ACS PrepareCTP Seed Grant
The ACS PrepareCTP Seed Grant from the American Chemical Society funds innovative workforce training and industry partnerships at U.S. community colleges to develop skilled chemical technical professionals.
Funder: American Chemical Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $20,000 per award for a one-year project period.
Summary: Supports U.S. community colleges in developing skilled, diverse chemical technical professionals through funding for student support, faculty, equipment, and industry partnerships.
Description
The ACS PrepareCTP Seed Grant is an initiative of the American Chemical Society designed to strengthen the pipeline of skilled technical professionals in the chemical industry. The program specifically targets U.S.-based community colleges and similar two-year institutions, providing funding to build partnerships with local chemistry-related employers and enhance student preparation for technical careers. Supported activities include student stipends, internships, faculty workload release, and equipment purchases. The grant aims to foster diversity, facilitate industry-academia collaboration, and help institutions develop innovative approaches to workforce training in the chemical sciences.
