Local Section Member Engagement and EnhancemenT (LS-MEET) Grant

Due: May 30, 2024

$2,000

Description

The Local Section Member Engagement and EnhancemenT (LS-MEET) grant program, offered by the American Chemical Society (ACS), aims to strengthen and build community connections within ACS Local Sections. This grant provides funding of up to $2,000 for programs and activities that aim to enhance recruitment efforts, attract new members, and strengthen communities within the Local Sections. The funds can be used for diverse purposes including organizing specific events, ongoing programming, and purchasing necessary technology or mat...

Award Ceiling$2,000Award Floor$1

Eligible Applicants- Organization

Additional Eligibility Information

Local Sections of the American Chemical Society are invited to apply.

Funding TypegrantCategories of Funding Activity- Events & Activities- Community Recognition

Grantor Contact InformationEmail: lsac@acs.orgGrantor Emaillsac@acs.orgOther Grantor InformaitonThe American Chemical Society is a scientific society chartered by the U.S. Congress to advance the broader chemistry enterprise. It publishes numerous peer-reviewed journals and convenes national meetings that foster collaboration and innovation among chemists. Through its extensive grant and fellowship programs, the organization supports research across all chemistry disciplines. It also provides educational resources, scholarships, and career support for students and professionals. By engaging with policymakers, it advocates for science-based legislation and funding that benefits the research community and the public. Its overarching goal is to use chemistry to address global challenges in health, environment, and technology.

Additional informationApplications should focus on increasing membership and engagement within local sections, incorporating a clear project plan and budget. Specific budget requirements include a cap on food and venue costs and guidelines for the use of alcohol and memberships in events. Additional URLs:

https://pubs.acs.org/

https://cen.acs.org/

https://www.cas.org/

https://institute.acs.org/

https://teachchemistry.org/

Supporting Linkhttps://www.acs.org/funding/grants/local-section-mett-grant.html