Student Chapter Outreach Grant
Supports ASBMB Student Chapters in creating impactful, creative science outreach projects that engage and educate local communities beyond campus.
Funder: American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB) (https://www.asbmb.org)
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $500 per chapter for outreach activities; awarded annually; one application per chapter per calendar year.
Summary: Supports ASBMB Student Chapters in developing creative, accessible science outreach programs that engage local communities beyond campus.
Description
This grant provides funding to active ASBMB Student Chapters to increase their involvement in science outreach activities. The program encourages proposals for in-person, hybrid, or virtual outreach initiatives that are creative, accessible, and have a broad community impact. Projects should extend beyond campus, address a scientific need, and demonstrate feasibility, sustainability, and impact assessment. Funded activities may include hands-on science events in local schools, science festivals, demonstrations, podcasts, or other innovative outreach formats. Awardees are expected to report on their activities and share outcomes with the broader ASBMB community.
