197 Awards for Small Business, Nonprofit Leadership, Teachers and Students

Awards to Tennessee individuals and organizations for outstanding contributions to the arts and cultural life throughout the State. The awards are intended to honor the contributions of artists, schools, legislators, volunteers, arts organizations, and educators to the...

Awards to Texas librarians for exceptional use of technology and social media. The award is intended to recognize school librarians with an outstanding online presence that is demonstrated through a variety of approaches, including but not limited to professional websi...

Awards of up to $15,000 to Alberta individual artists in eligible locations to recognize exceptional artwork. The awards are intended to honor visual artists, based on a single work of art presented during the year before the deadline. Eligible artists are residents of...

Awards to Alberta filmmakers in eligible locations to honor outstanding achievements in their field. The award is intended to recognize exceptional works that were created or presented in 2024. The goal of the program is to celebrate filmmakers, recognize their work, a...

Awards to Alberta individual artists in eligible locations to honor outstanding musical achievements. The award is intended to acknowledge exceptional works that were published, created, or presented in 2024. The goal of the award program is to celebrate musical artist...

Awards of $10,000 to Canada arts managers at professional arts organizations to acknowledge outstanding achievement. The monetary awards are intended to be used for professional development and mentoring opportunities for selected mid-career arts managers. The purpose ...

Award to a USA, Canada, or International individual or group of individuals to recognize outstanding contributions to the field of environmental sustainability. Nominations will be accepted for scientists, urban development experts, economists, energy specialists, pove...

Award of $30,000 to a Canada classical musician in recognition of exceptional musical talent and important contributions to Canadian and international music. Applications and nominations from official language minority communities, culturally diverse, Deaf, and disabil...

Awards to New York City PreK-12 teachers and counselors to recognize exceptional efforts to serve students and families. Awards are intended to honor individuals who have enriched their school community, demonstrated excellence in teaching, and inspired students. The g...

Awards to Iowa individuals, groups, nonprofit organizations, and businesses for exemplary volunteer services on a local, national, or international scale. The nominees' volunteering should be outside of regular employment responsibilities. However, exceptions are made ...

Awards of $5,000 to Tennessee artists in recognition of exceptional artwork. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several days to complete. Awards will be presented to professional artists in the following disciplines: visual arts, theater, music...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International singers and actors between the ages of 19 and 32 to participate in a musical theater and opera vocal contest. Contestants are encouraged to choose contrasting songs that display stylistic range and repertoire. Contestants ...

Award of $10,000 to a USA medical school faculty member to recognize significant contributions to health and the quality of healthcare for a broad population of Americans. Eligible nominees must be able to demonstrate that their work has influenced public policy, impro...

Awards of $10,000 to Texas full-time teachers in eligible counties to recognize outstanding contributions to education. The awards are intended to honor the exemplary contributions of teachers whose dedication and leadership inspire a spirit of learning in students of ...

Awards of $10,000 to Texas full-time teachers in eligible areas to recognize excellence in the field of education. The purpose of this award is to acknowledge and celebrate the dedication and contributions of teachers who exemplify the highest practices and standards o...

Award to Washington DC individuals, businesses, and organizations working to advance the environmental sustainability of the District. Two awards are available, one for environmentally sustainable activities and another for clean energy. It is recommended that informat...

Award to a USA, Canada, or International nonprofit or for-profit organization that is addressing environmental and social issues. Applicants are required to submit a preliminary application prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to support and incr...

Awards of $5,000 to USA journalists to recognize outstanding commentary or investigative journalism. Eligible categories of work include newspaper, book, broadcast, magazine, and opinion and analysis. Nominees should demonstrate strong storytelling skills, reportorial ...

Awards to English-speaking immigrants to Israel for significant contributions to the country. Awards are intended to recognize the outstanding achievements of immigrants from Western countries who have moved to Israel since 1948. A prize will be awarded in each of six ...

Award of $5,000 per year to an Idaho writer to recognize and honor excellence in the field of literature. Writers will be judged based on existing work, professional history, and the effectiveness of oral reading. Recipients will participate in craft workshops, reading...

Award to an Alaska teacher to recognize outstanding contributions to the quality of classroom education. The award is intended to honor and acknowledge the professionalism, accomplishments, and skills of an exemplary local educator. During the official year of recognit...

Fellowships of $5,000 to Idaho artists and writers to recognize and support outstanding work in their discipline. New applicants must receive approval in order to access the online application system. This program helps advance the recipient's career, rewards the pursu...

Opportunity for Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Texas IHE student teams to compete for prizes in a statewide entrepreneurial contest. Applicants must submit a first-round application before the full application. The competition is i...

Award to a Texas school superintendent, principal, or assistant principal to acknowledge his or her outstanding contribution to library-related services. Nominees should demonstrate how they have advanced various literary programs for both students and professionals. A...

Award to a Utah individual to recognize exceptional contributions and leadership abilities in utilizing technology to enhance education. The award is intended to honor a principal, school or district technology staff member, superintendent, regional technology trainer,...

Award to a Louisiana PreK-12 teacher to recognize outstanding efforts to integrate agricultural themes into the general classroom curriculum. The award is intended to honor a teacher who instills the importance of agriculture in students. Innovative, integrated, and in...

Award of up to $5,000 to a USA, Canada, or International undergraduate activist in recognition of exceptional activities that promote the preservation of freshwater and marine resources. Eligible nominees have championed their cause and garnered peer support throughout...

Awards to Oklahoma individuals and teams to acknowledge notable advances in the use of technology in education. The awards are intended to recognize the achievements of teams and individuals who strengthen the quality of online education through original methods. The p...

Awards of $1,000 to Texas libraries to recognize innovative programs that improve their visibility in the community. The purpose of the award is to acknowledge and publicize school, academic, public, or special libraries that have implemented creative programs that oth...

Award to a Massachusetts individual, institution, or agency to recognize exceptional contributions to literacy within the state. The purpose of the award is to honor a recipient who has demonstrated a commitment to advancing literacy through teaching, promotional endea...

Award to a Utah individual in the field of technology services to recognize contributions toward the use of technology in education. Nominations are welcome on behalf of individuals who have contributed to the profession and have facilitated partnerships with business ...

Award to a Utah educational technology coach, library technology coach, instructional coach, or curriculum coach to recognize advancements in the integration of technology into education. Nominations are welcome on behalf of individuals who provide support to teachers ...

Award to a USA, Canada, or International individual, group of individuals, or organization in recognition of substantial advances in seeking climate change solutions. The purpose of the award is to encourage and reward the pursuit of sustainable long-term results that ...

Awards to USA and Canada individuals in recognition of outstanding contributions to the Jewish community. Eligible nominees have demonstrated their dedication to the Jewish community by working for a nonprofit organization that serves the Jewish Community. Nominees wil...

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible areas that operate or support K-12 classroom programs in underserved communities. Funding is intended to enhance the teaching of the sciences and mathematics, as well as helping students develop skills related to...

Awards to Illinois poets in eligible locations to recognize outstanding achievements and contributions to the community. The poet will act as an advocate for language, poetry, and the arts and will create an artistic environment through civic events and public readings...

Award of $500 and a scholarship to a Maryland PreK-8 teacher for outstanding agriculture-based classroom instruction. The award is intended to honor a teacher who is not an ag teacher, yet incorporates agriculture into their core classroom studies. The funding source r...

Award of $3,500 to a USA library organization to recognize achievements in the area of professional development. The award honors an institution that offers a workforce development program designed to enhance staff abilities and increase effectiveness in reaching objec...

Awards to USA, Canada, and International graduate students and postdoctoral fellows for laboratory-based professional development opportunities. The award is intended to help applicants learn new research techniques and to promote innovative, multi-disciplinary researc...

Award to a Virginia teacher to recognize excellence in education. The award is intended to honor outstanding PK-12 teachers and school personnel, including library media specialists, counselors, career and technical educators, math specialists, and reading specialists...

Awards of $10,000 to USA and territories educators to recognize excellence in the field of STEM education. Applicants must teach at the 7-12th grade level. The purpose of this award is to honor teachers who have motivated their students and helped them succeed in the a...

Awards to USA physicians to recognize exceptional service and commitment to the medical profession, particularly for care rendered to disadvantaged populations. Awardees will be honored for outstanding leadership, community engagement, dedication, and volunteerism. Rec...

Award to a Florida teacher or educator to recognize outstanding contributions to the field of education. The award is intended to honor teachers who have had a significant and positive impact on student learning. Participating districts and institutions must select the...

Competition for USA and Canada college or university students in eligible areas to address environmental problems. Funding is intended for student-led teams to define an environmental issue, create a solution, develop a prototype, and design a business plan. Teams are ...

Grants and awards to Canada investigators for research related to cancer. Applicants are required to submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for established and emerging researchers and may address one of the following focu...

Opportunity for South Carolina schools to participate in an art competition related to litter prevention. The opportunity is intended to offer students in kindergarten through 5th grade the chance to participate in an enjoyable, educational competition and to create ar...

Awards to Canada authors, translators, and illustrators, and grants to Canada publishers for outstanding works of literature in a variety of genres. The purpose of this program is to recognize exemplary artistic and literary publications. Awards will be given for books...

Awards to Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New York high school teachers to recognize exceptional leadership, excellence in teaching, and commitment to school communities in eligible locations. In addition to their work in the classroom, candidates must serve more than ...

Award to a North Carolina individual to honor contributions and achievements in the health and medical sector in eligible locations. The award is intended to recognize exceptional leadership on a volunteer basis for the advancement of good health and medical care in th...

Award to a USA translator to recognize excellence in the translation of poetry. The award recipient will be honored for the outstanding translation into English of a poetry collection written in any language. The translated work must be no less than 48 pages and must h...