Mission

The Green Initiative Funding Tomorrow (GIFT) Grant, provided by StudCo’s Sustainability Agency, is a fund that enables and empowers students to take an active role in advancing UVA’s commitment to a sustainable future. This source of funding supports projects that engage the community, address an environmental concern, and have a lasting impact.   

Requirements

  • Applicant must be a current student at the University of Virginia. 

  • No more than $800 will be approved. Requests may be approved partially or in full.

Evaluation criteria

  • Must address access  

  • Submitted by a UVA student on behalf of an individual project, office, or department 

  • Prioritizing individual projects without other funding opportunities 

  • Project is clearly outlined, with appropriate steps included and timelines 

  • Proof of any necessary approval for the project is shown 

  • Project demonstrates environmental benefits (emissions reduction, water conservation, storm water management, biodiversity conservation, waste minimization, etc.) 

  • Project includes opportunities for community engagement and/or will positively impact the community 

  • Considers outreach/education opportunities and has considered them in implementation 

  • All projects must have a mechanism for evaluation throughout the course of the project