Global Seed Grants

Do you have a project idea that will bring people of diverse backgrounds together for shared learning? Lisle International provides Global Seed Grants to support innovative projects which advance intercultural understanding through shared experiences, with the goal of creating a more just social order. Projects may seek to bridge a variety of community divides, including ethnic, cultural, religious, racial or gender perspectives, anywhere in the world.

Lisle International was an early pioneer in intercultural education programming, beginning with US projects in 1936 and expanding internationally in 1952.  Since 2004, Lisle has focused on providing small “seed grants” to support programs fostering intercultural understanding. 

Grants of $500 to $5,000 are available to innovative projects that match the mission of Lisle. Lisle awards between three and eight grants each year to projects in the Americas, Europe, Asia and Africa.  

What projects are eligible?
 

What will you need to apply?

  • A project which aligns with Lisle’s mission
  • A description of the project (200 words)
  • Specific goals and objectives
  • A time-line for the project
  • A clear budget
  • A clear process for evaluating the project

2024 Grant Review Timeline

  • April 1 – August 1: The Request to Apply portal opens prospective applicants may begin submitting their applications online.
  • September 1: Deadline for submitting a Completed Application Form.
  • November 30: Global Seed Grants are selected at the annual Lisle Meeting in the fall and announced by November 30
  • January 1 – December 31, 2025: Projects are expected to be conducted within this timeframe.