Higher Education Grants - George I. Alden Trust
Capital grants for independent colleges to improve undergraduate academic facilities and resources, supporting teaching, learning, and institutional missions.
Funder: George I. Alden Trust
Due Dates: February 15, 2026 | May 15, 2026 | August 15, 2026 | November 15, 2026
Funding Amounts: Typical grants range from $50,000–$200,000; first-time applicants may be limited to $100,000; primarily for capital projects.
Summary: Capital grants to independent colleges and universities for projects enhancing undergraduate academic environments and institutional mission.
Key Information: Hard copy proposals only; electronic submissions are not accepted.
Description
The George I. Alden Trust provides capital grants to independent colleges and universities in New England, New York, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey. The program focuses on projects that enhance undergraduate academic offerings and institutional mission, such as the construction or renovation of classrooms, laboratories, libraries, auditoriums, and the acquisition of related equipment and furnishings. The Trust aims to support initiatives that significantly impact teaching and learning environments, with the goal of preparing students for lifelong learning and post-college careers. Both outright and occasional challenge grants are awarded, with a preference for projects that demonstrate educational excellence, forward-looking programming, and effective administration.
