Davis Family Grant

Educational: Colleges, universities, and other accredited educational institutions are encouraged to apply. Trustees will also consider requests from other educational organizations_ _whose purpose is to improve academic outcomes for Maine students, provided that they meet some or all of these four criteria:

• The organization works directly with schools.
• The organization has certified teachers on staff or offers programming approved by certified teachers.
• The organization has a formal curriculum with educational goals that connect to Maine standards.
• The organization enhances learning by offering credit or certification. Medical Organizations: Hospitals, clinics and medical research organizations are encouraged to apply. Trustees will also consider requests from other health organizations for programs designed to increase the effectiveness of medical care. Cultural/Arts Organizations: Organizations whose customary and primary activity is to promote music, theater, drama, history, literature, the arts or other similar cultural activities.