National Grants Mitsubishi – $10,000 to $100,000 – due Jul 15 through Nov 1, annually
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December 30, 2021National Robotics Initiative 3.0: Innovations in Integration of Robotics – $250,000 to $1,500,000 – due Feb 8 through Feb 22, 2022; and annually thereafter
December 30, 2021Sponsored by Mitsubishi Electric America Foundation
Eligibility: Other (including homeschool, 501 (c)(3) organizations)
Award(s): Awards range from $10,000 to $100,000 for one to three years.
Deadline(s): Proposals are accepted July 15 through November 1, annually.
Focus: Career and College Readiness, Career and Technical Ed (CTE), Community Involvement, Engineering, General Education, Professional Development, Special Needs, STEM/STEAM/STREAM, Technology Education/Computer Science, Technology Equipment/Devices
Grade Level(s): PreK, K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Content Area(s): Arts, Mathematics, Science
State(s): National
Description: The Mitsubishi Electric America Foundation funds projects that help young people (defined as up to age 26) with disabilities develop the leadership and employment skills they need to succeed, particularly for careers in science, technology, engineering, arts and design, and mathematics (STEAM). Programs must be national in scope or intended to be replicated nationally to be eligible for funding.
MEAF supports projects from organizations that develop support US youth with disabilities; present an innovative approach that leads to measurable employment outcomes for youth with disabilities; create tools for employers that help break down barriers and increase employment opportunities for youth and veterans with disabilities; promote the full-inclusion of youth with disabilities alongside peers without disabilities and promote inclusive, competitive employment practices; and have a well-defined evaluation, dissemination and replication plan. Preference is given to projects that take place in Mitsubishi Electric community locations or that involve Mitsubishi Electric Employee Volunteers. The application process requires the initial submission of an eligibility quiz online.
Contact: Mitsubishi Electric America Foundation
Email: mea.foundation@meus.mea.com
Website: https://us.mitsubishielectric.com/en/about/local/csr/meaf/grant/guidelines/index.html