Introducing the President’s Fund – Special Projects Program!
The President’s Fund is generously supported by MSVU donors. The fund provides important support to areas of greatest need as designated by the President in consultation with members of the MSVU community.
Are you a student, faculty, or staff member with an innovative idea that could make a meaningful impact? The President’s Fund – Special Projects Program supports initiatives that enhance the MSVU community and beyond! This program provides one-time funding to projects that align with the university’s mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities while incorporating equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (EDIA) principles.
Funding Categories
Awards of up to $7,000 will be granted in the following four categories (one per category):
- Student Experience – Enhancing academic, personal, and/or social experiences for students.
- Community Engagement – Strengthening MSVU’s relationships with external communities through meaningful collaboration.
- Healthy Campus – Supporting initiatives that enhance the physical, mental, and/or social well-being of students, faculty, and staff.
- Student-Led Projects – Funding impactful student-driven initiatives.
Who Can Apply?
- Open to current MSVU students, faculty, and staff (individuals or groups).
- Projects must be one-time, non-renewable initiatives with no ongoing costs.
- Proposals must not duplicate existing operations or have alternative funding sources unless adding a unique, one-time component.
- Funds must be utilized within 12 months of the award.
Why Apply?
- Receive up to $7,000 in funding to bring your idea to life.
- Make a lasting impact on our campus and community.
- For MSVU students, gain valuable experience through proposal-writing support from the MSVU Student Union.
Application & Selection Process
- Applications can be downloaded here must be submitted via email to advancement@msvu.ca by March 31st.
- Student-led initiatives must be submitted under the Student-Led Projects category, with proposal-writing support available from the MSVU Students’ Union.
- A representative selection committee, chaired by MSVU’s President, will evaluate proposals based on a structured assessment framework. The committee will include representatives from Student Experience, University Advancement, Financial Services, MSVUSU, and ad-hoc content experts for each category.
Reporting Requirements:
- Mid-term progress report (within 6 months).
- Final report (within 1 month of completion) to support internal and external storytelling.
Have questions or need help with your application? For more information, reach out to advancement@msvu.ca.
Don’t miss this opportunity to bring your ideas to life — apply today!