Mark your calendar, as the anticipated full application deadline has been moved up from September to June 2026. When preparing to request an invitation, keep in mind that the foundation now explicitly prioritizes one-year projects designed for long-term institutional sustainability over short-term activities.
Funder: Henry David Thoreau Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $40,000 per award; seed funding for 1-year projects with potential for institutional sustainability.
Summary: Supports innovative, sustainable undergraduate environmental leadership initiatives at U.S. colleges and universities through seed funding.
Key Information: Application is by invitation only.