Requests for the 2026-2027 Women for DeSales funding year are now being accepted!
Women for DeSales is a philanthropic giving circle of special interest to women which seeks to fund innovative programming that enhances the student experience at DeSales University which typically exceeds or does not fall under department or student organization budgets. Last year, this group of donors collectively distributed more than $55,000 to departments, clubs, and student groups.
Applications are now open for the 2026-2027 funding year.
Please see details below:
- Requests must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM on Friday, February 6, 2026.
- Recipients for funds will be notified in April 2026.
- Funds will be available July 1, 2026, and all expenses/activities related to proposed projects should be completed by June 30, 2027.
- Multiple requests may be submitted by the same department.
- Requests from student groups must be accompanied by a faculty or staff advisor. Collaborative funding requests are encouraged.
- Proposals that are moved on to the next round for funding should be prepared to make a brief presentation (in person or via submitted video) when Women for DeSales gathers for their annual Distribution Lunch on Friday, March 6, 2026.
To read more about the application criteria and to apply online, please see: Women For DeSales 2026-2027 Funding Requests
Questions, Contact Megan Diehl at megan.diehl@desales.edu.