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

May 31, 2026

Up to $500 per grant; limited number of awards; one-time funding per application.

Supports ACS Local Sections in sponsoring innovative events or activities to engage senior chemists and benefit local communities.

Applications are reviewed first-come, first-served; only ACS Local Sections are eligible.

--- ## Description This grant provides funding for ACS Local Sections to organize events or activities that increase engagement among senior chemists and foster innovative initiatives with a positive impact on local communities, schools, or legislative bodies. Supported activities include recognition luncheons, mentoring programs, collaborative events with younger chemists, tours, and science-related projects for students. The goal is to encourage active participation and knowledge-sharing by senior chemists, strengthening the broader chemistry community. --- ## Due Dates - May 31, 2026: Full application submission deadline (applications must be submitted by May 31, 2026) --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award: Up to $500 per grant - A limited number of grants are available each cycle - Funds are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, pending review by the Senior Chemists Committee Awards Subcommittee --- ## Eligibility - Only ACS Local Sections are eligible to apply; individual members or other organizations are not eligible. - Activities must be designed to increase senior member engagement and benefit the local community, schools, or legislative government. - Applicants must agree to submit a summary report within 30 days of the event; failure to do so may disqualify the section from future mini-grants. --- ## Application Process - Submit the application form online by the deadline: [Apply here](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/8d53334531194ff7b24756b2140b993b) - Required information includes: - Contact details and Local Section affiliation - Description of the proposed event/activity and its intended impact (250 words or less) - Budget and intended use of funds (250 words or less) - Agreement to submit a post-event summary report - Grant funds may be used for speaker travel, advertising, promotion, or other event costs. --- ## Additional Information - Applications are reviewed and awarded on a rolling, first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted. - Typical supported activities: recognition events for senior members, mentoring for undergraduates, collaborative events, historical tours, and community STEM projects. - Summary reports are mandatory within 30 days post-event. --- ## External Links - [Program page and full details](https://www.acs.org/funding/grants/senior-chemists-mini-grant.html) - [ACS Senior Chemists Committee](https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/membership-and-networks/senior-chemists.html) - [ACS Funding Opportunities](https://www.acs.org/funding.html) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Web Contact | |-----------------------|----------------------------------|-------------------|---------------------------| | Senior Chemists Grants| 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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