We are writing to inform you of a small grant opportunity we have received through the New York State Educational Conference Board to assist students from the Gulf States who have been displaced as a result of hurricanes Katrina and Rita. The $2,000 contribution is available to LEAs enrolling displaced students in mini-grants of up to $50.00. Funds may be requested to purchase school supplies, clothing, personal supplies, etc. To apply for these funds, you must submit a brief narrative to Jennifer Pringle at jpringle@advocatesforchildren.org describing how the funds will be used.

In addition to the aforementioned grant opportunity, there are a number of churches and faith-based organizations that have offered to provide assistance. Requests for this additional assistance should also be forwarded to Ms. Pringle at the above noted email address.