Natural Forces
Sponsored by ESC a 501C-3 Not for Profit Education foundation since 1973 (EIN 23-7319045).
An all volunteer staff of Retired Teachers and School Leaders
Who is ESC?
Educational Services Consortium (ESC) is a 501 C 3 Not for profit education foundation (EIN 23-7318045) operating continuously since 1973. It is managed by an all-volunteer staff of retired teachers, school leaders and professors. ESC is a quality-of-life focused organization. It has worked with both public and private organizations stressing individual and group performance.
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Books
Dr. Green retired as a tenured Professor from Valdosta State University, specializing in leadership theory and mentoring doctoral students in school improvement research. With over fifty-two years in public education, he brings extensive expertise to his field.
Natural Forces: How to Significantly Improve Student Achievement in the Third Millennium
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All book sales support ESC’s School Grants and School Improvement efforts.
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The Physics of Social Systems: A Personal Primer Evolves
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All book sales support ESC’s School Grants and School Improvement efforts.
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Low Entropy Schools
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All book sales support ESC’s School Grants and School Improvement efforts.
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Natural Forces and Leadership Tools
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All book sales support ESC’s School Grants and School Improvement efforts.
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The Emerging Science of Social Systems
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All book sales support ESC’s School Grants and School Improvement efforts.
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On Tour: The Western’s World of Great Paintings is Now on Display
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All book sales support ESC’s School Grants and School Improvement efforts.
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STEAM Paintings
29 STEAM On Tour Paintings
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All book sales support ESC’s School Grants and School Improvement efforts.
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Grants
Educational Services Consortium (ESC) is a not for profit 501 C 3 educational foundation (EIN 23-7318045) and has operated continuously since 1973. ESC is managed by an all-volunteer staff of retired teachers, school leaders, and professors.
ESC offers all programs at cost or below cost (grants) based on tax deductible donations and gifts.
Grants: 29 Set of On Tour Painting and Supporting Materials (see On Tour Flyer below)
ESC offers 2 types of Grants:
- Matching 60/40 Grants
$6,950.00 – Cost of On Tour Program
– $4,170.00 – Minus 60% Grant
$2,780.00 – School pays 40% of Original Cost
- Donor Sponsored Donation Grants (100% free to recipients)
Donation Grants are offered based on timely donations. If a school or organization submits a Matching Grant Application there is a chance (small but possible), they will be upgraded to a Donation Grant (100% free) based on an assessment of their application and available funds.
ESC can never be sure of the amount or frequency of donations, thus the caution. Matching Grants are available. See application submission dates.
Questions (Q.) and Answers (A.)
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A . The following 2 programs are available for grants:
- 29 Painting Framed Set of the STEAM On Tour with Program Materials
- 5 Painting Framed Set of the Black Artist Supplement
A. Yes, ESC’s all volunteer staff is made up of retired teachers, school leaders and professors. ESC lives by the KISS Principle (Keep It Short & Simple). The two-page application (including directions is short and simple.
A. ESC is a 501 C 3 not for profit education foundation (EIN 23-7318045) operating since 1973. Donors make gifts which are tax deductible. ESC in turn can offer grants and high-quality STEAM On Tour art programs at very reasonable costs (at or below cost).
A. Yes, when a school purchases one of the STEAM On Art Infusion Programs the school is encouraged, on a voluntary basis, to share the contact information of the school’s business partner or school patron. ESC in turn makes a contact asking the potential donor if they would like to make a tax deductible gift to ESC. If a gift is made the cost to the school is reduced by the amount of the gift, a win-win. If the gift is very, very generous and exceeds the cost of the program the extra funds become part of the monies available for both types of grants noted above. The idea? Pass it on.
A. Yes, in addition to what the school may do every framed set comes with a very nice plaque noting the gift.
A. Both grants are available in the Fall and Spring Semesters. The application time lines are as follows:
Fall Semester: Opens first Monday of September.
Closes last Friday of November.
Spring Semester: Opens first Monday of February
Closes last Friday of April
A Yes, that is correct. A select committee meets every two weeks. If the application is approved by the committee the grant is rewarded immediately. Thus, it is wise to apply asap.
In addition to the need expressed and the perceived worthiness of the application in some ways the grants operate on a first come, first served basis.
A. Response as follows:
- 29 Painting Framed Set of the STEAM On Tour Art Infusion Program at cost: $6,950.00. The cost includes shipping and handling within the continental USA.
- 5 Painting Framed Set of the Black Artist Supplement at cost: $1,250.00. The cost includes shipping and handling within the continental USA.
A. Yes, with this caveat. It is possible but unlikely a school or parent will be approved for more than one grant. It depends on the level of donations and rationale for the request. The select committee will decide.
A. Yes, go to the naturalforces.org web site and see STEAM/STEM On Tour.
A. It varies. The number is dependent on donations received from business partners, school patrons and others. ESC intends to offer minimally 20 Matching Grants and 2 Donor Grants each Semester. It is hoped this number will increase each Semester. Again, donation driven.
A. Yes, send an mail via stem2steamart@gmail.com and a list of Pilot schools will be shared.
A. See the two page application below. Fill out the application, place it in a file and send to: stem2steamart@gmail.com in subject line: Grant Application.
Download: Grant Application
A. Open the file below. Fill in your information, respond to the questions and submit your completed application in an email noted above.
Download: Grant Application
Donations
Who is ESC?
Educational Services Consortium (ESC) is a 501 C 3 Not for profit education foundation (EIN 23-7318045) operating continuously since 1973.
ESC is managed by an all-volunteer staff of retired teachers, school leaders and professors.
ESC is a quality-of-life focused organization. It has worked with both public schools and private organizations stressing individual and group performance.
Why is this important?
- ESC meets all rigorous standards for tax deductions!
- ESC has an extremely low overhead!
Where do your donation monies go?
There are many examples. Examples:
- Support grants to schools for STEAM On Tour Paintings and Program Materials.
- Distribution of books directly related to ESC’s mission.
- Supports the delivery of school improvement surveys allowing schools to improve using real time data.
Can a donor identify a specific school or schools supporting their access to specific ESC products?
Yes. Examples:
- A donor may wish to provide the monies for a specific school or schools to receive a “Donor Grant” for the STEAM On Tour 29 set of paintings and supporting materials.
- A donor may wish to encourage ESC to distribute a copy of Natural Forces: How to Significantly Increase Student Achievement in the Third Millennium to all faculty in a specific school or schools.
How to Donate (donations are very much appreciated)
Submit your donation to:
Educational Services Consortium (EIN 23-7318045)
4980 Hollystone Lane
Tallahassee, FL 32312
Attention: Kathy Snyder, Volunteer Coordinator
Phone: 850-363-3814
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