Grantsmanship Training Grant

PROGRAM CLOSED

• Applications must be received a minimum of sixty (60) days prior to the date of the training activity. All applications must be received by June 1, 2011. 

The Grantsmanship Training Grant (GTG) program provides financial support for grant writing training activities for faculty and staff of North Carolina colleges and universities and other non-profits who are involved in research or programs related to the life sciences. Funds can be requested to support a variety of grantsmanship training activities, including workshops and other training events.

The following individuals and groups would be eligible for training support under the GTG program:

• academic faculty members who seek funding related to life science research or life science-related economic development
• research administration staff affiliated with departments or institutions that regularly submit proposals in life science research or life science-related economic development
• staff of non-profit organizations involved in activities related to biotechnology or the life sciences

A maximum of $5,000 may be requested based on the type of training activity proposed. Applicants are required to contribute a cash match equaling the requested amount (dollar-for-dollar).  

Interested applicants are strongly advised to contact the Program Manager, Deborah De, in advance of submitting an application to discuss eligibility and the potental funding request.

• GTG Guidelines and Application Instructions (pdf)
• GTG Budget Form (Excel Sheet)
• GTG Cover Sheet (Word document)

When you have your proposal material ready, submit your application online.