Green Action Funding Process

Who Can Apply?

The Green Action Fund grants money to undergraduate/graduate students, faculty, and staff members on the UCCS campus. Keep in mind that projects should be campus-focused and should include students or student assistants.

When Can I Apply?

The Green Action Fund has rolling deadlines, which means that you can apply any time throughout the academic year! Keep in mind that funding and contracts may take some time to process, so applying a month or two ahead of your project's start date is always a good idea.

Questions? 

Reach out to the Grant Coordinator at st-sus01@uccs.edu if you need help at any part of the proposal process!

Below is a overview of the process from start to finish of a project proposal:

• Project Idea and Sponsor
  It all starts with an idea of how to make UCCS more sustainable! Research your idea and find a staff, faculty, or department to act as a project sponsor. If you need any help developing your idea or finding a sponsor, reach out to the Green Action Fund Grant Coordinator at st-sus01@uccs.edu.
   
• Fill out an Application
  When you're ready, fill out the application on the GAF website! The coordinator will then reach out to you to get any additional clarification or to set up a time for you to present to the committee.
   
• Present to Committee/Q&A
  You will give a 10 minute presentation to the Green Action Fund General Committee followed by a short Q&A session. 
   

• Committee Vote
  The committee will then discuss and vote on your project. If your proposal does not receive a majority 'yes' vote, you may be asked to re-work your proposal. If your project is approved, you will receive an award letter and contract to review and sign. 

   

• Kickoff Meeting
  This meeting will take place with you, your project sponsor, and the GAF Grant Coordinator. The intent of this meeting is to solidify your timeline, assignment of duties, award, and other details.

   

• Start Your Project!
  You can begin work on your project! Upon completion, you are required to submit a final report to the Grant Coordinator within thirty (30) days of completion. This will be provided to you by the Grant Coordinator.
   

Our grant application requires you to have a few things prepared for your proposal.

1. Have a sponsoring faculty, staff, or department.
2. Have a timeline of your project including major milestones and estimated completion date.
3. Have a budget and budget narrative for your project.
4. Understand the three pillars of sustainability and how your project relates to them.
5. Have clear goals/deliverables for your project. What is the impact?
6. Review the University's Sustainability Strategic Plan