The IMA MEF Grant funds research, educational initiatives, and student attendance at the IMA Student Leadership Conference to advance accounting and management accounting knowledge.
Funder: Institute of Management Accountants
Due Dates: August 1, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 for IMA-endorsed schools; up to $2,000 for non-endorsed/IMA Partner schools; not guaranteed.
Summary: Supports accounting students and educational initiatives, especially for attendance at the IMA Student Leadership Conference.
The IMA Memorial Education Fund (MEF) Grant provides financial support to colleges and universities to help students attend the IMA Student Leadership Conference and to foster educational opportunities in accounting and management accounting. The grant also supports acquisition and preservation of historical materials relevant to the profession, as well as research and educational programs benefiting IMA members. The program is governed by a Board of Trustees and applications are reviewed by a committee of accounting faculty and IMA professionals.