“What do you need” funds
Williams College offers small, flexible grants to faculty for purchasing specific teaching-related items or supplies not covered by departmental budgets to enhance course instruction.
Funder: Williams College
Due Dates: Rolling
Funding Amounts: Typically $100–200 per item/supply; one-time, flexible support
Summary: Flexible, small grants for Williams College faculty to purchase teaching-related items or supplies not covered by departmental budgets.
Key Information: Requests must be for specific items outside of what departments/units provide.
Description
The “What do you need” funds are a flexible, small-grant program administered by the Rice Center for Teaching at Williams College. These funds are designed to support faculty and departments by covering the cost of small items or supplies that would significantly enhance course instruction but are not otherwise provided by the applicant’s department or unit. The goal is to address targeted teaching-related needs quickly and efficiently, enabling faculty to improve classroom effectiveness through timely purchases.
