Funding & Awards

Science Café Mini-Grant

Grant at a Glance

TypeGrant

Recipient Chemistry Professional, Volunteer

Category Events & Activities, Community Recognition

Amount$500

DeadlineOctober 15, 2024

Contactlsac@acs.org

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Purpose

To provide a relaxed, open venue for nonscientists and scientists to discuss current topics.

Description

The ACS Committee on Local Section Activities provides $500 mini-grants to local sections that wish to host 2024 Science Cafés in their communities. Interested local sections should submit a mini-grant application by October 15, 2024.

By hosting a Science Café, you can help promote scientific literacy within your local community and invigorate your local section about questions of the day with a scientific underpinning.

Learn more about Science Cafés and find ideas and resources for your event.

If you were awarded this mini-grant for your last Science Café, you must send a summary report before applying again.

Summary Report Form

Contact Information

lsac@acs.org

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