Intercultural Harmony Program: Support for Cross-Cultural Projects

Deadline: October 1

The Intercultural Harmony Program, an initiative of the Laura Jane MusserFund, promotes mutual understanding and cooperation between groups and itizens of different cultural backgrounds within defined geographical areas through collaborative, cross-cultural projects. Support isprovided to nonprofit organizations throughout the United States that initiate programs that increase the level of interaction between the targeted groups. Funded projects can be carried out in a number of areas, including the arts, community service, and youth activities.Planning or implementation grants averaging from $7,500 to $20,000 are provided for new projects within their first three years of operation.The application deadline is October 1, 2008. Detailed application guidelines are available on the Foundation's website: 209.68.13.147/community_relations/teach_awards.htm