Supports international exchanges and vocational projects that foster global knowledge and development for Upper Miami Valley and international students.
Funder: Troy Foundation
Due Dates: February 16, 2026 | May 15, 2026 | August 17, 2026 | November 16, 2026
Funding Amounts: Award size varies; grants typically support project budgets of several thousand dollars for up to 12 months.
Summary: Supports projects fostering vocational and socio-economic knowledge exchange between Upper Miami Valley students and international peers.
Key Information: Applications must be submitted by 4:00 PM on the 15th of the month preceding the review meeting.
The Hartstein/Favorite International Vocational Fund, administered by the Troy Foundation, promotes the global transfer of vocational and socio-economic knowledge. The fund supports projects that foster multinational development and benefit students from the Upper Miami Valley (Ohio) and other countries. Eligible projects include international student exchanges, vocational or technical education internships, apprenticeships, study trips, and youth competitions. The fund emphasizes global realization of life goals, international understanding, cultural and socio-economic diversity, and advancement of vocational achievement.