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Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Foundation Grants

Overview: Long-term support grants offered by Birmingham Education Foundation for initiatives that impact large numbers of students across multiple schools or are part of BEF's core mission commitments.

Type: By invitation only

Typical Characteristics:

  • Initiatives that impact a large number of students in multiple schools

  • Initiatives that align closely with BEF mission chosen for long-term funding commitment by BEF Board of Trustees

  • Times when a donor makes a directed gift for a restricted purpose

    • Funding Requirements: Same as Great Idea Grants

    Examples of BEF Foundation Grants:

  • Funding for every 4th grader to attend live performance of Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO)

  • Every 5th grader attending Cranbrook for science programming

  • Musicians from Detroit Chamber Winds and Strings working with high school musicians

  • Support for Groves and Seaholm Robotics Teams

    • Eligibility:

  • By invitation only from BEF

  • If eligible, applicant will be contacted by BEF and sent the application

    • Geographic Scope: Birmingham Public Schools (BPS) district, Michigan

    Organization Details:

  • Funder: Birmingham Education Foundation (BEF)

  • Type: 501(c)(3) non-profit organization

  • Address: 31301 Evergreen Rd., Beverly Hills, MI 48025

  • Contact: Kathy Zanolli, Executive Director

  • Email: [email protected]

  • Phone: 248-203-3030

  • Website: supportbef.org

    • How to Apply

    How to Apply

    Application Process:

  • Eligibility is determined by BEF

  • If you are eligible for a Foundation Grant, you will be contacted by BEF

  • BEF will send you the application

  • No unsolicited applications accepted

    • Contact for Questions:
    If you believe your initiative may qualify for Foundation Grant status, contact:

  • Name: Kathy Zanolli, Executive Director

  • Email: [email protected]

  • Phone: 248-203-3030 (ext. 33030)

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    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    k-12-schoolsartsroboticsperforming-arts

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