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Grants for Innovation in Diversity, Equity, Belonging, and Inclusion (DEBI) is sponsored by Illinois State University, College of Applied Science and Technology (CAST). This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.
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Grants for Innovation in Diversity, Equity, Belonging, and Inclusion (DEBI) | College of Applied Science and Technology | Illinois State Grants for Innovation in Diversity, Equity, Belonging, and Inclusion (DEBI) Varies (maximum request of $5,000) CAST faculty and staff can apply. Grant funds are intended to be used within one fiscal year. Proposals can range in size depending on the scope, with a maximum request of $5,000.
Funds must be transferred to a campus account; meaning that applicants must be a part of a CAST Department/School. Existing events or activities that are funded through another mechanism will not be prioritized. For example, CAST Grants for Innovation in DEBI cannot be used to fund faculty/staff salary, professional travel, publication costs, or conference fees.
Establishment of a learning community to promote DEBI through a facilitated reading group, series of workshops, or training. Creation of resources that expand access, support diverse populations, and advance inclusion and belonging. Innovations in teaching and research that aim to promote DEBI.
Proposals must contain the following: The names of the author(s), Department/School and contact information. A two-page (maximum), double-spaced proposal containing the following information: Project description, objectives, timeline for implementation, dissemination and assessment, significance to diversity and inclusion, and a detailed budget. Notifications will be emailed on December.
Projects can begin once grant recipients have been notified. Project award monies must be spent by June 30. Recipients must submit a Final Report via email to cerabe@IllinoisState.
edu after the conclusion of the project but no later than July 31. The final report should include a narrative description of who participated, a brief assessment of outcomes (intended and unintended), and future plans for engaging diversity and inclusion efforts and a financial record to include all expenditures and receipts.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: CAST faculty and staff at Illinois State University only; funds must transfer to a CAST department or school account and projects must be completed within one fiscal year. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $5,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Grants for Innovation in Diversity, Equity, Belonging, and Inclusion (DEBI) is funded by Illinois State University, College of Applied Science and Technology (CAST). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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