[Associated Colleges of the South](https://www.acsouth.edu)

To be announced (anticipated annual deadlines; see program page for updates)

Varies by project; awards typically support collaborative efforts among ACS member campuses.

Supports collaborative proposals among ACS member institutions, providing templates, staff feedback, and resources for project development and reporting.

--- ## Description The Associated Colleges of the South (ACS) grant program is designed to foster collaboration across its member campuses. The program encourages proposals that involve multiple institutions within the ACS consortium, with a strong emphasis on coordination and shared goals. Resources such as pre-proposal and final proposal templates, budget forms, and report forms are provided to streamline the application process. ACS staff offer feedback on pre-proposal drafts, and ongoing outreach is available to help campuses explore and develop grant opportunities in greater detail. Only projects that have been vetted through the pre-proposal stage are eligible to advance to the final proposal stage. --- ## Due Dates - All deadlines are anticipated and typically recur on an annual cycle. - Exact dates are to be announced; applicants should consult the [ACS grant program page](https://www.acsouth.edu/grant-deadlines-forms/) for current information. - All reports and requests are due by 5 pm Eastern Time on the designated deadline. *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Funding amounts vary based on project scope and collaboration level. - Awards are intended to support collaborative initiatives among ACS member campuses. - Typical funding covers project expenses as outlined in the proposal and budget forms. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be affiliated with one of the ACS member institutions. - Proposals must be collaborative, involving more than one ACS campus. - Only projects that have successfully completed the pre-proposal vetting process may submit a final proposal. ### ACS Member Institutions - Centenary College of Louisiana - Centre College - Davidson College - Furman University - Hendrix College - Millsaps College - Morehouse College - Rhodes College - Rollins College - Sewanee: The University of the South - Southwestern University - Spelman College - Trinity University - University of Richmond - Washington and Lee University --- ## Application Process - Coordinate with collaborators at other ACS campuses to align internal deadlines and prepare a joint proposal. - Submit a pre-proposal using the [Pre-proposal Template](https://www.acsouth.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Pre-proposal-template.docx). - ACS staff are available to provide feedback on drafts up to two weeks before the deadline. - Only projects vetted at the pre-proposal stage may proceed to the final proposal. - Final proposals must use the [Final Proposal Template](https://www.acsouth.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Final-Proposal-Template.docx) and include a [Proposed Budget Form](https://acsouth.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Grant-Budget-Report-TEMPLATE.xlsx). - Interim and final reporting is required for funded projects, using provided templates. --- ## Additional Information - Coordination of internal deadlines across campuses is critical for collaborative proposals. - ACS staff offer campus visits and outreach to help groups explore funding possibilities. - All submissions and reports must be sent by the stated deadlines (5 pm ET). --- ## External Links - [ACS Grant Program Information](https://www.acsouth.edu/grant-deadlines-forms/) - [Pre-proposal Template](https://www.acsouth.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Pre-proposal-template.docx) - [Final Proposal Template](https://www.acsouth.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Final-Proposal-Template.docx) - [Proposed Budget Form](https://acsouth.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Grant-Budget-Report-TEMPLATE.xlsx) - [Interim Report Template](https://www.acsouth.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Interim-Report-Template.docx) - [Final Report Template](https://www.acsouth.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Final-Report-Template-Cycle-14.docx) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |-----------------------|---------------------------------------|------------------| | ACS Grants Team | [grants@acsouth.edu](mailto:grants@acsouth.edu) | +1 (404) 636-9533 | For additional outreach or campus visits, consult with your dean/provost and grants officer, or email ACS to arrange further support.

Grant Program - Associated Colleges of the South

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