway & Barnes LLP. Policies Overview Jane’s Trust will make grants to address important issues in the Trust’s fields of interest and areas of geographical focus described below. Size of Grants Program Types of Funding Geography
Apply for a Grant - Lowes Corporate Sustainability Report Thank you for your interest in Lowe’s grant programs. Lowe’s and the Lowe’s Charitable and Educational Foundation focus giving efforts on public education and community improvement projects. We have two grant programs, Lowe’s Toolbox for Education and Lowe’s Community Partners. Download Grant Guidelines PDF Lowe’s Toolbox for Education Grants Through our support for public education, we’re closing the funding gap facing many schools today. Projects should fall into one of the following categories: technology upgrades, tools for STEM programs, facility renovations and safety improvements. The fall application cycle will run August 1 – October 15, 2014. Applicants will be notified within approximately 90 days of the deadline. The fall application cycle will openAugust 1, 2014 Lowe’s Community Partners Grants Grants range from $5,000 to $100,000, with most projects falling between $10,000 and $25,000. The spring application cycle will run March 31 — May 30, 2014. Hometown Grants