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

March 2026 (Full application, by invitation only)

Up to $40,000 per award; typical duration 1–2 years.

Supports innovative, sustainable undergraduate environmental leadership initiatives at U.S. colleges and universities.

Application is by invitation only; program focuses on projects engaging undergraduate students.

--- ## Description The Faculty Grant Program of the Henry David Thoreau Foundation provides seed funding for visionary environmental leadership initiatives at U.S. undergraduate institutions. The program aims to foster engaged scholarship, hands-on research, and leadership development for undergraduate students. Grants are intended to support projects that can grow into sustainable programs with long-term institutional support, develop new branches of environmental programming, or strengthen partnerships with community organizations, government, and businesses. The Foundation has a track record of supporting impactful projects that expand environmental leadership opportunities for undergraduates and build robust environmental networks across higher education. --- ## Due Dates - March 2026: Full application deadline (anticipated/projected; by invitation only) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Grants of up to $40,000 per award. - Typical grant duration is 1–2 years. - Funding is intended as seed money for initiatives with strong potential for sustainability and institutional support. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be faculty at U.S. undergraduate institutions (colleges or universities). - Projects must focus on undergraduate student engagement and leadership in environmental fields. - Proposals are accepted by invitation only; there is no open call for applications. - The Foundation prioritizes programs that: - Engage large numbers of undergraduates. - Launch new or seminal environmental initiatives. - Develop sustainable institutional programs. - Foster partnerships with community organizations, government, or business. --- ## Application Process - The application process is by invitation only; interested faculty should consult the Foundation's website for details or contact the Foundation to express interest. - Invited applicants will be required to submit a full proposal by the anticipated deadline. - Proposals should demonstrate clear plans for undergraduate engagement, program sustainability, and potential for long-term impact. - Required materials and specific submission instructions are provided to invited applicants. --- ## Additional Information - The Foundation has funded a wide range of projects, including hands-on research experiences, leadership training, and community-engaged environmental programs. - Profiles of past grant recipients and funded projects are available on the Foundation's [Faculty Grant Profiles](https://www.thoreauscholar.org/faculty-grants/faculty-grant-profiles) page. --- ## External Links - [Faculty Grant Program Overview](https://www.thoreauscholar.org/faculty-grants/faculty-grant-program-overview) - [Profiles of Past Grant Recipients](https://www.thoreauscholar.org/faculty-grants/faculty-grant-profiles) - [Henry David Thoreau Foundation Home](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 |

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