Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day Mini-Grant
Safe Routes to School National Parternship
Funding Amount
US $500 - US $1,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
Grant Type
Foundation
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Eligible organizations
- Public school/system
- Safe Routes to School programs (cities, schools, districts, counties, and regional entities)
- Supplies for students to make banners, posters
Required status
- 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status
Other requirements
- Eligible Applicants:Local governments
- Community partners (non-profits, libraries, PTA/PTO/caregiver groups, artists)Event Requirements:Funds must be used to support a Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day event on the specified dayProjects must align with the goals of Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day:Promote constructive dialogue about…
- Inspire young people to make positive changes in their community.
- Funds can be used for, but not limited to, some of the following ideas:Incentives and giveaways
Overview
The Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day Mini-Grant supports events that honor civil rights activist Ruby Bridges by encouraging students to walk to school and engage in discussions about activism, anti-racism, and anti-bullying. Grants of $500 or $1000 are available based on the number of students reached. This initiative aims to inspire positive changes within communities and promote meaningful dialogue among young people about social justice issues.
Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day Grant
Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day honors the living legacy of civil rights activist Ruby Bridges. Every November 14th, we celebrate Ruby’s courageous and historic act by encouraging students to walk to school and engaging in a day of dialogue about activism, anti-racism, and anti-bullying. The goal is to inspire kids to make positive changes in their school and community.
In 1960, six-year-old Ruby Bridges etched her name in history when she integrated all-white William Frantz Elementary School in New Orleans. Since then, Ruby has become a national icon for her courageous action and continues to inspire people to stand up to racism and bullying. Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day has introduced her story to a new generation of young people and sparked meaningful conversations about transportation equity.
You may request a grant in the amount of $500 or $1000.
Funding
Awards will be distributed based on the number of students reached.
$500 grants will be awarded for events reaching less than 400 students
$1000 grants will be awarded for events reaching more than 400 students
Eligibility
Public school/system
Nonprofits with 501c3 status (individuals can partner with community organizations, PTA/Os, etc. with nonprofit status)
Open to Safe Routes to School programs (cities, schools, districts, counties, and regional entities)
Community partners (non-profits, libraries, PTA/PTO/caregiver groups, artists)Event Requirements:Funds must be used to support a Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day event on the specified dayProjects must align with the goals of Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day:Promote constructive dialogue about activism, anti-racism, and anti-bullying, and
Inspire young people to make positive changes in their communityFunds can be used for, but not limited to, some of the following ideas:Incentives and giveaways
Stipends for staff/volunteer organizing
Books about Ruby Bridges, activism, anti-bullying, anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion
Art, photo, or essay contests
T-shirts, badges, or other commemorative items (bookmarks, pins, wristbands)
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
- Education
- K-12 schools
- Youth programs
- Social justice
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