The Foundation invites proposals for the competitive process on an annual basis. The purpose of the grant program is to provide seed-funding for new and innovative programs or initiatives that enhance the quality of the undergraduate and graduate experience at NC State University.

Ideas Brought to Life

Go for ground-breaking concepts that will enhance the community — as well as the quality of an NC State education. Grant funding is limited to those programs or initiatives sponsored by university administrative offices and/or the seven NC State Foundation affiliated entities. College-based foundations (CALS, COS, Vet Med, Engineering, Textiles, and Natural Resources) are not eligible to receive grant funding from the NC State Foundation.

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Make it Happen

The non-recurring award is your chance to put your ideas into action. Grant requests may not exceed $25,000, and are available for the current fiscal year only.

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Apply Now

Your application must include the following:

• A cover letter signed by your dean, director or department head
• A narrative (no more than two pages) that includes:
  • Summary of program or project
  • Goals and objectives
  • Project activities
  • Desired outcomes including metrics and deliverables
  • Budget and requested amount
  • Detailed plan to secure long-term funding for the program or initiative
• A video (2min maximum) shot on a mobile device. Tips for Video Submission:
  • Hold your phone horizontally
  • Film somewhere quiet with a simple background
  • Look into the camera.
  • Submit the video via this form

Submit a Proposal

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Important Dates
Request for proposals distributed on March 2023
Grant proposal submission deadline: May 5, 2023
Review of proposals: May – June 2023
Award Notification: July 2023

Completed applications should be sent to:
North Carolina State University Foundation, Inc
Awards and Grants Committee
Campus Box 7004
or via email to eolszow@ncsu.edu  and drbryan@ncsu.edu
Questions? Call 919-515-0506