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Grants and Community Initiatives Program:
Education

Introduction:

To enhance the quality of and access to education and to lifelong learning opportunities for all British Columbians.

Purpose:

The broad purpose of the Program is to enhance the quality of and access to education and to lifelong learning opportunities for all British Columbians.

Goals:

  • To support the development and implementation of educational initiatives that:
    • Contribute to excellence in teaching and learning
    • Foster student citizenship and volunteerism
    • Strengthen school communities through the participation of students, parents, educators, and the community
  • Improve educational access and program completion rates for all students, particularly for those facing economic or cultural barriers or with special needs
  • Encourage learners to develop healthy self-esteem including a respectful appreciation of their own and others’ individual, ethnic and cultural identity
  • Advance educational approaches and facilitate access to enhanced literacy for all age groups
  • Disseminate successful program models, and promote innovation in a specific area of learning
  • Contribute to the professional growth of educators and the advancement of innovative approaches to learning
  • Demonstrate collaborative planning, competent financial management and appropriate use of community resources

Area of Particular Interest: Aboriginal Education

Priority will be given to proposals that:

  • Show innovation and/or a questioning of the status quo,
  • Capacity to transform Aboriginal education,
  • Are targeted to expanding the number, knowledge and skill of Aboriginal educators.

It is expected that the initiatives will:

  • Integrate Aboriginal knowledge systems;
  • Ensure meaningful involvement and decision-making of Aboriginal community, Elders, parents, educators and learners;
  • Build capacity through collaboration, connection and partnerships that are sustainable.

Particular consideration will be given to:

  • Educational organizations with a demonstrated commitment and capacity for success in aboriginal education, particularly in communities or regions with high numbers of Aboriginal students

Advisory Committee Members:

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Vancouver Foundation Contact:

Tel: 604.688.2204
Email: info@vancouverfoundation.ca

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