The City of Fall River’s Grant Writer assists all City Departments and the Public School Administration in seeking grants to support City functioning. 508-324-2662 The Grant Writer works with other Departments to identify grant-seeking needs and to prepare grant applications. The City seeks grants from State and Federal sources as well as foundations and other private grant-making institutions to supplement its budget. Recent successes include awards from: PetSmart Charities to establish a trap-neuter-release program to reduce and control the feral cat population. Massachusetts 2020 (an education non-profit leading the Expanded Learning Time Initiative with the Massachusetts Department of Education) to provide the Cove Club project to students at the Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School, in partnership with Battleship Cove, as part of the school's ELT academic enrichment activities. Amelia Peabody Foundation to provide a variety of enrichment and recreational activities to youth in Fall River's first Community Learning Center located at the Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School. The Massachusetts Department of Industrial Accidents to provide a safety and health education and training program to municipal employees, which will promote safe and healthy conditions in the workplace. Fall River Women's Union to sponsor the summer teen movie series at the Fall River Public Library. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health to prevent and reduce drug use and overdose as part of the Healthy City Fall River partnership of area residents and service providers working together to promote health and wellbeing in the community. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health to provide a fitness and nutrition program for seniors through the Council on Aging that will promote elder wellness. Friedman School of Nutrition at Tufts University to promote physical activity and healthy eating among 1st - 3rd graders, and their families, through changes in the school, home, and community environments. Northeastern University to host a Massachusetts Promise Fellow who will lead and support youth leaders in the city as they develop and implement projects that will make positive changes in their schools, their communities, and themselves. Travelers Insurance to establish a summer program of academic, enrichment, and fitness activities at Doran Elementary School. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health to develop wellness programs for municipal employees in partnership with area towns and cities. The Massachusetts Cultural Council to provide a variety of artistic and cultural activities for First Night. The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation to plant and maintain trees and to promote the health benefits of an urban forest. The National Association of County and City Health Officials, a capacity-building award to support and sustain the efforts of the Greater Fall River Medical Reserve Corps. The United States Tennis Association for Community Development Recreation to continue a combined after-school program of structured educational activities and tennis instruction to the city's youth. The Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency to obtain equipment that will enhance our community's emergency preparedness. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health to hire a Wellness Coordinator who will create exercise and nutrition programs in an effort to improve the health of residents over the next five years. The National Trust Preservation Fund to assess conditions at the Capitol Theater and prepare a plan for future preservation, rehabilitation, and use. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health to provide youth with opportunities and activities designed to help build a foundation for future success. The Massachusetts Department of Education to continue after-school programs at Doran Elementary School that enhance children's language, vocabulary, and math skills. The Massachusetts Department of Education to provide after-school academic enrichment opportunities and activities at Greene Elementary School. The Polaris Ranger Donation Program for a utility vehicle that will enhance the community's emergency response capability. The United States Department of Labor to develop a community network of alternative education and career services designed to reduce the dropout rate and re-engage youth who have dropped out. The United Way to provide an intergenerational, after-school community service program for middle school students. The Massachusetts Animal Coalition to establish a trap-neuter-release program to reduce and control the feral cat population. The Massachusetts Executive Office of Public Safety to provide a variety of summer recreational activities and summer job opportunities for youth. The Laura Bush Foundation for America's Libraries to purchase school library books. Northeastern University to host a Massachusetts Promise Fellow who will lead and support youth leaders in the middle schools as they develop and implement projects that will make positive changes in their schools, their communities, and themselves. The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation to plant and maintain trees and to promote the health benefits of an urban forest. The National Association of County and City Health Officials, a capacity-building award to support the development of the Greater Fall River Medical Reserve Corps. A Mix It Up Grant, part of the Southern Poverty Law Center's Teaching Tolerance Program, to support activities associated with the Mayor's annual Youth Forum. The Verizon Foundation to continue Pathways to Family Success, a pilot program that provides adult basic education classes for parents and family literacy components and tutorial services for their children. The United States Tennis Association for Community Development Recreation to provide a combined after-school program of structured educational activities and tennis instruction to the city's youth. The Massachusetts Executive Office of Environmental Affairs to make improvements to North Park, including new lighting, walkways, and benches. The Massachusetts Executive Office of Environmental Affairs to hire a planning consultant to assist with the development of Fall River's Master Plan. The United States Department of Homeland Security to hire six new firefighters. The United States Department of Justice to fund a combination of school safety and security initiatives in the city's schools. The Massachusetts Executive Office of Environmental Affairs to plan improvements to Britland Park, as part of the city's initiative to restore the Quequechan River. The Massachusetts Department of Education to provide after-school academic enrichment opportunities and activities in two of the city's middle schools. The Massachusetts Department of Education to establish a new after-school program of academic support and enrichment activities at Doran Elementary School. For more information, contact: Jane DiBiasio Telephone: 508-324-2662 Fax: 508-324-2626 E-mail: grantwriter@fallriverma.org