Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation

February 28 Application Deadline for Kent Education and Learning Foundation

January 9, 2012

SHEFFIELD, MA—Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation announced today that the Kent Education and Learning Foundation (KELF) is accepting applications through February 28. KELF is seeking proposals for grants from teachers, administrators, and staff of the Kent Center School for projects that will fulfill the mission of the Foundation which is to achieve educational excellence for students at Kent Center School by providing both financial and human resources for innovation and creative educational projects and programs. Possible projects include, but are not limited to independent study, new programs, visiting speakers, professional development for teachers, library resources, class field trips, and scientific, athletic, or technical equipment.

Grants awarded will generally range from $100 to $1,000. All grant monies must be spent within twelve months of being awarded, or be returned to KELF. Applications and guidelines are available online or by calling 413.229.0370.

Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation builds stronger communities and improves the quality of life for all residents of northwest Litchfield County, CT; Berkshire County, MA; and Columbia County and northeast Dutchess County, NY, acting as an agent for positive change in the region. Since 1987, Berkshire Taconic has managed a growing collection of charitable funds created by individuals, families and businesses. Each year, the foundation distributes over $7 million through grants and scholarships for programs in the arts and education, health and human services and environmental protection, helping thousands of donors achieve their philanthropic goals and hundreds of nonprofits carry on their good work. Berkshire Taconic is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit public charity.

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