2025 – 2026 Lisle Global Seed Fund Request to Apply Update
Thank you for your interest in our grant program. Due to overwhelming demand, the application portal is now closed as we begin processing the applications we’ve received. If you currently have an application in draft form, you should have received a message with instructions with next steps.
We will provide an update by June 1 regarding whether the portal will reopen for new applications. Thank you for your patience.
Meet Our 2024 Grantees
Lisle International has awarded seven Global Seed Grants, supporting projects in Guatemala, Kenya, Uganda, El Salvador and the United States.

Our Focus
Our Global Seed Fund is at the heart of this mission. By providing grants, we support small-scale intercultural programs and projects that break down barriers of class, caste, ethnicity, religion, and gender. These initiatives span across the United States and the globe, aiming to create lasting, positive change in communities.
Join us in our commitment to fostering intercultural projects that build a more understanding and connected world. Your support can help plant the seeds of peace and unity in communities worldwide.
More About Lisle International

Become a Grantee
Ready to make a difference with your intercultural project? Lisle International’s grant application process opens April 1 through August 1. Using a two-phase approach, applicants first submit a Request to Apply form through our grant portal, Submit.
Become a Volunteer
Become a mentor for our grantees, support our Interaction Newsletter as an editor, or join our board to bring fresh perspectives to our leadership team. Find a role that matches your skills and passions and make a real difference in creating a more connected and understanding global community.
Stay Connected
The Interaction Newsletter is our gateway to staying updated with the vibrant Lisle community. Mailed every spring to our alumni and supporters, and available online, this newsletter keeps you informed about the latest news, including updates from Lisle members, introductions to our new grantees, and important upcoming dates.