[American Chemical Society](https://www.acs.org)

February 1, 2025 (Spring cycle) | July 15, 2025 (Fall cycle)

Up to $5,000 per project; typically supports one-time or ideation projects.

Supports innovative projects that advance chemical sciences education, public awareness, professionalism, and safety in the chemical industry.

Does not fund research, equipment purchases, or travel-only activities.

--- ## Description The Corporation Associates Seed Grant, offered by the American Chemical Society (ACS) Committee on Corporation Associates (CA), provides up to $5,000 to support ideation or one-time projects that further CA's mission. The program aims to foster innovation in chemical sciences education, public education about the chemical industry, and initiatives that enhance professionalism and safety in chemistry. The grant is particularly suited for projects that benefit the broader chemical industry and community through educational outreach or safety-related events. --- ## Due Dates - February 1, 2025 (Spring cycle; winners notified in spring) - July 15, 2025 (Fall cycle; winners notified in fall) Submissions are reviewed after each deadline, following the ACS Spring and Fall Meetings. --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award: $5,000 per project per calendar year. - Supports ideation or one-time projects; not intended for ongoing program support. --- ## Eligibility - Open to individuals and groups from industry, chemistry professionals, and volunteers. - Projects must focus on at least one of the following: - Chemical sciences education - Public education regarding the chemical industry - Professionalism or safety enhancements in chemistry - Safety events **Not eligible:** - Research projects - Purchase of equipment, chemistry kits, etc. - Travel exclusively - Activities or programs considered illegal in their respective regions --- ## Application Process 1. **Prepare Proposal:** Applicants must address: - Problem or opportunity being addressed - Previous efforts by ACS or others - Relevance to ACS and the chemical industry - Alignment with CA's mission - Project plan and responsible parties - Beneficiaries and expected results - Full budget and amount requested - Other funding sources and detailed expenses 2. **Submit Application:** Complete the online [application form](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=acs). 3. **Reporting:** Awardees must submit a [grant report](https://www.acs.org/content/dam/acsorg/funding/grants/IMP/2023-ca-grant-event-report-form.docx) after project completion. --- ## Additional Information - Applications are reviewed and approved by the ACS Committee on Corporation Associates. - Related ACS grant opportunities include: - [ACS Student Communities Inclusion Grant](https://www.acs.org/funding/grants/acs-student-communities-inclusion-grant.html) - [ChemClub Community Activities Grant](https://www.acs.org/funding/grants/chemclub-community-activities-grant.html) - [Early Career Postdoctoral-Faculty Bridge Grant](https://www.acs.org/funding/grants/early-career-post-doctoral-faculty-bridge-grant.html) - [Corporation Associates Local Section & International Chapter Grant](https://www.acs.org/funding/grants/corporation-associates-local-section-international-chapter-grant.html) - [Past recipients](https://www.acs.org/funding/grants/corporation-associates-seed-grant/past-recipients.html) are listed online for reference. --- ## External Links - [Program Page](https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding/grants/corporation-associates-seed-grant.html) - [Application Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=acs) - [Grant Report Form (DOCX)](https://www.acs.org/content/dam/acsorg/funding/grants/IMP/2023-ca-grant-event-report-form.docx) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |----------------------|-----------------------------------|-----------------| | ACS Corporation Associates | [industry@acs.org](mailto:industry@acs.org) | +1 800-227-5558 | For additional questions, visit the [ACS contact page](https://www.acs.org/contact.html).

Corporation Associates Seed Grant

Sign in to see full grant listing