Faculty Grant Program Overview
Supports faculty-led, sustainable undergraduate environmental leadership and research projects that build institutional and community partnerships at U.S. colleges.
Funder: Henry David Thoreau Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Full application, by invitation only)
Funding Amounts: Up to $40,000 per award; typically 1 year of support
Summary: Supports innovative, sustainable undergraduate environmental leadership projects at U.S. colleges, emphasizing hands-on research and institutional or community partnerships.
Key Information: Application is by invitation only; contact the Foundation for consideration.
Description
The Faculty Grant Program from the Henry David Thoreau Foundation provides seed funding for faculty at U.S. undergraduate institutions to launch or expand visionary environmental leadership initiatives. The program aims to foster engaged scholarship and leadership development among undergraduates, with a strong emphasis on hands-on research, sustainable program growth, and building lasting partnerships with community organizations, government, or businesses. Projects should be designed to become sustainable parts of their home institutions, rather than one-time efforts, and should maximize undergraduate involvement.
