Microsoft Unlimited Potential Grants
(Technology)
Funding Agency:	Mircrosoft Coorporation
Purpose:	Microsoft Coorporation makes "Unlimited Potential" grants to provide technology skills for disadvantaged individuals through community-based technology and learning centers (CTLCs).  Microsoft seeks to remove the limits to individual potential around the world by eliminating technology illiteracy.
Eligibility:	CTLCs (in community centers, schools, libraries, housing facilities or other locations) offering:  public access on a walk-in, low- or no-fee basis; an informal, welcoming environment; strong leadership; friendly, knowledgeable staff or volunteers; a social benefit focus/mission; relevant curriculum driven by local demand; and well maintained, reliable computer equipment, peripherals and connectivity.  Tip:  Schools are not eligible for funding for programs during school hours, but may qualify for support through programs run by a nonprofit organization during non-school hours.
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Subject Area:	Technology
Deadline:	Unsolicited proposals are reviewed on an ongoing basis.
Total Funds Available:	Announced on September 2003, the first round of grants totaled $8.1 million, $4.5 million of this in cash the rest in software.  Microsoft plans to commit more than $1 billion to the initiative over the next five years.
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Website:	www.microsoft.com/mscorp/citizenship/giving/apply/guidelines.asp