Discovery Education will review it's portfolio of social impact programs specifically designed to help educators meet students' wellness needs through engaging resources, appropriate for all grade levels. Sign up today to hear more about the different offerings available.

Grant Writing for Greater Impact - October 27, 2021 (Webinar)

The Center for Nonprofit Advancement will host a webinar to help write grants for a greater impact. Participants will review and discuss a generic letter proposal and compare it to the Washington Grantmakers’ Common Grant Application guidelines. Register here.

Youth Mental Health First Aid - November 4, 2021 (Webinar)

The Office of the State Superintendent of Education will conduct a webinar to discuss the risk factors and warning signs of a variety of mental health challenges common among adolescents, including anxiety, depression, psychosis, eating disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, disruptive behavior disorders, and substance use disorder. Learn more about this webinar here.

Summer Changes Everything - November 8-10, 2021 (Washington, DC)

The National Summer Learning Association's national conference, brings together the leading thinkers, funders, education advocates, and policymakers committed to ensuring every young person in America can grow, learn, and thrive beyond the classroom. Register to attend this upcoming conference here.

Social and Emotional Learning and Sustainability - November 19, 2021 (Webinar)

Join the CASEL Cares, as they reflect on lessons learned over the past decade and share six elements for sustaining SEL implementation across a district. This webinar is based on a forthcoming CASEL insights report that will be released next month and shared with all registrants. Read more here.

Note: References to events, workshops, organizations, or activities do not serve as an endorsement or recommendation from the OST Office, Learn24, or the Government of the District of Columbia.

The OST Office is Hiring!

The OST Office is currently accepting applications for a Data Analyst. Applications must be received by Thursday, October 28, 2021 to be considered. For more information or to apply, please click here.

Upcoming Virtual Workshops from The Institute for Youth Development

The Institute for Youth Development is committed to providing youth development professionals with an opportunity to gain practical skills that can be implemented in their interactions with youth immediately. This listing of upcoming workshops helps promote a positive environment with youth.

Volunteer as a Grant Reviewer

The OST Office is seeking grant application reviewers. Individuals with expertise or background in youth development are strongly encouraged to volunteer. Current grantees and applicants are eligible to volunteer. Interested individuals should complete this brief interest form.

Resources From the Field

Suicide is Preventable: What You Can Do to Support our Youth in Crisis

A recent blog article from Youth-Nex, highlights warning signs and what can be done to support youth in crisis. According to the Center for Disease Control, suicide is the second leading cause of death for youth ages 10-19. This article highlights some key indicators, warning signs, and potential next steps to support someone. Showing the young person you care and are available for them when things are difficult is vital not only in moments of crisis, but every day. Read the full blog posting here.

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (1-800-273-8255) and the Crisis Text Line (741741) are national resources that are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week and have trained counselors available.

Funding Opportunities

The Arnold F. Keller, Jr. Grant

The Capitol Hill Community Foundation will award one grant of $25,000 to support new initiatives, or programmatic expansions, that can make significant contributions to the life of the Capitol Hill community. Focus areas for this grant competition include schools and teachers; youth programming; social service programs; and neighborhood beautification and community building. The deadline to apply is Friday, October 22, 2021. More information can be found here.

American Association of University Women Community Action Grants

The American Association of University Women is offering grant assistance to community-based nonprofit organizations for innovative programs or non-degree research projects that promote education and equity for women and girls. Grant awards range from $3,000 to $10,000. Applications must be received by Wednesday, December 1, 2021. View information regarding eligibility, selection criteria, regulations, required components, and more here.

Venable Foundation

The Venable Foundation, Inc. was established to promote the health and well-being of the communities in the Washington, D.C. area. The Venable Foundation’s current funding priorities include Human Services, Legal Services, Education, Workforce Development, Youth Impact, Health, Environment, and Arts and Culture. Grant amounts may vary. Applications must be received by Tuesday, February 1, 2022. Learn more about the application process, deadlines and eligibility criteria here.

New ERA Women Writers Program

The Cornelia T. Bailey Foundation is currently accepting applications for the New Era Women Writers Program to inspire women and girls to learn to write or support improving their current abilities. The Cornelia T. Bailey Foundation supports programs that will provide women and girls with the knowledge and skills to express themselves through the art of writing and to encourage higher levels of training designed to assist women in delivering clear and persuasive arguments for change and equality. Grants of up to $25,000 will be awarded to local non-profit, tax-exempt public charities, accredited schools, universities, government agencies, or public agencies. Grant applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Prospective applications must submit a letter of inquiry before applying. Learn more about selection criteria, deadlines, subject areas, and more here.

Serve DC - The Mayor's Office on Volunteerism and Partnerships Funding Alert

Weekly newsletter of funding opportunities.

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