Our Mission
The Grants Office supports AWC’s goals by assisting faculty and staff in seeking and securing grants for programs and projects that align with institution, division, and department objectives, in accordance with the strategic plan.
Grant Alert
Arizona Western College coordinates its decision making on grants through the President's Office. To obtain approval to seek a grant, please submit a request below.
Support includes:
- Assisting with developing concepts
- Identifying funding opportunities
- Facilitating internal and external stakeholders’ meetings
- Developing grant proposals and budgets
- Reviewing required documentation
- Submitting grant applications
- Notifying the board of awarded grants
Grant Process
The Director of Grants manages and facilitates the grant process at AWC.
- AWC’s president and cabinet devise an annual grant plan to support institution-wide initiatives with external funding. Our general grants emphases include: allied health and nursing, education and student success, science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), technology infrastructure. Due to the recent economic climate, building renovation is at the forefront of current fundraising objectives, in support of the 2020 capital improvement plan.
- Grant writing is a collaborative effort that begins with a discussion with, and the approval of, the supervisor. Next, a grant alert is filed, which the Director of Grants will review to ensure that it includes research, follows all instructions, contains required documentation, and is complete. The Grant Director will then forward, with a Grants Office recommendation, to AWC’s President for final approval to proceed.
- If the President denies a grant alert, the prospective grant writer will be informed of the reason, and, if possible, be given assistance in addressing concerns.
- If the grant alert is approved, the grant’s authors will be notified that they may proceed. At that time, a timeline to coordinate efforts with the Grants Office must be provided to the Grant Director. The timeline will include a schedule of review of the final draft by: Personnel, Technology, Budget Office, Grants Office. The grant’s author will follow any instructions given to make any revisions as needed. Finally, the grant proposal is returned to the Director of Grants for final review, authorized signature, and submission.
- Upon notice of an award, the Director of Grants must be notified. The Director will be able to assist in contacting departments across the campus that must be notified and can help ensure the new initiative is successfully implemented.
Applying for a competitive grant is a dynamic process. The project’s proposal must address the needs of all relevant stakeholders, including students, the college, and the local community. Along with being practical and measurable, a successful proposal addresses the funders’ priorities and criteria.
Additionally, it provides solid evidence of the ability of faculty and staff to implement and manage the grant effectively. A winning grant program proposal includes how the goals of sustainability and institutionalization will be met at the end of the grant.
Grant Opportunities
MAVERIK CHARITABLE GIVING
MAVERIK Charitable Giving
Purpose of Program: The Maverik Charitable Giving program is committed to making a difference in communities where Maverik does business in Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming.
The program's areas of interest include:
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education, including higher education, mentorship and preparation, and at-risk populations;
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local hunger, including local food banks, childhood hunger programs, and regional food bank networks; and,
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outdoor enrichment, including outdoor educational experiences, outdoor experiences for at-risk or minority groups, and conservation programs.
Note: Maverik also offers corporate sponsorships for non-501(c)(3) entities.
Application Deadline: Applications are reviewed quarterly.
Award: To Be Determined
Use this link to access information on how to apply:
Community - Maverik - Adventure's First Stop
Harol C. and Deborah L. Elliot Foundation
Purpose of Program: The Harold C. and Deborah L. Elliott Family Foundation's mission is to enhance the quality of human life, primarily in Phoenix and Yuma, AZ, and Folsom, CA.
Funding has traditionally gone to community healthcare projects, scholarships for higher education, housing the homeless, shelter services for women and children, environmental preservation and conservation, and services for disadvantaged seniors.
Note: Non-Profit 501(c)(3) entities.
Application Deadline: Mid-September
Award: $10,000.00 - $50,000.00
Use this link to access information on how to apply:
Elliott Foundation | California & Arizona Home Builder | Elliott Homes
Garcia Family Foundation
Purpose of Program: The Garcia Family Foundation primarily provides support to nonprofit organizations in Arizona and the Dallas, TX, metro area.
The Foundation's areas of interest include:
- post-secondary education;
- homelessness, from prevention to housing;
- child welfare, primarily systems work; and,
- data and technology in human services.
Types of support include scholarships, general operating, and project support.
Note: Non-Profit 501(c)(3) entities.
Application Deadline: October 1, no later than March 1 annually
Award: TBD (Range $5,000.00 - $100,000.00+)
Application information can be directed to:
1720 West Rio Salado Parkway, Suite A
Tempe, AZ 85281
Hearst Foundation - Higher Education and Effective Programming
Purpose of Program: The Hearst Foundations fund educational institutions demonstrating uncommon success in preparing students to thrive in a global society. The Foundations’ focus is largely on higher education, but they also fund innovative models of early childhood and K-12 education, as well as professional development.
Types of Support:
- Program, scholarship, capital and, on a limited basis, general and endowment support
Preference will be given to:
- Higher education programs and scholarships and, on a limited basis, scholarships for post-graduate education
- College access and college success programming
- Professional development for educators
- Science education programs that focus on developing career pathways in science, technology, engineering, environment, and math
- Programs educating the next generation of health professionals, such as nursing and mental health
Eligible Applicants: Non-Profit 501(c)(3)
Application Deadline: Must apply online through the Hearst Foundation Online Portal
Award: Minimum - $100,000
Link: Funding Priorities in Education - HearstFDN | Hearst Foundations