Opportunity Round-up


Wondering how to do something? Want to do what you do even better? Every Tuesday we pull together a collection of links from around the web – bits of brilliance that you can use to improve your work and yourself.

Today, we've pulled together a few leadership and funding opportunities. Take a look!

Are you a social entrepreneur making a difference in an earth-friendly manner? Consider entering the World Challenge 2011, sponsored by BBC World News and Newsweek. Click here for details.
* Entrants must be over the age of 18.
Deadline: June 19th, 2011

Looking to take your project to the next level? Practice your pitch (one of the most important tools as a leader) and be eligible for one of five $250 grants through DoSomething.org. Click here for details.
Deadline: July 7th, 2011.

The Sodexo Foundation and Youth Service America are accepting applications for lead organizers to engage the community on the issue of childhood hunger during Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week this November. Click here for details.
Deadline: July 15th,2011.

Earth, Wind, Water, Fire, Heart! Are you working to bring hands-on solutions to environmental problems in your community? You may be eligible for a Captain Planet Environmental Grant. Click here for more details.
Deadline: September 31, 2011.

Join innovators, thinkers, and doers from across the MidWest for Chicago Ideas Week. Complete with great speakers, two TEDx Events (one for specifically for youth!), and learning labs, consider marking your calendars now! Click here for details.
When: October 10-16, 2011

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