The Vice President/University Diversity Officer and the Campus Climate Implementation Committee are offering two seed grant application cycles (Fall 2026 and Winter 2027) for projects that address the thematic areas from the 2025 Campus Climate Survey result analysis:聽Belonging, Workplace Climate, Student Climate, and Experiences with Misconduct.聽
In Fall 2026 we request proposals focused on Belonging and/or Workplace Climate. Toolkits focused on these thematic areas are available to aid unit leaders鈥� next steps. A sub-committee of the Campus Climate Implementation Committee will review Seed Grant applications and assist with awarding grants.
Fall 2026 Campus Climate Seed Grant Application Process: Belonging and Workplace Climate
Application Closes:聽Monday, November 23, 2026, 12:00 pm PT
Review Process: November 23 – December 14, 2026
Seed Grant Awards Announced: Week of December 14, 2026
Note that Seed Grant applications submitted without a unit lead signature or budget will not be considered. The maximum Seed award for any given project will be $5,000.