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Phelps Dodge Foundation Distributes New Grants to Boost Education
Phelps Dodge Foundation Distributes New Grants to Boost Education
Published 12-22-05
Submitted by Phelps Dodge Corporation
More than 200 grant applications were considered from 23 communities across the U.S. Projects receiving funding included an earth, land and resources program in Morenci, Ariz.; an environmental education program to teach students about the effects of non-native plant life on river ecology in Clarkdale, Ariz.; a math performance improvement program in Duncan, Ariz.; a student/teacher recycling program in Silver City, N.M.; a reading remediation project in Leadville, Colo.; an experimental research project in Fort Madison, Iowa; an early reading improvement program in New Haven, Ind.; and a rocks and minerals discovery field trip program in Norwich, Conn.
The Mini-Grants for Education program was launched in 2005 with the goal of supplementing classroom curriculum and educational opportunities for students at U.S. schools and rewarding the creativity and initiative of teachers and school administrators.
"The new Mini-Grants program allows us to strengthen the foundation's commitment to education by supporting teachers in their efforts to improve the quality of education for their students," said Tracy Bame, vice president-Phelps Dodge Foundation and director-community affairs.
Applicants may apply for grants of $100 to $500. A school is eligible to receive up to four mini-grants during each application period. Deadlines to apply for the program are Nov. 15 and March 15 of each school year.
Teachers, school administrators, PTA officials and parent volunteers affiliated with schools located in or near communities in which Phelps Dodge or one of its subsidiaries has a presence are eligible to apply for funds on behalf of a school or classroom, with the stipulation that the applicants are directly involved with the implementation of the project.
The scope of programs and projects eligible for funding includes:
Funds awarded though the Mini-Grants program may be used for field trip expenses; classroom materials, supplies and equipment; educational competitions at the state, regional or national levels; and student rewards for performance improvement.
Phelps Dodge and its foundation have identified companywide initiatives and signature programs that enrich communities, encourage sustainability, provide access to resources and build partnerships. For additional information on Phelps Dodge community involvement and corporate giving, contact (602) 366-8116 or visit http://www.phelpsdodge.com/Community-Environment/CommunityRelations/
Phelps Dodge Corp. is one of the world's leading producers of copper and molybdenum, the largest producer of molybdenum-based chemicals and continuous-cast copper rod, and among the leading producers of magnet wire and carbon black. The company and its two divisions, Phelps Dodge Mining Co. and Phelps Dodge Industries, employ approximately 15,500 people worldwide.
Phelps Dodge Corporation
Phelps Dodge Corporation
Phelps Dodge Corp. is one of the world's leading producers of copper and molybdenum and is the largest producer of molybdenum-based chemicals and continuous-cast copper rod. The company employs 14,500 people worldwide. In 2005, Phelps Dodge produced about 2.5 billion pounds of copper and 62 million pounds of molybdenum. Two major projects on the horizon are the development of a copper mine in Safford, Ariz., and a copper/cobalt mine in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Phelps Dodge strives to create value for our communities, our employees and our businesses and to act as a catalyst for positive change in our operating communities through charitable giving, employee involvement and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
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