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In memory of
Kenneth and Mildred Gammons
, Founders of the
Gammons Charitable Foundation
, "the
Today's Astronauts
program helps school children find their way to becoming tomorrow's doctors, lawyers, teachers and of course astronauts."
The
Gammons Foundation
and the
Helping Kids Reach for the Stars
Program have joined together to bring rocketry to schools and kids in need.
Grant Selection
Thanks to the generosity of the
Gammons Charitable Foundation
money is available to fund schools or youth groups with Launch Kits ($25 - $30 value) for the
Reach for the Stars Rocket Competition
. The grant will cover supplies and registration for entering 12 kids into the national event (approx. $165).
*First consideration will be given to kids with a demonstrated economic need.
(i.e. Title 1 school, high percentage of free or reduced lunch)
Click on "Funding Info" and "Competition Info" for the Funding Request Letter, Competition Rules, PowerPoint presentation and other information that will be helpful in convincing your Principal, Parent / Teacher Organization and possible sponsors of the importance of getting your kids into the national
Reach for the Stars Rocket Competition
.
As retired teachers we know how busy you are. The attached application is brief and easy.
Click here to download
Gammons Grant Application
.
Wishing you light winds on launch day.
Jack & Kathy Colpas & The Gammons Foundation
Helping Kids Reach for the Stars
RocketCompetition@gmail.com
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