2023 AIA College of Fellows Component Grants Call for Proposals
The 2023 AIA College of Fellows Component Grants (formerly known as EP Grants) focus on Mentorship. Grants will be provided to AIA Components for programs that enhance the development of emerging architects and welcome others into the profession. Grants of up to $8,000 will be made directly to the proposing AIA component. We encourage new directions in mentorship, enhancement of existing programs, and outreach to currently underrepresented groups, Proposed programs can be directed to a range of participants, from K-12 students to professionals seeking Fellowship. We encourage collaborative programs between local AIA components and schools, colleges, community groups, and professional firms. We believe that Fellows are a unique resource and can have an important role in these programs. Proposals are due on January 20. Awards will be announced on February 24 Projects are to be completed by December 31 Application Format Cover Page Project title, name of the sponsoring AIA Component, project director name/title/contact information, and executive summary describing the purpose, amount of funding requested, expected audience/beneficiaries. Nomination Letter (one page) The letter should be prepared by a sponsoring AIA Component Executive or officer of the component Proposal Description (two pages) Discussion and narrative describing methodology and anticipated outcome. Include bio-summary for each. Personnel (one page) Identity and list the Project Director(s) and any other key project participants (must be AIA members). Include a short bio-summary for each. Schedule/Timeline (one page) Detail each activity with calendar dates and/or approximate dates.
Budget (one page) List income & expenses in a tabular format. Proposals with matching funds are encouraged. Itemize anticipated matching funds and/or in-kind support, including source. Submissions should be explicit and provide line items for anticipated revenue and expenses. Travel and/or meal expenditures and overhead or indirect costs will not be funded by the College of Fellows but may be part of the matching contribution Jury The Jury will be composed of members of the Executive Committee of the College of Fellows and the AIA Young Architects Forum Advisory Committee Selection Criteria Specific attention will be given by the Members of the Jury to the following considerations: Purpose: Does the proposal address the stated goals/objectives of this program? Key Participants: What is the experience and capacity of the leadership team? Audience/Impact: Who will benefit from this program? How will the program be publicized? Budget: Is the proposed budget realistic? Is there local support, e.g., quantifiable in-kind contributions, or direct funding from an AIA Component or other Sponsoring entity? Component Relationship and Leadership: Does the proposed activity have the Component support to accomplish the desired outcomes? Schedule January 20 Deadline for receipt of completed applications/proposals Submissions are to be sent to cof@aia.org. February 24 Notification of Grant Awards sent to the respective, submitting AIA Components. March 3 Deadline for written confirmation of Award Acceptance by the respective Component Recipients. 75% of total funding provided upon acceptance. December 31 Due date for receipt of the Final report describing program activity and accomplishments. Photographs or graphics to be included as appropriate. Remaining 25% of funding provided upon receipt of the report. For additional information please contact Muza Conforti muzaconforti@aia.org