[Teagle Foundation](https://www.teaglefoundation.org)

March 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

Planning grants up to $25,000 (6–12 months); Implementation grants up to $250,000 (24–36 months)

Supports innovative efforts to revitalize and integrate the humanities within undergraduate general education.

--- ## Description The Cornerstone: Learning for Living initiative, offered by the Teagle Foundation, aims to reinvigorate the role of the humanities in general education. The program supports institutions in developing and implementing curricular innovations that embed the humanities more deeply into the undergraduate experience. The initiative encourages faculty engagement, institutional collaboration, and the creation of core texts or first-year seminar programs to foster critical thinking, ethical reflection, and a deeper understanding of the human experience among students. --- ## Due Dates - March 2026 (anticipated/projected full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - **Planning Grants:** Up to $25,000 for 6–12 months to support the design and development of curricular initiatives. - **Implementation Grants:** Up to $250,000 for 24–36 months to launch and sustain curricular reforms. --- ## Eligibility - Accredited colleges and universities in the United States are eligible to apply. - Proposals are welcomed from both public and private institutions, including community colleges and research universities. - Collaborative proposals involving multiple institutions are encouraged. --- ## Application Process - The process typically involves submitting a letter of inquiry or concept paper, followed by an invitation to submit a full proposal if selected. - Required documentation may include a project narrative, budget, timeline, and evidence of institutional support. - Applicants are encouraged to review the [Request for Proposals (RFP)](https://www.teaglefoundation.org/Call-for-Proposals/RFPs/Cornerstone-Learning-for-Living) for detailed guidance. --- ## Additional Information - The initiative prioritizes projects that demonstrate strong faculty leadership, institutional commitment, and potential for sustainable curricular change. - Resources such as toolkits, webinars, and case studies from past grantees are available to assist applicants in developing competitive proposals. --- ## External Links - [Program Overview & RFP](https://www.teaglefoundation.org/Call-for-Proposals/Initiatives/Cornerstone) - [Current Teagle Initiatives](https://www.teaglefoundation.org/Call-for-Proposals/Current-Initiatives) - [Cornerstone Toolkit](https://www.teaglefoundation.org/Resources/Insights-from-Grantees/Cornerstone-Learning-for-Living/Toolkit?ext=.) - [Teagle Foundation Home](https://www.teaglefoundation.org) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |-------------|-------------------------------------------| | Phone | (212) 373-1970 | | Address | 570 Lexington Avenue, 38th Floor, New York, NY 10022, United States | ---

Cornerstone: Learning for Living - Teagle Foundation

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