[nfbmi-talk] Imagination Fund Grant

[J.J. Meddaugh]

Also to clarify, Camp T didn't cost us any money as an affiliate this year, 
to my knowledge. I do agree it would be nice to have some better 
accountability as to exactly how the grant money for camp is being spent.

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "David Robinson" <drob1946 at gmail.com>
To: "'NFB of Michigan Internet Mailing List'" <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Wednesday, August 18, 2010 4:19 PM
Subject: Re: [nfbmi-talk] Imagination Fund Grant


> Dear Cristine,
>
>   It is my understanding that we can apply for more then one grant and if
> the committee decides to fund more then one in Michigan for various 
> projects
> then they will do so.  Scholarship programs can be excellent means to grow
> the affiliate and s o is Camp T programs.  So is the youth outreach and so
> is local chapter building projects.  Many things can strengthen our
> affiliate, but lets just make sure that the projects we seek funding for
> will have a means to grow this organization.  If we do so, we can help 
> blind
> kids and adults now and into the future.
>
> Dave
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: nfbmi-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:nfbmi-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org]
> On Behalf Of Christine Boone
> Sent: Wednesday, August 18, 2010 2:48 PM
> To: 'NFB of Michigan Internet Mailing List'
> Subject: Re: [nfbmi-talk] Imagination Fund Grant
>
> Elizabeth and all:
> Thanks to you Elizabeth, for posting this question for everyone to see, so
> that all may have the chance to weigh in.
>
> I think that your idea about requesting a grant to provide scholarship 
> money
> is an excellent one.  This is a way to  support students who are working
> hard to ensure that they have a future that is more than collecting SSI.
> The connection with students will also give us the opportunity to assist
> them in navigating the rehabilitation process, which can some times be a
> challenge, especially when one is trying to focus on studies and all of 
> the
> other activity that is so important in college life.
>
> While I agree that the timing seems best right now to request scholarship
> funds through an Imagination grant, I do want to say a word about Camp T:
> This has been an incredible summer at that enchanted place among the 
> lakes.
> Through the generous heart of one of our most dedicated federation 
> members,
> the Federation was able to fund 3 camps this season.  These were Braille
> Camp, Science Camp and Culinary Camp.  All 3 experiences provided 
> fantastic
> opportunities for learning and expanding confidence to the young people 
> who
> participated in them.  These kids will only benefit from such experiences 
> if
> we can provide them.  During this year, our 3 weeks would have been empty,
> were it not for the generosity of our colleague.  I know that Camp T does
> not really give back to us financially, but I believe it gives to us in
> other ways.  Our members have been able to connect with young people,
> serving as mentors and examples for them, and developing long lasting
> friendships at the same time. Some of our number have been able to find
> remunerative employment at the Camp, allowing them to save up some money 
> for
> the long school year ahead.  This summer's camp staff was fantastic.  They
> were supportive, open, cooperative and wonderful to work with.  This Camp 
> is
> struggling right now and while I am not sure that we are the solution to 
> its
> troubles, I do believe that it is worth our while to support Camp 
> Tuhsmeheta
> by advocating for the continuation of its programs and substantial 
> increase
> to its funding through the Department of Education.
>
> Thanks for listening.     And for the record:
> My vote is to write an Imagination Grant for student scholarships.
>
> Christine
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: nfbmi-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:nfbmi-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org]
> On Behalf Of Elizabeth
> Sent: Tuesday, August 17, 2010 6:08 PM
> To: nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org
> Subject: Re: [nfbmi-talk] Imagination Fund Grant
>
>
> So if this grant is due on September 1, then what do we as an affiliate 
> want
> to do with it? I know that our funds are vary limited right now, so I
> believe it is important that we apply for this grant. I would recommend 
> that
> we apply for a grant to help the student division get their scholarship
> program up and running again, or help out with the costs associated with
> attending Washington Seminar.
>
> I am deeply opposed on the idea of applying for a grant to help fund more
> camps at Camp T. They are a separate organization that is not a part of 
> the
> National Federation of the Blind, and I have a problem with us funding
> programs for a separate organization when we have a problem funding our 
> own
> organization. We should be more concerned about funding our own 
> organization
> before we think about funding another organization that does not appear to
> do much to help or support us.
>
> What does everyone else think? It would have been nice to have a 
> discussion
> about this on the last conference call, but since that did not happen, I 
> am
> posting the question here on the email list. We need to make a decision 
> fast
> if we want to get in on this opportunity.
>
> Respectfully,
> Elizabeth
>
>
>> Date: Tue, 17 Aug 2010 11:27:13 -0700
>> From: d_mohnke18 at yahoo.com
>> To: nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org
>> Subject: [nfbmi-talk] Imagination Fund Grant
>>
>> <P>Hello, </P>
>> <P> </P>
>> <P>I e-mailed the national office and the Imagination Fund Grant is
>> due by 4:00 pm on September 1.  I was told the application is not
>> posted online but I did receive an application attached to the e-mail
>> I recieved. I forwarded that message to a few people but if you would
>> like a copy of the grant application please let me know. </P>
>> <P> </P> <P>Diana </P>
>>
>>
>>
>>
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