| Funding Agency: | The Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy |
| Purpose: | The Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy funds family literacy initiatives and literacy programs that "build families of readers." Family Literacy programs must address all of the following: 1.) Reading instruction for parents or primary caregivers. 2.) Literacy or pre-literacy instruction for children. 3.) Intergenerational activities where parent/caregiver and children learn and read together. 4. Additional areas including parent support groups, home visits, job training. |
| Eligibility: | Nonprofits. Public agencies like schools may apply. |
| Grade Level: | K-12 |
| Subject Area: | Literacy |
| Deadline: | Open |
| Total Funds Available: | $500,000 |
| Average Award: | No grant will exceed $50,000. |
| Number of Years: | The grants are awarded for a year. |
| Contact: | The Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy 1112 16th Street, NW, Suite.340 Washington, DC 20036 Telephone Number: (202) 955-6183. |
| E-Mail: | sooc@erols.com |
| Website: | Barbara Bush Foundation |