Opportunities

Awards, Scholarships & Funding

For people with LD

The Paul G. Hearne Leadership Awards

Do you know an emerging leader who has a disability and is dedicated to the civil rights of people with disabilities? Then consider nominating them for the Paul G. Hearne Leadership Award. They will win $10,000.00 to help them continue their progress as leaders. The ideal candidate is an advocate, teacher, mentor, and leader within the disability community, and who is recognized as such at a local, regional or national level.

Deadline: September 30, 2008

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Yes I Can Awards

Do you know a young person with a disability, 21 years of age or younger, who excels in school, sports, art, or in another activity? If so, nominate him or her for an award. Nominees must have an identified disability and be nominated by somebody who knows them such as a teacher, principal, service provider, or friend. Categories for achievement are:

Academics
Arts
Athletics
Community Service
Employment
Extracurricular Activities
Independent Living Skills
Self-Advocacy
Technology

The selection committee looks at both the student's achievements and the severity of the student's disability in relation to his or her achievements. The winner will be invited to a special award ceremony at the CEC Annual Convention and Expo and receive a statue, a certificate of achievement, and a letter of congratulations from the President of the United States.

Deadline: September 30, 2008

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For teachers

DonorsChoose

Ask for what you need to fund your classroom projects at DonorsChoose. Do you have a project idea, but no hope of getting it funded because of tight budgets? Just write a one page essay describing the activity or program your students need and the exact resources required. Your project will be screened to see if it meets the eligibility requirements. If it does, it will be posted on the website. Potential donors can then choose a project for funding. DonorsChoose wishes to tap your knowledge of what is really needed. The website allows ordinary people with small amounts of money to help you.

Deadline: Teachers can apply throughout the year.