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

January 2026 (Full application) | December 2026 (Project completion/report)

Up to $5,000 per award; one-year project period.

Supports ACS units in internationally collaborative and innovative activities or events that address global challenges.

Funding cannot be used for personal research or travel; projects must benefit groups, not individuals.

--- ## Description The Global Innovation Grant, sponsored by the ACS International Activities Committee, provides funding to ACS units for internationally collaborative and innovative activities or events. The goal is to catalyze new international collaborations and partnerships that develop solutions for global challenges, especially those aligning with IAC strategic interests. Special consideration is given to projects co-sponsored by Divisions, Local Sections, and Committees with International Chapters. All funded activities must benefit groups rather than individuals and be completed within the award year. --- ## Due Dates - **Full Application Deadline (Anticipated):** January 2026 - **Project Completion & Final Report Due (Anticipated):** December 2026 *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award: **Up to $5,000** per project - Funding is provided for a single year; all activities must be completed within the calendar year of the award. --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - ACS International Chapters - ACS international members working as a group (if no chapter exists in their country) - ACS International Student Chapters - ACS Local Sections - ACS Technical Divisions **Note:** - Proposals must benefit groups, not individuals. - Funding cannot be used for personal research or travel. --- ## Application Process - Visit the [grant application portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=acs). - Create an account if you do not have one. - Select the "2026 Global Innovation Grant (GIG)" application when available. - Complete and submit the online application by the anticipated deadline. --- ## Additional Information - Projects that are co-sponsored by ACS Divisions, Local Sections, or Committees with International Chapters will receive special consideration. - All activities must be completed by the end of the award year. - Final project reports are due after project completion. --- ## External Links - [Program Information & Guidelines](https://www.acs.org/funding/grants/global-innovation-grant.html) - [Application Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/acs/Common/LogOn.aspx) - [ACS Funding & Awards Overview](https://www.acs.org/funding.html) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Webpage | |------------------------|-------------------------------|-------------------|-------------------------------------------| | ACS International Activities | intlacts@acs.org | +1 800-227-5558 | [Contact ACS](https://www.acs.org/contact.html) | ---

Global Innovation Grant

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