Equity Grant

administered by ASUN Student Government
 

Providing grant funds for student-led projects directed toward improving and advancing the overall campus climate.  

Up to $20,000 is awarded annually.


Questions?   Send a message to asun1@unl.edu

Deadline To Apply

March 1 of each academic year.

Criteria + Application

  1. Must be a Recognized Student Organization (RSO) that is in compliance with the Student Leadership, Involvement, and Community Engagement office.

  2. Must have a clearly defined, measurable outcome.

  3. Must incorporate publicity, education, or outreach.

  4. Must be willing to display the logo of ASUN Student Government on all marketing and communication materials, if the project is awarded funding.

  5. The event must take place on the UNL campus.

Applications are evaluated on:

  • event outcome
  • impact to campus
  • benefit to students
  • event plan
  • budget / use of funds

Timeline / Process

Application is open annually from August 1 to March 1.

Submissions are reviewed on a rolling basis. 

Funding is first come first served.

All expenses must be reported within 30 days of the event day and prior to June 1

Selection

The ASUN Grant Selections Committee is comprised of seven students elected by the student body who provide the overall direction for grants offered by ASUN Student Government.

Before starting an application, gather and prepare these items:

  • short abstract 
  • approval from the RSO Advisor
  • a detailed budget
  • an event operations plan
  • a marketing and promotions plan

Recently Funded Projects

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Martin Luther King, Jr. Banquet

African People’s Union

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Muslim Students Association

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Honoring of the Graduates Powwow

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