Morrison Neely Foundation Food and Agriculture Sustainability Research Grant is sponsored by Morrison Neely Foundation (administered by Arizona State University School of Sustainability). Funding for food and agricultural system sustainability research and projects. These opportunities are funded by both businesses and individuals with an interest in the environmental, social and economic well-being of our future.

Grants - School of Sustainability Grants for undergraduate or graduate sustainability students Students pursuing a sustainability degree through Arizona State University’s School of Sustainability are eligible to apply for grant funding. Grant awards are intended to be used to help fund expenses associated with a capstone-type or culminating experience-type project.

These opportunities are funded by both businesses and individuals with an interest in the environmental, social and economic well-being of our future. Tips for a successful application Make sure you are eligible (read the criteria). Take time to provide meaningful responses to all of the questions being asked.

Draft responses to application questions and have someone else proofread them before you submit your application, checking the following components: Have you thoroughly completed all portions of the application? Did you do your research on and have you justified how you came up with numbers provided in your budget? Have you structured your proposal and budget narrative using clear, concise, and organized writing?

Have you checked spelling and grammar? Since a recommendation is required, please give your recommender a heads up and give them plenty of time to prepare a recommendation. Give them information about the grant you’re applying for, including the deadline (if applicable).

Don’t forget to let them know if you are awarded a grant and share your appreciation for their time. The School of Sustainability uses a general application for grant funding. To apply for the following grants, please use the general application below.

Martinson Sustainability Solutions Grant: Funding for proposed research and projects designed to support and advance sustainability ($100 – $500). Morrison Neely Foundation Food and Agriculture Sustainability Research Grant: Funding for food and agricultural system sustainability.

($1,000 – $4,000) Sun Valley Solar Solutions Sustainable Energy Research Grant: Funding for the development of solar photovoltaic technology and the application of solar energy in new areas. (up to $1,000) Plus, there may be other sources of funds the School can match with a student looking to fund their research or project.

Amount: $100 – $4,000 (depending on the source of funding) Deadline: February 15, 2022 Award term: Summer 2022, Fall 2022 or Spring 2023 Academic level: Undergraduate (junior or senior) or Graduate Eligibility: Must be a School of Sustainability degree-seeking student enrolled in the upcoming summer and/or full-time for the next academic year.

Students must be carrying out a sustainability capstone-type project, honors thesis work, or research connected with a scientific paper, master’s thesis, or doctoral dissertation. Students must also have a faculty mentor overseeing their research or project. Application: Applying is a multi-step process which includes an application with questions, a proposal narrative, budget, and mentor commitment form and recommendation.

Please follow the process outlined in the application.