Local Section Inclusion and Belonging Grant
The Local Section Inclusion and Belonging Grant from the American Chemical Society funds projects that advance inclusion, diversity, and belonging within the chemical sciences community.
Funder: American Chemical Society
Due Dates: September 15, 2026 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $3,000 per project; 12-month project period
Summary: Supports ACS local section projects that advance inclusion, belonging, and diversity in the chemical sciences community.
Key Information: Only one proposal per local section; prior reports must be submitted for eligibility.
Description
The Local Section Inclusion and Belonging Grant, administered by the American Chemical Society (ACS) Committee on Local Section Activities, provides funding to ACS local sections for projects that promote inclusion, diversity, and a sense of belonging within their sections and the broader community. The grant encourages creative initiatives—such as speaker series, heritage events, mentoring, outreach to underrepresented groups, and professional development—that foster collaboration, engagement, and inclusiveness in the chemical sciences. Projects should support interaction with other ACS entities or community organizations and demonstrate a clear plan to advance belonging and participation locally.
