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

March 1, 2026 (for meetings prior to June 30) | August 1, 2026 (for meetings July 1–Dec 31)

$1,250 grant plus up to $1,500 travel reimbursement; 1-year duration; award recognition included.

Recognizes individuals or institutions advancing inclusion and belonging in the chemical sciences within their ACS region.

--- ## Description This award honors individuals or institutions that have made significant and sustained contributions to advancing inclusion and belonging in the chemical sciences, particularly through efforts that increase participation of underrepresented groups within their ACS region. Recipients receive a $1,250 grant to further their inclusion-related activities, recognition at an ACS regional meeting, and up to $1,500 in travel reimbursement to attend the meeting where the award is presented. --- ## Due Dates - March 1, 2026: Nomination deadline for ACS Regional Meetings held prior to June 30 - August 1, 2026: Nomination deadline for ACS Regional Meetings held July 1 through December 31 --- ## Funding Amount - $1,250 grant to support and further the recognized inclusion activities - Up to $1,500 in travel reimbursement for attending the relevant ACS regional meeting - Award recognition presented at the ACS regional meeting --- ## Eligibility - Open to individuals and organizations (including ACS Local Sections and Divisions) from academia, industry, government, or independent entities. - Nominee must belong to the ACS region where their preferred meeting is held; see the [ACS Regions Map](https://public.tableau.com/app/profile/data.science.and.engineering5403/viz/ACSRegionsMap/DistrictMap) to confirm eligibility. - Nominees must have initiated and sustained activities that increase participation of underrepresented, historically marginalized groups, persons with disabilities, or women in the chemical sciences. - International applicants are not eligible. - Both self-nominations and nominations by others are accepted. --- ## Application Process - Submit a nomination package including: - A 1–2 page essay describing the nominee’s contributions to advancing diversity and fostering inclusiveness in the chemical sciences, including initiatives, outcomes, and impact (links to supporting documentation encouraged). - For individuals: A CV or resume highlighting relevant inclusion activities. - For organizations: A one-page summary of relevant inclusion and belonging promotion activities. - Support letters are **not required**. - Apply online via the [nomination portal](https://fs7.formsite.com/acsdiversity/zppmzkywr6/index). --- ## Additional Information - The award is presented at the recipient’s ACS regional meeting. - Sponsored by the [ACS Committee on Minority Affairs](https://www.acs.org/about/governance/committees/minority-affairs.html). - For region selection, ensure the nominee is affiliated with the region of the preferred meeting. --- ## External Links - [Program page and full details](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/stanley-c-israel-regional-award.html) - [Nomination portal](https://fs7.formsite.com/acsdiversity/zppmzkywr6/index) - [ACS Regions Map](https://public.tableau.com/app/profile/data.science.and.engineering5403/viz/ACSRegionsMap/DistrictMap) - [Past recipients](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/stanley-c-israel-regional-award/past-recipients.html) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |-----------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------| | Office of Inclusion and Belonging, ACS | 1155 16th Street NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA | | Email | [Inclusion@acs.org](mailto:Inclusion@acs.org) | | Phone | +1 800-227-5558 | | General Contact Page | [ACS Contact](https://www.acs.org/contact.html) |

Stanley C. Israel Regional Award

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