Prejudice to Pluralism
Supports senior university administrators in leading data-driven, pluralism-focused projects to reduce antisemitism, Islamophobia, and bigotry through interfaith cooperation on U.S. campuses.
Funder: Interfaith America
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (application deadline, projected) | June 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $25,000 per campus for project implementation during the academic year; funding covers travel for required convenings.
Summary: Supports campus-based projects led by senior university administrators to address antisemitism, Islamophobia, and bigotry by fostering pluralism and interfaith cooperation.
Key Information: Only teams of three senior administrators from accredited U.S. universities are eligible; institutional leadership support required.
Description
This grant opportunity, offered by Interfaith America, is designed for accredited U.S. universities seeking to address antisemitism, Islamophobia, and other forms of bigotry on campus. The initiative supports senior university administrators in developing and implementing data-driven, pluralism-focused projects that foster respect for diverse identities and cooperation across differences. Participating campuses join a year-long cohort, attend specialized convenings, and receive resources and training to cultivate a campus climate rooted in pluralism and interfaith engagement. The program emphasizes strategic institutional change, student engagement, and the development of sustainable frameworks for reducing prejudice and polarization in higher education settings.
