Welcome to The NC DKG Educational Foundation Endowment Page
Foundation and Endowment Grants Statewide
Grant Cycle Dates
Fall: Due September 30 Awarded Nov 1
Spring: Due January 31 Awarded March 1
Grant Cycle Dates
Fall: Due September 30 Awarded Nov 1
Spring: Due January 31 Awarded March 1
CONTINUING EDUCATION GRANT FOR PROFFESSIONAL/PERSONAL GROWTH - statewide
These grants may be awarded to individuals or to projects offering professional/personal growth for women educators through such educational activities as attendance at conferences or seminars, participation in independent studies, or educational travel. Proposals must indicate the anticipated impact of the activity on the participant(s) and on others who may also benefit as a result of the participant(s) engagement in the activity. Added value for Innovation, Creativity, and/or Collaboration.
Amount: $500 Cycle: Fall & Spring
Application Form
LEARNING/LITERACY PROJECT GRANT - statewide
This Learning/Literacy Project Grant, which may be initiated by Delta Kappa Gamma chapters or individual educators, covers a broad range of possibilities, as it focuses directly on meeting an immediate need that will enhance learning or literacy for students in pre-school, classroom, school, or community settings. Added value for Innovation, Creativity, and/or Collaboration.
Amount: $500 Cycle: Fall & Spring
Application Form
These grants may be awarded to individuals or to projects offering professional/personal growth for women educators through such educational activities as attendance at conferences or seminars, participation in independent studies, or educational travel. Proposals must indicate the anticipated impact of the activity on the participant(s) and on others who may also benefit as a result of the participant(s) engagement in the activity. Added value for Innovation, Creativity, and/or Collaboration.
Amount: $500 Cycle: Fall & Spring
Application Form
LEARNING/LITERACY PROJECT GRANT - statewide
This Learning/Literacy Project Grant, which may be initiated by Delta Kappa Gamma chapters or individual educators, covers a broad range of possibilities, as it focuses directly on meeting an immediate need that will enhance learning or literacy for students in pre-school, classroom, school, or community settings. Added value for Innovation, Creativity, and/or Collaboration.
Amount: $500 Cycle: Fall & Spring
Application Form
Dr. Judith B. Carlson Endowment
The Dr. Judith B. Carlson Endowment was created in 2020 by Alpha Gamma chapter to honor a dedicated member and outstanding educator. Dr. Carlson has been a driving force in the establishment of the NC DKG Educational Foundation and has worked diligently to create endowments in DKG chapters throughout NC. As a physical education professor at Appalachian State University, her passion was preparing students for careers in teaching.
Dr. Carlson recognizes the need to support enrichment opportunities for both educators and students.
This grant may be used by educators for international travel and cultural immersion allowing them to bring broader cultural perspectives to their classroom. It may also be used to offer unique enrichment opportunities for students through field trips (ie. museums, galleries, concerts, theater), outdoor education, camping, and other experiential and diverse learning opportunities.
Grants will provide financial support to nourish the personal growth of NC educators with priority given to those from the counties of Watauga and Avery. The ultimate goal of The Dr. Judith B Carlson Endowment is to ignite and intrigue the imagination of educators as they create inspiring, enriched learning experiences within and beyond the classroom.
Amount: up to $500 Cycle: Fall
Application Form
The Dr. Judith B. Carlson Endowment was created in 2020 by Alpha Gamma chapter to honor a dedicated member and outstanding educator. Dr. Carlson has been a driving force in the establishment of the NC DKG Educational Foundation and has worked diligently to create endowments in DKG chapters throughout NC. As a physical education professor at Appalachian State University, her passion was preparing students for careers in teaching.
Dr. Carlson recognizes the need to support enrichment opportunities for both educators and students.
This grant may be used by educators for international travel and cultural immersion allowing them to bring broader cultural perspectives to their classroom. It may also be used to offer unique enrichment opportunities for students through field trips (ie. museums, galleries, concerts, theater), outdoor education, camping, and other experiential and diverse learning opportunities.
Grants will provide financial support to nourish the personal growth of NC educators with priority given to those from the counties of Watauga and Avery. The ultimate goal of The Dr. Judith B Carlson Endowment is to ignite and intrigue the imagination of educators as they create inspiring, enriched learning experiences within and beyond the classroom.
Amount: up to $500 Cycle: Fall
Application Form
Margaret Church Endowment
The Margaret Church Endowment was established in December 2019 to celebrate the life of one of North Carolina’s most dedicated and colorful DKG members. Margaret was a classroom teacher and Program Services Director supervising testing, Title I, technology, and staff development. She was an active member of Alpha Nu Chapter for 40 years. Her friendship, wit, and passion for helping others will continue through the Church Endowment Grant. This grant may be used by teachers in grades 4-12 to purchase instructional materials in Leadership Development for use in their classrooms. It is available for student training in extra-curricular groups, grade-level activities, or total school initiatives in Leadership Development that impacts grades 4-12.
The grant may be used to help fund Leadership Development for Educators, such as attending Leadership Development classes and conferences or holding school-wide or system-wide leadership development sessions for educators.
Amount: up to $1,000 Cycle: Fall
Application Form
The Margaret Church Endowment was established in December 2019 to celebrate the life of one of North Carolina’s most dedicated and colorful DKG members. Margaret was a classroom teacher and Program Services Director supervising testing, Title I, technology, and staff development. She was an active member of Alpha Nu Chapter for 40 years. Her friendship, wit, and passion for helping others will continue through the Church Endowment Grant. This grant may be used by teachers in grades 4-12 to purchase instructional materials in Leadership Development for use in their classrooms. It is available for student training in extra-curricular groups, grade-level activities, or total school initiatives in Leadership Development that impacts grades 4-12.
The grant may be used to help fund Leadership Development for Educators, such as attending Leadership Development classes and conferences or holding school-wide or system-wide leadership development sessions for educators.
Amount: up to $1,000 Cycle: Fall
Application Form
Patricia Elaine Clark Endowment
The Patricia Elaine Clark Endowment was created in December 2023 to honor a dedicated educator for her decades-long contributions to education and the community. Patricia was an innovative mathematics teacher at Freedom High School in Burke County, an award winning 4-H Volunteer, a director on the board of Black Mt Home for Children & Families, and a moderator for the Synod of the Mid-Atlantic Presbyterian Women. She was a member of the Delta Kappa Gamma Society International serving in leadership roles in Alpha Nu Chapter and NC DKG. She was a master seamstress, sharing this talent through beautifully crafted business attire and delightful costumes that enhanced her speaking events. Patricia lived a life of giving, serving, and sharing.
This grant is for educators in NC public schools with preference to educators who teach mathematics in grades 9-12. It covers a broad range of possibilities, including continuing education; special certification; conference participation; or collaborative, subject-related enrichment activities fin mathematics. The grant also supports creative teacher-led mathematics projects for grades 9-12 that enhance student learning within the classroom or outside class activities involving mathematics.
Amount: up to $500 Cycle: Fall
Application Form
The Patricia Elaine Clark Endowment was created in December 2023 to honor a dedicated educator for her decades-long contributions to education and the community. Patricia was an innovative mathematics teacher at Freedom High School in Burke County, an award winning 4-H Volunteer, a director on the board of Black Mt Home for Children & Families, and a moderator for the Synod of the Mid-Atlantic Presbyterian Women. She was a member of the Delta Kappa Gamma Society International serving in leadership roles in Alpha Nu Chapter and NC DKG. She was a master seamstress, sharing this talent through beautifully crafted business attire and delightful costumes that enhanced her speaking events. Patricia lived a life of giving, serving, and sharing.
This grant is for educators in NC public schools with preference to educators who teach mathematics in grades 9-12. It covers a broad range of possibilities, including continuing education; special certification; conference participation; or collaborative, subject-related enrichment activities fin mathematics. The grant also supports creative teacher-led mathematics projects for grades 9-12 that enhance student learning within the classroom or outside class activities involving mathematics.
Amount: up to $500 Cycle: Fall
Application Form
The Dr. Barbara Day-Dr. Mary M. Cauley Endowed Fund for International Study and Travel through Attendance at Professional Conferences and Conventions
The Dr. Barbara Day – Dr. Mary M. Cauley Endowed Fund for International Study and Travel through Attendance at Professional Conferences and Conventions was established June 2022. NC DKG Presidents Dr. Barbara Day (1993-1995) and Dr. Mary Cauley (1999-2001) traveled extensively to international conferences and conventions, attending as speakers and initiators of new chapters and new state organizations abroad. They appreciate the benefits gained from such travel and wish to endorse these life-long learning experiences that no other professional development experience can match in terms of diversity. They are grateful for the many opportunities to serve, learn, and meet new friends and colleagues at the international level. Dr. Day and Dr. Cauley desire for other NC DKG educators to enjoy these experiences and are pleased to help enable that. The Day-Cauley Endowment Grant is designed for NC DKG educators to grow professionally and personally by continuing education experiences through travel and study at the international level. Grant priority is given to NC DKG educators attending a DKG International Conference or Convention abroad. The second priority is for NC DKG educators attending an Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development Conference or Convention abroad. The third priority is for NC educators attending a Kappa Delta Pi International Convention. Dr. Day served as international president of all three of these educational organizations. Amount: up to $1,000 Cycle: Spring Application Form |
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Groves-Little Endowment
Established December 28, 2018 North Carolina Delta Kappa Gamma Past State Presidents Linda Little (2011-2013) and Sheila Groves (2015-2017) collaborated to establish the Groves-Little Endowment for Early Career Educators, December 2018. During their professional careers, both Linda and Sheila worked with classroom teachers as well as students pursuing a career in education. The importance of supporting teachers in their beginning years has become a passion. Recent attrition rates of 12.31%, for NC teachers with fewer than three years of service, motivated Linda and Sheila to work with the NC DKG Educational Foundation to create funding that targets this professional group. The Groves-Little Endowment is intended to recognize the value of beginning teachers, 0-4 years of experience, and to acknowledge and support the contributions of these early career educators working in NC public schools. Grants may be used for continuing education, pursuing an advanced degree or certificate, enrichment opportunities such as travel or developing a personal talent/skill, educational research to improve instructional settings or systems, and special projects or programs enhancing classroom, school, and/or community experiences. Amount: up to $1,000 Cycle: Spring Application Form |
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Maxine and Donald McCall Endowment, established May 2017, honors the McCalls' commitment to and passion for Gifted Education and the Fine Arts. Grants from this fund support -- at any grade level -- stimulating and challenging educational experiences for students deemed to be academically gifted and/or exceptionally talented, as well as educational endeavors for all students in any area of the Arts --including theatre, dance, instrumental and vocal music, painting, sculpting, hand-crafts, creative writing, graphic arts, architectural design, and the like.
Amount: up to $1,000 Cycle: Fall
Application Form
Amount: up to $1,000 Cycle: Fall
Application Form
Linda G. Richards Endowment
This Endowment honors the life and work of Linda Richards, a beloved high school volleyball coach well-known throughout the state of North Carolina. Known for setting high expectations for her players, Linda encouraged them to play to win and to play with heart. The majority of Linda’s career was spent at Fred T. Foard High School in Catawba County. She also taught at Newton Conover High School in Newton. She retired from teaching in 2013.
During her 27 years of coaching volleyball Linda, known as LR to her players and friends, amassed over 500 wins, had a perfect 30-0 season in 2002 and led her teams to total of five state volleyball championship titles.
In April 2019 Linda lost her brave 2-year battle against ovarian cancer.
The Linda G. Richards Endowment will support female high school volleyball coaches in North Carolina public schools by awarding 1 grant of up to $500 which can be used to purchase volleyball equipment, to support their professional development as coaches, and to support the operation of summer volleyball camps.
The grant may not be used to purchase clothing or other items which are the responsibility of the school to provide. The grant may be used to fund attendance at coaches’ clinics or other professional development activities related to coaching volleyball.
Amount: up to $500 Cycle: Spring
Application Form
This Endowment honors the life and work of Linda Richards, a beloved high school volleyball coach well-known throughout the state of North Carolina. Known for setting high expectations for her players, Linda encouraged them to play to win and to play with heart. The majority of Linda’s career was spent at Fred T. Foard High School in Catawba County. She also taught at Newton Conover High School in Newton. She retired from teaching in 2013.
During her 27 years of coaching volleyball Linda, known as LR to her players and friends, amassed over 500 wins, had a perfect 30-0 season in 2002 and led her teams to total of five state volleyball championship titles.
In April 2019 Linda lost her brave 2-year battle against ovarian cancer.
The Linda G. Richards Endowment will support female high school volleyball coaches in North Carolina public schools by awarding 1 grant of up to $500 which can be used to purchase volleyball equipment, to support their professional development as coaches, and to support the operation of summer volleyball camps.
The grant may not be used to purchase clothing or other items which are the responsibility of the school to provide. The grant may be used to fund attendance at coaches’ clinics or other professional development activities related to coaching volleyball.
Amount: up to $500 Cycle: Spring
Application Form
Endowment Grants for designated areas of NC
Phyllis Frye Copeland Endowment
The Phyllis Frye Copeland Endowment was established in October 2021 by Nu Chapter in memory of Phyllis, honoring her lifelong dedication to learning and teaching. Phyllis and her two sisters, also lifelong educators, were raised in Virginia as daughters of a Methodist minister. She graduated from Emory and Henry College with a degree in Latin and English. Phyllis then joined the American Red Cross during WWII volunteering at Ashford General Hospital (now the Greenbrier Resort). After the war, she attended Auburn University and received her Master’s degree in English. Phyllis met her husband, Carson, while attending Auburn and they eventually moved back to Hickory. She joined the English Department at Lenoir Rhyne College where she taught until 1974. After Carson’s death in 1978, Phyllis moved back to Virginia and continued her teaching at Bristol College.
In 2011, Phyllis moved to Abernathy Laurels in Newton, North Carolina to be close to her family. She remained there until her death in 2016. During her time in Newton, she thoroughly enjoyed reconnecting with her fellow teachers (and some former students!) through her association with Delta Kappa Gamma. Phyllis studied continually throughout her life. She was a wealth of knowledge on many subjects and shared that knowledge unselfishly with her family and friends. Teaching, on any stage, was truly her life’s passion. Phyllis would be so proud and humbled to know that her NC DKG Educational Foundation Endowment will help Catawba County teachers further that passion.
The Phyllis Frye Copeland Endowment Grant will provide financial support for Catawba County educators, with priority given to Nu Chapter members, to purchase any non-consumable classroom materials for educational projects that stimulate innovative and engaging experiences.
Amount: up to $750 Cycle: Fall
Application Form
The Phyllis Frye Copeland Endowment was established in October 2021 by Nu Chapter in memory of Phyllis, honoring her lifelong dedication to learning and teaching. Phyllis and her two sisters, also lifelong educators, were raised in Virginia as daughters of a Methodist minister. She graduated from Emory and Henry College with a degree in Latin and English. Phyllis then joined the American Red Cross during WWII volunteering at Ashford General Hospital (now the Greenbrier Resort). After the war, she attended Auburn University and received her Master’s degree in English. Phyllis met her husband, Carson, while attending Auburn and they eventually moved back to Hickory. She joined the English Department at Lenoir Rhyne College where she taught until 1974. After Carson’s death in 1978, Phyllis moved back to Virginia and continued her teaching at Bristol College.
In 2011, Phyllis moved to Abernathy Laurels in Newton, North Carolina to be close to her family. She remained there until her death in 2016. During her time in Newton, she thoroughly enjoyed reconnecting with her fellow teachers (and some former students!) through her association with Delta Kappa Gamma. Phyllis studied continually throughout her life. She was a wealth of knowledge on many subjects and shared that knowledge unselfishly with her family and friends. Teaching, on any stage, was truly her life’s passion. Phyllis would be so proud and humbled to know that her NC DKG Educational Foundation Endowment will help Catawba County teachers further that passion.
The Phyllis Frye Copeland Endowment Grant will provide financial support for Catawba County educators, with priority given to Nu Chapter members, to purchase any non-consumable classroom materials for educational projects that stimulate innovative and engaging experiences.
Amount: up to $750 Cycle: Fall
Application Form
The Betsy and Fred Cranford Endowment was established in November 2016 in memory of two outstanding Burke County educators by members of Alpha Nu Chapter. Betsy was a beloved member of Alpha Nu Chapter for 35 years, serving as treasurer for 20 years. She was the recipient of the Eta State Golden Key Award for her quiet leadership and dedicated service to the chapter.
Fred Cranford was a revered teacher and administrator. He served as the associate superintendent of Burke County Schools. Fred was also a noted leader in the community. Fred was the author of the outdoor drama From this Day Forward. This production tells the story of the Waldensian’s settlement in Burke County.
Amount: up to $1,000 Cycle: Fall
Application Form
Fred Cranford was a revered teacher and administrator. He served as the associate superintendent of Burke County Schools. Fred was also a noted leader in the community. Fred was the author of the outdoor drama From this Day Forward. This production tells the story of the Waldensian’s settlement in Burke County.
Amount: up to $1,000 Cycle: Fall
Application Form
Perry-Sheldon Endowment
The Perry-Sheldon Endowment Grant for Professional/Personal Growth may be awarded to educators in NC public schools or universities across the state with preference given to educators and support personnel in Nash/Edgecombe Counties or Region IX of NC DKG. Possibilities include attendance at conferences and seminars, educational travel, or projects to support the work of the applicant with PK-12 or college students.
The Perry-Sheldon Endowment was created by Barbara Perry-Sheldon, Ed.D., and Kenneth Sheldon, Ed.D., to celebrate the opportunities they have had to work with pre-service educators, teachers, psychologists, and students. Both have been active leaders in several professional organizations. Dr. Perry-Sheldon was president of the NC Reading Association (NCRA) and the NC Association of Teacher Educators, and Dr. Sheldon served as treasurer of NCRA and the NC School Psychology Association. Dr. Perry-Sheldon was inducted in DKG in 1988 by Mu Chapter and is now a member of Alpha Gamma. She served seven years as the Executive Secretary of NC DKG; she has served on numerous NC DKG and International committees and boards. Both encourage all educators to pursue personal and professional growth opportunities.
Amount: up to $500 Cycle: Fall
Application Form
The Perry-Sheldon Endowment Grant for Professional/Personal Growth may be awarded to educators in NC public schools or universities across the state with preference given to educators and support personnel in Nash/Edgecombe Counties or Region IX of NC DKG. Possibilities include attendance at conferences and seminars, educational travel, or projects to support the work of the applicant with PK-12 or college students.
The Perry-Sheldon Endowment was created by Barbara Perry-Sheldon, Ed.D., and Kenneth Sheldon, Ed.D., to celebrate the opportunities they have had to work with pre-service educators, teachers, psychologists, and students. Both have been active leaders in several professional organizations. Dr. Perry-Sheldon was president of the NC Reading Association (NCRA) and the NC Association of Teacher Educators, and Dr. Sheldon served as treasurer of NCRA and the NC School Psychology Association. Dr. Perry-Sheldon was inducted in DKG in 1988 by Mu Chapter and is now a member of Alpha Gamma. She served seven years as the Executive Secretary of NC DKG; she has served on numerous NC DKG and International committees and boards. Both encourage all educators to pursue personal and professional growth opportunities.
Amount: up to $500 Cycle: Fall
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Simmons-Longest Endowment
The Simmons-Longest Endowment was established by Gamma Kappa Chapter in October 2020 to acknowledge the contributions of two outstanding NC DKG members, Dr. Gwen Simmons and Pauline Moser Longest. Dr. Gwen Simmons, former Director of UNC Pembroke Counseling Center, now in private practice, has been active in Delta Kappa Gamma since her initiation in 1979. NC DKG President 1995-1997, she also served as state newsletter editor 1997-2006, initiating statewide newsletter/website camps for training editors and webmasters. As a Professional Registered Parliamentarian, Dr. Simmons served as International Parliamentarian and has lead numerous seminars on parliamentary procedure. Recognized for her service at all levels of the Society, she is never too busy to participate in her own chapter projects and events. Pauline Moser Longest taught science at the high school and college levels for 40 years. As Eta State (NC DKG) President 1977-1979, she initiated statewide leadership training. Her travels and study tours with DKG and other trips around the world are recorded in her book Going Places. A very generous gift from Pauline Longest and her challenge to all NC members made the organization’s headquarters building in Asheboro a reality. She is remembered for her leadership, generosity, devotion to nurturing others, and her love of travel and DKG. Simmons-Longest Grants may be awarded to active and retired NC DKG educators in Region VI. This region includes Anson, Cumberland, Harnett, Hoke, Lee, Moore, Robeson, Scotland, and Stanly Counties and Fort Bragg. Grant funding will provide financial support to individuals or projects in professional growth, personal development or self-care, and/or skill development in leadership of self and/or others. Amount: up to $500 Cycle: Spring Application Form |
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Lynda Tamblyn Endowment
Greensboro, North Carolina
Lynda Tamblyn was a treasured member of The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International (DKG). She held a variety of leadership roles on local and state levels. NC DKG honored Lynda with the International Star of the Southeast Award in 2014, acknowledging her many contributions behind the scenes, never seeking public acclaim.
As a dedicated educator and coach, Lynda Tamblyn touched the lives of many. Her gentle manner and genuine interest in the wellbeing of others made her a respected colleague and loyal friend. Lynda brought her passion and talent to her professional career at Grimsley High School. She was named Conference Women’s Tennis Coach of the Year eight times! Following her retirement from Guilford County Schools, she served as office manager at the Greensboro NC Coaches Association for many years. Lynda was the first woman to be granted lifetime membership in the North Carolina Coaches Association.
Following Lynda’s unexpected death in November 2014, many contributions were made to The NC DKG Educational Foundation in her memory. The Greensboro DKG chapters collaborated to create the Lynda Tamblyn Endowment focusing attention and financial support on educational pursuits in Guilford County.
Amount: up to $1,000 Cycle: Spring
Application Form
Greensboro, North Carolina
Lynda Tamblyn was a treasured member of The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International (DKG). She held a variety of leadership roles on local and state levels. NC DKG honored Lynda with the International Star of the Southeast Award in 2014, acknowledging her many contributions behind the scenes, never seeking public acclaim.
As a dedicated educator and coach, Lynda Tamblyn touched the lives of many. Her gentle manner and genuine interest in the wellbeing of others made her a respected colleague and loyal friend. Lynda brought her passion and talent to her professional career at Grimsley High School. She was named Conference Women’s Tennis Coach of the Year eight times! Following her retirement from Guilford County Schools, she served as office manager at the Greensboro NC Coaches Association for many years. Lynda was the first woman to be granted lifetime membership in the North Carolina Coaches Association.
Following Lynda’s unexpected death in November 2014, many contributions were made to The NC DKG Educational Foundation in her memory. The Greensboro DKG chapters collaborated to create the Lynda Tamblyn Endowment focusing attention and financial support on educational pursuits in Guilford County.
Amount: up to $1,000 Cycle: Spring
Application Form