[The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations](https://www.avdf.org)

No open submission—by invitation only (Environmental Solutions)

Recent award: $300,000 (typically 1–2 years; larger requests considered)

Supports training for health care leaders to communicate effectively about the health impacts of climate change.

Environmental Solutions grants are not accepting unsolicited proposals; only invited organizations may apply.

--- ## Description The Climate Advocacy Lab, supported by The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations (AVDF), is an initiative focused on empowering health care professionals to communicate the health impacts of climate change. The program provides two 6-month training cohorts for 50 health care leaders, ongoing support, and widespread dissemination of communication strategies. The aim is to equip leaders—such as doctors, nurses, physician assistants, medical students, and public health specialists—with evidence-based communication skills, fostering greater public and professional awareness of the intersection of climate and health. --- ## Due Dates - The Environmental Solutions program is not accepting open submissions at this time; proposals are by invitation only. - No public deadlines are available for unsolicited proposals. --- ## Funding Amount - Recent featured grant: $300,000 for the Climate Advocacy Lab. - Typical AVDF grants are $25,000–$300,000 and usually span 1–2 years; larger requests may be considered. - Indirect costs are capped at 5% of direct costs. --- ## Eligibility - Only U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations are eligible. - Grants are not awarded to individuals. - For Environmental Solutions, only designated partner organizations may apply; unsolicited proposals are not accepted. - Organizations may submit multiple letters of inquiry (LOI) for distinct projects (where open submission is allowed). - Organizations with active AVDF grants can still apply for new projects (if eligible). --- ## Application Process - For Environmental Solutions: Applications are by invitation only; unsolicited LOIs or proposals are not accepted. - For eligible program areas (currently only Private Higher Education), the process is: - Submit a Letter of Inquiry (LOI) via the [AVDF Grantee Portal](https://avdf.fluxx.io/user_sessions/new). - Competitive LOIs are invited to submit a full proposal. - Full proposals are reviewed by AVDF staff and may undergo external review. - Final funding decisions are made by the AVDF Board of Trustees. - All application materials must be submitted online; email or mailed submissions are not accepted. --- ## Additional Information - AVDF does not fund capital projects, endowments, or scholarships. - Indirect costs must not exceed 5% of direct costs. - Projects should focus on communication, organizational transformation, or training related to climate change mitigation, not on primary research or policy. - If AVDF opens Environmental Solutions to new applicants in the future, updates will be posted on their website. --- ## External Links - [Environmental Solutions Program Overview](https://www.avdf.org/programs-overview/environmental-solutions) - [Climate Advocacy Lab Grant Details](https://www.avdf.org/grants/advocacy-lab-climate-training-series-for-healthcare-professionals/) - [AVDF Grant Seekers FAQ](https://www.avdf.org/grant-seekers/frequently-asked-questions/) - [Apply for a Grant (general info)](https://www.avdf.org/grant-seekers/apply-for-grant/) - [AVDF Grantee Portal](https://avdf.fluxx.io/user_sessions/new) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [Contact Form](https://www.avdf.org/contact/) | | Email | [office@avdf.org](mailto:office@avdf.org) | | Phone | (904) 359-0670 | | Address | 225 Water Street, Suite 1510, Jacksonville, FL 32202-5185 |

Climate Advocacy Lab

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