The Wesleyan Career Center and the Patricelli Center for Social Entrepreneurship are pleased to announce several grant programs available to students.
Patricelli Center for Social Entrepreneurship (PCSE) Internship Grants ($4k apiece)
For Wesleyan sophomores and juniors currently receiving need-based financial aid who plan to do socially innovative or socially responsible work during summer break. Apply via the Wesleyan Summer Experience Grant process.
Wesleyan Summer Experience Grant ($4k apiece)
Assists sophomore and junior financial aid students in financing summer experiences related to their career interests. Grants are given for all types of summer experiences that are career focused, ranging from the corporate world to non-profit; in the U.S. and abroad. Read more here.
Patricelli Center for Social Entrepreneurship (PCSE) Seed Grant ($5k apiece)
To fund the launch or early-stage growth of a Wesleyan-connected project, program, or venture that is designed to have social impact. We encourage applications not only for the creation of new for-profit or non-profit organizations, but also to pilot programs that will exist independently or under the umbrella of an already-existing organization. Winners receive $5,000 in funding and mentorship from Wesleyan staff and alumni. Read more and learn about past projects on the Patricelli Center website
Kathryn Wasserman Davis Projects for Peace ($10k apiece)
Upon the occasion of her 100th birthday, international philanthropist Kathryn W. Davis committed $1 million to support and encourage motivated youth to create and test their own ideas for building peace. Wesleyan has the honor of awarding at least one Davis Projects for Peace grant each year. Winners receive $10,000 in funding and mentorship from Wesleyan staff and alumni. Read more and learn about past projects on the Patricelli Center website.
Learn more about these exciting opportunities!
Attend one of the upcoming information sessions:
Monday, November 17
Noon-1pm
Usdan 110
Wednesday, December 3
Noon-1pm
Usdan 108