FIRST will provide 15 under-served communities with STEM Equity Community Innovation Grants of $5,000 to $50,000 each, to provide greater access to quality STEM experiences for students in grades K-12.  The grants will include funding, training, and implementation support for a year beginning in July, 2017.  Non-profit organizations, school districts, and FIRST organizations are encouraged to apply, ideally in coalitions. Notifications of Intent to apply are due by January 20, and final proposals from selected candidates are due by March 15.  See webinar.