[American Chemical Society](https://www.acs.org)

May 31, 2026

Up to $500 per award; limited number of grants available; one-time funding

Supports ACS Local Sections in hosting events or activities that engage senior chemists and benefit their local communities.

Only ACS Local Sections are eligible to apply; funds are first-come, first-served.

--- ## Description The Senior Chemists Mini Grant, offered by the American Chemical Society's Senior Chemists Committee, provides funding to ACS Local Sections to support events or activities that increase engagement among senior members and foster innovative initiatives benefiting the local community, schools, or legislative government. Eligible activities include recognition events for long-standing members, mentoring programs for undergraduates, collaborations with younger chemists, tours of historical landmarks, and community-focused science events. The grant aims to encourage connections, mentorship, and outreach that leverage the experience of senior chemists. --- ## Due Dates - May 31, 2026: Application submission deadline --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum of $500 per grant - Limited number of grants awarded each cycle - Funds are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis --- ## Eligibility - Only ACS Local Sections are eligible to apply. - Individuals or other organizations are not eligible. - Activities must focus on engaging senior chemists and providing community benefit. - Recipients must submit a summary report within 30 days after the event or activity. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted online via the [ACS Senior Chemists Mini Grant application form](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/8d53334531194ff7b24756b2140b993b). - Required information includes: - Applicant’s name and contact details - Local Section affiliation and chair status - Description (≤250 words) of how the event will engage senior members and benefit the community - Description (≤250 words) of intended use of funds - Funding request amount (up to $500) - Applicants must agree to submit a summary report within 30 days of the event. - Failure to submit the report will disqualify the section from future mini-grant opportunities. --- ## Additional Information - Grant funds may be used for speaker travel, advertising, promotion, or to offset other event costs. - Both in-person and virtual events are eligible. - Funding is limited and determined by the SCC Awards Subcommittee review. - Example activities include: recognition luncheons/dinners, undergraduate mentoring, collaborations with younger chemists, historical tours, and community STEM events. --- ## External Links - [Senior Chemists Mini Grant Program Page](https://www.acs.org/funding/grants/senior-chemists-mini-grant.html) - [ACS Senior Chemists Committee](https://www.acs.org/membership-and-networks/senior-chemists.html) - [Application Form](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/8d53334531194ff7b24756b2140b993b) - [ACS Funding Opportunities](https://www.acs.org/funding.html) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Web Contact | |--------------------------|----------------------------------------|-------------------|-------------------------------------| | Senior Chemists Committee| seniorchemists@acs.org | +1 800-227-5558 | [Contact ACS](https://www.acs.org/contact.html) | ---

Senior Chemists Mini Grant for Local Sections

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