SDG Initiative Student Group Activity Grant Program

The Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) Initiative Student Group Activity Grant promotes and supports SDG-related activities conducted by student groups from the Crookston, Duluth, Morris, Rochester, and Twin Cities campuses. Read more about the SDGs.

Grants of up to $500 are available to help fund SDG themed activities and events across the system campuses. Grant proposals should provide details of the proposed SDG related activity, strongly demonstrate how it is related to one or more of the SDGs, and provide a detailed plan on  how information about the SDGs will be promoted and shared with event attendees. Recipients will receive an SDG template presentation and are encouraged to consult the Resources section below. Funded activities must comply with all relevant University of Minnesota policies.

Submit an SDG Initiative Student Group Activity Grant Application 

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Eligibility

Current University of Minnesota undergraduate, graduate, and professional students from any of the system campuses. Students should be active members in a Registered Student Organization or Campus Life Program, but informal or independent groups may also apply.

Eligible Expenses

  • Supplies that are specific to  hosting a SDG themed event or activity (i.e. equipment/room rental, food, honoraria, promotional expenses, etc.)
  • Registration and travel costs associated with conference or competition attendance
  • The following are considered “operational” and are not eligible for funding:
    • Supplies that are intended for group use beyond the event (e.g. computers, audio equipment, uniforms/apparel, etc.) 
    •  Prizes or giveaways (e.g. gift cards, awards, thank you gifts) 
    •  General meeting expenses
    •  Recruitment and fundraising events

Deadlines

Proposals are reviewed on an on-going basis but annual funding is limited so you are encouraged to submit your request as soon as possible. 

To ensure funds are distributed prior to the event/activity, proposals should be submitted at least 6 weeks before the event. Proposals received later than 6 weeks prior to the event might not receive funds in advance, and organizers should plan accordingly. 

SDG Resources

SDG Graphics and Branding Guidelines:

Videos:

Contact

Please contact Khang Le at [email protected] if you have any questions.