Vision 2030 Implementation Grant is a grant from Illinois International that funds programs and activities at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign addressing the goals of the Vision 2030 Global Strategy. Funded by the Office of the Provost, this grant offers multiple awards of up to $15,000 each, with approximately $80,000 remaining from a $150,000 total pool.

Proposals must address one or more priorities under the strategy — including global citizenship education, engagement in the Global South, and inclusive excellence. Eligible applicants are UIUC faculty and staff; cross-unit collaborations are strongly encouraged. Awardees must secure 30% matching funds and may not use grant funds for salaries, individual equipment, or student scholarships.

Implementation Grant | Vision 2030 Global Strategy | Illinois Vision 2030 Global Strategy Priority 1: Education for Global Citizenship Priority 2: Engagement for Impact in the Global South Priority 3: Leadership for Innovative Partnership and Development Priority 4: Education for Inclusive Excellence Priority 5: Global Excellence for the State of Illinois Staff Global Exchange Program Transdisciplinary Global South Community-Based Learning Program Development Grant Frequently Asked Questions Implementation Grant Projects Staff Global Exchange Participants Transdisciplinary Global South Community-Based Learning Programs The Implementation Grant provides funding to support activities and/or programs across campus that seek to specifically address one or more actions under the priorities outlined in the Vision 2030 Global Strategy .

Proposals that arise from collaborations across one or more academic or administrative units are highly encouraged. This grant is funded by the Office of the Provost and administratively supported by Illinois International. All units and departments at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

Multiple awards of up to $15,000 each are possible. The total funding for this initiative is $150,000 with approximately $80,000 in funds remaining. 30% of awarded amount in matching funds from an additional source (university academic or administrative unit, external source, etc.) to support the implementation of the proposed program or activity.

All university policies apply, including export control regulations. Ineligible expenses include salaries/stipends, individual use equipment, or student scholarships. Detailed Proposal.

Summarize the following: Lead unit representative contact information. Activity or program title. Description of how the activity or program directly contributes to the achievement of the selected action(s) outlined under the Vision 2030 Global Strategy priorities (up to 300 words).

Be as specific as possible. Expected outcomes and metrics (up to 300 words). Program sustainability plans (i.e., beyond the life of the grant).

Requested funding amount. Itemized Budget with Narrative. Which includes: List of the total requested funding amount.

List of each expense that you are requesting funding for and a brief explanation for why it is necessary. Please remember that any salaries/stipends, individual use equipment, or student scholarships are ineligible under the terms of the Implementation Grant.

Shows the 30% of awarded amount in matching funds from an additional source (university academic or administrative unit, external source, etc.) to support the implementation of the proposed program or activity. Letter of Program Approval/Support. Sent from direct supervisor stating the benefit to the unit/department and/or university.

Outcomes Report. A two-page report summarizing the activities completed and outcomes achieved is due within 30 days of completion of the activity/program. Public Presentation.

If requested, a willingness to present information about the funded activity to university-wide audience during an Illinois International sponsored event. Share Experience. While the exact format may vary, the recipient is expected to share their perspective and experience to help inform future grantees and promote the university’s Vision 2030 Global Strategy .

The applications is currently closed. If you have already submitted a proposal, every effort will be made to send notifications within eight weeks of the application submission date. For additional information or questions, please e-mail international@illinois.

edu . Vision 2030 Global Strategy International Studies Building 910 S. Fifth St.

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