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"Social Innovation and Impact Seed Grant" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
Social Innovation and Impact Seed Grant is sponsored by University of Illinois System, Office of the Vice President for Economic Development and Innovation (OVPEDI) via Illinois Innovation Network (IIN). These seed grants support social innovation projects that translate research into activities that directly affect lives, address complex social problems, build trusted partnerships in the community, and are scalable or replicable.
AI is noted as an important enabler for sustainability. Projects are encouraged to include community organizations.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Lead PI must be from an IIN Hub; at least two IIN Hubs involved with a Co-PI from a second hub; at least one Co-PI or collaborator from an Illinois community-based organization. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $100,000 for two-year projects; up to $50,000 for one-year projects. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was May 21, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Social Innovation and Impact Seed Grant is funded by University of Illinois System, Office of the Vice President for Economic Development and Innovation (OVPEDI) via Illinois Innovation Network (IIN). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Illinois. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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