Eligibility

The Lisle Global Seed Grants support projects that further the Lisle mission and promote intercultural communication and shared learning. It is essential applicants make clear how a proposed project promotes intercultural engagement and communication as a core goal achieved through intentional program components. Lisle only funds projects that promote intercultural understanding and bring people of diverse backgrounds together to share and learn from one another.

Lisle prefers to fund organizations rather than individuals.  An individual may apply, but they should  identify an organization with which they will affiliate to accomplish the project.

In keeping with the spirit of “seed grant,” Lisle supports new projects that have not been implemented before and have the potential to grow, rather than ongoing and/or well-funded programs. Lisle additionally prefers to be a significant donor on well-defined intercultural projects proposed by small and young organizations.

Projects may take place anywhere in the world.  US nonprofit (501c3) status is not necessary.  Local organizational certification is welcome, but not required.

Lisle only funds projects that promote intercultural understanding and bring people of diverse backgrounds together to share and learn from one another. 

Successful projects most often:

  • Are innovative and collaborative
  • Have intercultural interaction as central to the project
  • Work toward resolving conflicts
  • Promote community building

What does Lisle NOT fund?

  • infrastructure (e.g. building or furnishing schools)
  • hardware (e.g., computers)
  • travel costs for U.S. participants in international programs
  • salaries for U.S. volunteers in international projects
  • religious education or proselytizing

Once you have reviewed this website, if you think you would qualify for a grant, please submit a Request to Apply form and be sure to note any specific questions you have.