Restrictions

The following are not eligible for the BreakThru Mini-Grant Program.

• Programs involving organizations that represent advocacy groups, special political interests, or a specific religious affiliation
• Capital, construction or building funds
• Salaries or fees for program staff, including mentors and other overhead expenses
• Endowment and scholarship funds (or similar types of financial assistance)
• School-administered and any other programs incorporated into a student’s regular school day
• Fund-raiser events, including sponsorships, tickets or advertising
• Registration fees
• Contests
• Private foundations described under the U.S. Internal Revenue Service Code Section 509(a)
• Local, state, and federal government agencies and programs

The application period for this year's Mini-Grant Program is closed. Please check this site in January 2010 for information regarding the next application period.

A press release announcing the recipients of the 2008 mini-grants is available here.

Last Modified: May 16, 2008
Please forward all questions about this site to: Sherry Johnson

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