Grants to Students, Faculty and MinorityOwned Small Businesses in Nebraska (USA)
GrantID: 2426
Grant Funding Amount Low: $1,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $20,000
Summary
A new grant opportunity is available to support innovative academic and community-driven efforts across a Midwestern university campus. Designed to foster research, educational advancement, and community engagement, this program offers flexible funding to faculty, graduate students, and campus-led initiatives that benefit both the university and the surrounding region. Eligible applicants include university faculty, graduate students, and teams partnering with local nonprofits, small businesses, or public agencies. The funds are not available to individuals outside the university unless collaborating with eligible campus representatives. Applicants should be prepared to demonstrate collaboration, clear learning or impact goals, and a commitment to regional benefit.
This opportunity encompasses several focus areas. Some grants support graduate student research and creative activity under faculty mentorship, with awards up to $5,000 per project. Others assist faculty in developing affordable or open educational materials—ranging from $1,250 to $11,000 depending on whether a single course or multiple courses are involved—intended to reduce student costs and improve access. A third category supports campus-community partnerships for innovation in areas such as workforce development, technology transfer, and civic engagement, awarding between $5,000 and $20,000 based on scope. Additionally, there are small business grants connected to this program designed to stimulate economic growth and innovation in the surrounding communities. These grants provide essential support to small businesses that collaborate with the university or local organizations to enhance workforce skills, promote technology adoption, or improve operational efficiencies. The funding amount and eligibility criteria vary depending on the specific business needs and project goals.
Applications typically follow an annual cycle aligned with the academic year. Research and educational materials grants may accept rolling submissions or open in spring, while partnership grants usually review proposals in the fall with announcements in the early new year. Review criteria prioritize projects that demonstrate feasible implementation, collaborative design, measurable outcomes, and alignment with university values of inclusivity and local impact. Successful grant recipients not only gain financial support but also access to university resources, recognition within the campus community, and a foundation for sustaining long-term partnerships. Whether it’s advancing graduate scholarship, lowering educational costs, building meaningful community collaborations, or supporting local small businesses, this funding opportunity is tailored for those ready to drive positive change on campus and beyond.
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Eligible applicants in Nebraska with a demonstrated commitment to Students are encouraged to consider this funding opportunity. To identify additional grants aligned with your needs, visit The Grant Portal and utilize the Search Grant tool for tailored results.
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