The purpose of the conflict-of-interest policy is to protect a nonprofit’s interest when entering into a transaction or arrangement that might benefit the private interest of an officer, director, the Organization or might result in a possible excess benefit transaction. The policy is intended to supplement but not replace any applicable state and federal laws governing conflict of interest applicable to nonprofit and charitable organizations.
Conflict of Interest Policy Template
Reference: Habits of Mind: Strategies for Disciplined Choice Making | By Arthur L. Costa and Bena Kallick
Thinking About Our Thinking (Metacognition) “When the mind is thinking it is talking to itself.” - Plato
Occurring in the neocortex, metacognition is our ability to know what we know and what we don’t know. It is our ability to plan a strategy for producing what information is needed, to be conscious of our own steps and strategies during the act of problem solving, and to reflect on and evaluate the productiveness of our own thinking. Probably the major components of metacognition are developing a plan of action, maintaining that plan in mind over a period of time, then reflecting back on and evaluating the plan upon its completion. Planning a strategy before embarking on a course of action assists us in keeping track of the steps in the sequence for the duration of the activity. It facilitates making temporal and comparative judgments, assessing the readiness for more or different activities, and monitoring our interpretations, perceptions, decisions, and behaviors.
Metacognition means becoming increasingly aware of one’s actions and the effect of those actions on others and on the environment, forming internal questions as one searches for information and meaning, developing mental maps or plans of action, mentally rehearsing prior to performance, monitoring those plans as they are employed. It involves being conscious of the need for midcourse correction if the plan is not meeting expectations, reflecting on the plan upon completion of the implementation for the purpose of self-evaluation, and editing mental pictures for improved performance.
Gaining Perspective and Having Fun!
In 2019, my friends at PowerPro Assistants asked if I would provide a few tips and a bit of inspiration for their virtual assistants who were joining their team. Of course, I was happy to do it. :-)
The unexpected trip down memory lane, refreshed my thinking about the importance of positive perspectives, an attitude of excellence, belief in self and the right relationships to accomplish our goals and achieve more than we imagined.
In this video I cover the virtues of sincere service and curiosity. Working for projects and people that I care about, and actively seeking solutions to challenges has been a major key to my professional success.
The Coates Inc. vision is educational equity for under-served communities so that all students can attain college and career success. They organize community service opportunities and college and career events for teens and young adults, work with administrative leaders to develop and customize college and career readiness curriculum, and walk students and their caregivers through the college admissions and applications processes.
No Stones Movement (NSM) is a non-profit dedicated to nurturing the mental, physical, spiritual and creative journey of Atlanta's inner city youth. NSM empowers teens and young adults by helping them expand their mind, enhance their spirits, strengthen their bodies and embrace their culture so that they can demonstrate the best versions of themselves and be an asset to their communities. Their vision is the holistic development of inner-city youth, ready to lead in Georgia.
Youth Talk United is a volunteer-driven youth and family support organization dedicated to empowering youth and young adults to deal with their emotions and express themselves in positive ways. Youth Talk United aims to improve quality of life outcomes for youth and young adults ages 10-24 who live in the Greater Birmingham area by offering a variety of supportive services designed to provide them with the life skills they need to successfully deal with issues they may encounter in their daily lives, while preparing them for a smooth transition into the real world.
The Bank of America Charitable Foundation
via cybergrants
US Bank Foundation
via cybergrants
Wells Fargo Foundation
via cybergrants (invitation code required)
PNC Foundation
email representative
Ally Financial Charitable Giving
accepted Feb - March only
Due Date(s): March 1st – December 15th each year
Funding Range: $100 - $5,000
Focus: Food Security, Arts and Education, Athletics and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)
Region(s): search Aldi’s markets
Learn More: Apply Online
Overview: Aldi Smart Kids supports organizations that make a positive impact on our kids' health and well-being.
Through ALDI Cares Community Grants, we partner with nonprofit organizations that make a positive impact on Children’s Health & Wellness and Food Insecurity while supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion programs. Whether your mission is to support children through education, arts, athletics or addressing food insecurity in your local community, we encourage you to apply for support from ALDI Cares Community Grants.
Due Date(s): rolling deadline
Funding Range: not listed
Focus: Humanitarian Aid, Sustainable Communities, Education and Youth Development, Social Justice, Coronavirus Response
Region(s): United States and around the world
Learn More: Apply Online
Overview: The Foundation has awarded more than $1 billion in grants to support sustainable community initiatives around the world.
Their environmental, social and governance goals and initiatives are anchored by their purpose — to refresh the world and make a difference. The foundation is committed to creating a more sustainable business and better shared future, that makes a difference in people’s lives, communities and the planet
Grant Opportunity: Constellation’s Community Champions Grant Program
Due Date(s): May 15, 2025
Funding Range: Up to $ 500
Focus: Education, Environment, Youth
Region(s): Texas, Georgia, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Nebraska, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Wyoming and Washington, D.C.
Learn More: Apply Online
Overview: Through the Community Champions program, Constellation customers can apply for grants up to $500 for causes that are important to their communities. Extra consideration will be given to those requests where the project, organization, or initiative focuses on education, environment, or youth. Since its inception, they have awarded nearly 2,500 community projects. Some examples of causes supported through the program include:
School science fair
Community tree planting
Mentoring program
Library/recreation center makeover
Youth sports
Due Date(s): rolling deadline
Funding Range: up to 10% of a program budget
Focus: Children, Education, and Health and Human Services
Region(s): search Costco markets
Learn More: Apply Online
Overview: Costco focuses on supporting charitable programs and community activities in the markets where we do business. All 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations focusing on children, education, and/or health and human services are eligible to apply for consideration, regardless of their distance from our locations.
Grant Opportunity:
Due Date: Feb 15 (Letter of Inquiry); Mar 30 (Full Proposal)
Focus: Youth after-school and summer activities
Region(s): Mid-Hudson Valley counties of Columbia, Dutchess, Greene, Orange, Putnam, and Ulster in New York State.
Funding Range: $3,000 and up
Learn More: Apply Online
Overview: The Dyson Foundation considers grants for out-of-school time programs including after-school, summer, and year-round activities.
Grant Opportunity: North America STEM and Youth Leadership Grants
Due Date: March 1-31 and August 1-31
Funding Range: $5,000 - $10,000
Focus: STEM Education Initiatives, Leadership Development for Youth
Region(s): Atlanta, Georgia; Chicago, Illinois; Grand Rapids, Michigan; Michigan Center, Michigan; Paducah, Kentucky; Peabody, Massachusetts; Rexdale, Ontario; Simpsonville, South Carolina; South Bend, Indiana; and Vancouver, Washington.
Learn More: Apply Online
Overview: H.B. Fuller’s philanthropic vision is to help young people grow into productive, successful adults. Grants are strategically focused in two areas: STEM education – youth education initiatives in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM); and leadership development for youth – organizations and programs that help young people become successful, productive adults.
Grant Opportunity: NEA Our Town
Due Date: August each year
Funding Range: $25,000 - $150,000
Focus: Arts Engagement, Cultural Planning, Design, Artist and Creative Industry Support
Region(s): United States
Learn More: Apply Online
Overview: Our Town is the NEA’s creative placemaking grants program. Through project-based funding, the program supports activities that integrate arts, culture, and design into local efforts that strengthen communities. Our Town projects advance local economic, physical, or social outcomes in communities, ultimately laying the groundwork for systems change and centering equity.
These projects require a partnership between a local government entity and nonprofit organization, one of which must be a cultural organization; and should engage in partnership with other sectors (e.g., agriculture and food, economic development, education and youth, environment and energy, health, housing, public safety, transportation, workforce development).
Grant Opportunity: Impact or Partner Grants
Due Date: January 2025
Focus: Economic Empowerment, Education, Heath, Housing
Region(s): District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia
Funding Range: Up to $ 100,000
Learn More: Apply Online
Overview: Many Hands has granted more than $2.25 million to nonprofit organizations serving women, children, and families in socioeconomic need in the Washington, DC area.
Due Date(s): May 10th and November 10th each year
Funding Range: $1,000 - $20,000
Focus: Museums, Performing Arts, Job Readiness, Youth Services, Senior Services, Disability Care, Health Clinics, Community Services, Wildlife and Environmental Conservation, PreK-12 Education, Vocational & Trade Education, Higher Education
Region(s): United States
Learn More: Apply Online
Overview: The Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation awards grants to organizations for which a small amount of money might make a large difference. The Foundation welcomes requests for support from community-based, non-profit organizations based in the United States.
This foundation supports for museums, cultural, performing, and visual arts programs, schools, hospitals, educational and skills training projects, programs for youth, seniors, and people who are handicapped, environmental and wildlife protection activities, and other community-based organizations and their programs.
Grant Opportunity: Montclair Fund for Women
Due Date: Mar 15, 2025
Focus: Women & Girl Services; Youth Development & Leadership; Education
Region(s): New Jersey
Funding Range: $2,500 - $12,500
Learn More: Apply Now
Overview: The Montclair Fund for Women supports programs that use innovative approaches to achieve educational success and social justice with a special emphasis on women and girls of color in Montclair and North Essex.
Due Date: rolling deadline
Funding Range: $10,000 - over $1,000,000
Focus: Civil Society, Education, Environment, and Flint Michigan Area
Region(s): Flint Michigan, and the United States
Learn More: Apply Online
Overview: The Charles Stewart Mott Foundation envisions a world in which each individual’s quality of life is connected to the well-being of the community, both locally and globally. The Mott Foundation funds grants in the United States and, on a limited geographic basis, internationally. Funding for unsolicited requests is very limited. If you’re interested in submitting an idea to us for funding, the first step is to complete a letter of inquiry (LOI) form. Your LOI will help our program staff determine the relevance of your proposed project to our programs and provide you with advice on whether to submit a full proposal.
Due Date: January 1 - June 1 every year (letter of inquiry)
Funding Range: $5,000 and up
Focus: Health, Education and Stronger Communities
Region(s): Oklahoma, and the United States
Learn More: Apply Online
Overview: The primary focus of the Noble Foundation granting program is funding agricultural research conducted by Noble Research Institute. In addition, funding is provided to charitable organizations that cultivate good health, support education and build stronger communities.
Due Date: April 1st or August 1st
Funding Range: Up to $10,000
Focus: Arts/Culture, Education, Environmental, Health/Medical, Human Services, Religion, Miscellaneous
Region(s): Pennsylvania, and the United States
Learn More: Apply Online
Overview: As a family foundation in Pittsburgh, PA, our philanthropic traditions are well rooted in our continued support of organizations that foster transformative programs which best serve the local community as a whole in the areas of arts and culture, education, environmental, health and medical, human services, and religion. The Foundation has found it beneficial underwriting grants that are tangible in nature or serve a higher number of individuals within the community and surrounding areas. The Foundation continually aids organizations that are endlessly striving to serve the community in various ways such as improving social conditions, expanding education, and working to better the environment.
