[Henry David Thoreau Foundation](https://www.thoreauscholar.org)

September 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

Up to $40,000 per award; seed funding for new or expanding undergraduate environmental programs.

Supports innovative, collaborative programs at U.S. undergraduate institutions that foster environmental leadership and engaged scholarship.

Application is by invitation only.

--- ## Description The Faculty Grant Program from the Henry David Thoreau Foundation provides seed funding to faculty at U.S. undergraduate institutions for the development and launch of innovative programs that cultivate environmental leadership among undergraduates. The initiative emphasizes hands-on research, leadership development, and the creation of sustainable, collaborative programs that can be institutionalized and have lasting impact. Priority is given to projects that develop new branches of environmental programs, launch seminal initiatives needing start-up funding, and foster sustainable partnerships with community organizations, government, or businesses. --- ## Due Dates - September 2026 (anticipated/projected full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Grants of up to $40,000 are available per award. - Funding is intended as seed money for new or expanding undergraduate environmental initiatives. - Typical grant duration is one year, with the expectation that successful projects will become self-sustaining at the institution. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be faculty at U.S. undergraduate institutions (colleges or universities). - Projects must primarily benefit undergraduate students and emphasize their involvement. - The program favors proposals that: - Establish new branches or significant expansions of environmental programs. - Launch initiatives requiring start-up funding that can be sustained with future institutional support. - Build or strengthen collaborations with community organizations, governmental bodies, or businesses. - Application is by invitation only; unsolicited proposals are not accepted. --- ## Application Process - The application process is by invitation only. - Interested faculty should review the [program overview](https://www.thoreauscholar.org/faculty-grants/faculty-grant-program-overview) and may consider reaching out to the Foundation for more information about eligibility or to express interest. - Invited applicants will be provided with specific proposal guidelines and submission instructions. - Required materials typically include a project narrative, budget, and documentation of institutional support. --- ## Additional Information - The program seeks initiatives that offer hands-on research and leadership opportunities for undergraduates. - Projects should be designed for long-term sustainability and institutional integration. - Profiles of past grant recipients and funded projects are available for reference and inspiration. --- ## External Links - [Faculty Grant Program Overview](https://www.thoreauscholar.org/faculty-grants/faculty-grant-program-overview) - [Faculty Grant Profiles (Examples of Past Projects)](https://www.thoreauscholar.org/faculty-grants/faculty-grant-profiles) - [Henry David Thoreau Foundation Homepage](https://www.thoreauscholar.org) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Address | |-------------------|------------------------------|---------------|----------------------------------------------------------| | Jackie (Program Contact) | jackie@thoreauscholar.org | 617-666-6900 | 265 Medford Street, Suite 102, Somerville, MA 02143 |

Faculty Grant Program Overview

Sign in to see full grant listing