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

August 1, 2026 | March 1, 2027 (annual, based on ACS regional meeting date)

$1,250 grant plus up to $1,500 travel reimbursement (one-time award per recipient)

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

--- ## Description This award recognizes individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to advancing inclusion and belonging in the chemical sciences, specifically by stimulating or fostering activities that promote inclusiveness within their ACS region. The award provides a $1,250 grant to support and further the awarded activities, along with up to $1,500 to reimburse travel expenses for attendance at the ACS regional meeting where the award is presented. Self-nominations are permitted, and both individuals and teams/institutions are eligible. --- ## Due Dates - August 1, 2026: For nominations for all ACS Regional Meetings held July 1 through December 31 - March 1, 2027: For nominations for all ACS Regional Meetings held prior to June 30 These deadlines recur annually and align with the timing of the ACS regional meeting for which the nomination is intended. --- ## Funding Amount - $1,250 grant to support and further the awarded inclusion activities - Up to $1,500 reimbursement for travel expenses (including transportation, accommodations, meeting registration, meals, and two tickets to the award ceremony) to attend the relevant 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 being held. [Check your region here.](https://public.tableau.com/app/profile/data.science.and.engineering5403/viz/ACSRegionsMap/ACSRegionsMap) - Must have created and fostered ongoing programs or activities that increase participation of persons from diverse, underrepresented, or historically marginalized groups, persons with disabilities, or women in the chemical enterprise. - International applicants are not eligible; only those based in the relevant ACS region in the U.S. may apply. - Both self-nominations and nominations by others are accepted. --- ## Application Process - Complete the [nomination form](https://fs7.formsite.com/acsdiversity/zppmzkywr6/index). - Required materials: - A 1–2 page essay describing the nominee’s contributions to advancing diversity and fostering inclusiveness, including initiatives, measurable outcomes, and impact (with optional links to documentation). - For individuals: a CV or resume highlighting relevant activities. - For organizations: a one-page list of relevant activities. - Support letters are NOT required. - Submit all materials by the applicable deadline for the intended ACS regional meeting. --- ## Additional Information - The award is presented at an ACS regional meeting; travel reimbursement is contingent on attendance. - The program is sponsored by the [ACS Committee on Minority Affairs](https://www.acs.org/about/governance/committees/minority-affairs.html). - [Past recipients](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/stanley-c-israel-regional-award/past-recipients.html) can provide examples of successful nominations. --- ## External Links - [Program page and full details](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/stanley-c-israel-regional-award.html) - [Nomination form](https://fs7.formsite.com/acsdiversity/zppmzkywr6/index) - [ACS Regions Map](https://public.tableau.com/app/profile/data.science.and.engineering5403/viz/ACSRegionsMap/ACSRegionsMap) - [ACS Committee on Minority Affairs](https://www.acs.org/about/governance/committees/minority-affairs.html) - [ACS Funding Opportunities](https://www.acs.org/funding.html) --- ## Contact Information | Department/Office | Email | Phone | Address | |----------------------------------------|--------------------------------------|-------------------|-------------------------------------------------------| | Office of Inclusion and Belonging, ACS | [Inclusion@acs.org](mailto:Inclusion@acs.org) | +1 800-227-5558 | 1155 16th Street NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA | | General ACS Contact | [Contact Form](https://www.acs.org/contact.html) | | |

Stanley C. Israel Regional Award

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