Communities of Impact Grants
The Communities of Impact Grants from Wake Forest University support collaborative research and resource development in character education across higher education institutions.
Funder: Wake Forest University - The Program for Leadership and Character
Due Dates: Rolling (applications reviewed quarterly, beginning August 14, 2026)
Funding Amounts: Up to $75,000 total (up to $50,000 for project activities, plus up to $25,000 for travel); 1-year duration; option to apply for renewal
Summary: Supports multi-institutional teams in U.S. higher education to collaboratively advance character education through community-building, resource development, and research.
Key Information: Applications must be led by long-term faculty/staff at accredited U.S. colleges/universities or higher-ed serving nonprofits.
Description
The Communities of Impact Grants, offered through the Educating Character Initiative at Wake Forest University’s Program for Leadership and Character, fund collaborative, multi-institutional teams committed to advancing character education in higher education. These grants support the formation of intentional communities (“Communities of Impact” or CoIs) that address timely concerns or challenges in character education, foster leadership, and generate practical resources for faculty, staff, and administrators. Projects are expected to catalyze impact, support collaborative learning, and contribute to the broader landscape of character education through research, resource sharing, and community engagement.
