Open House at Pivot, Feb 27

By Samantha, on February 19th, 2008%

Education and fashion unite to promote a smarter, greener future for Chicago

What: Pivot, Chicago’s first eco-boutique, hosts an open house event to benefit the Academy for Global Citizenship, a new Chicago Public Contract School on the Southwest Side. Opening for Kindergarten and First Grade students in August 2008, the school aims to be a national model . . . → Read More: Open House at Pivot, Feb 27

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Opportunities and grant programs in Illinois

By Samantha, on February 14th, 2008%

Illinois Rain Garden Initiative
The Illinois Rain Garden Initiative is designed to empower students and communities to confront local flooding concerns, restore native Illinois prairie habitats, and learn about green solutions to storm water management. The Lieutenant Governor’s Office will award 22 grants of $500 each to plant rain gardens. Eligible organizations include public institutions, . . . → Read More: Opportunities and grant programs in Illinois

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Echoing Green Fellowship

By TedErnst, on October 24th, 2006%

VISIONARIES WANTED

Do you have an incredible idea that could change your community, country, or world?

If so, apply for an Echoing Green Fellowship. You could receive up to $90,000 in seed funding and support to launch a new organization that turns your idea into action.

Apply online by Dec 1st at http://www.echoinggreen.org/.

Questions? Contact Jeremy Schifeling . . . → Read More: Echoing Green Fellowship

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