Funding Process

Interested in applying for a TGIF grant? Follow the steps below. There is also an infographic you can follow.

Am I eligible to apply?

• I am a UCLA student, staff member, or faculty member (can be applying on behalf of an organization).

Does my project meet the requirements to apply to TGIF?

• The project promotes environmental sustainability on UCLA's campus in accordance with our mission.
  • UCLA Single-Use Plastic Policy Implementation Guide. Check out page 23 for information on promotional products.
  • Green Events Certification Guide. Check out page 11 for information on commemorative products.
• The project has a clearly-defined, measurable outcome.
• The project has a mechanism for evaluation and follow-up after funding has been disbursed.
• Learn more about TGIF guidelines.

The application process and expected timeline.

• When creating your budget, reference this sample budget.
• TGIF Mini Fund (requesting $1,000 or less)
  • Fill out an application before the deadline.
  • Within two weeks of the funding deadline, you will receive your allocation via email.
  • Funding closes Friday of Week 8 each quarter. If you miss a deadline, your application will be considered in the next funding round. No funding is awarded during the summer.
• TGIF Main Fund (requesting $10,000 or less)
  • Fill out an application before the deadline.
  • Sign up for a hearing (the link will be sent a week following the deadline).
  • Attend the hearing.
  • Within two weeks of the hearing, you will receive your allocation via email.
  • Funding closes Friday of Week 2 each quarter. If you miss a deadline, your application will be considered in the next funding round. No funding is awarded during the summer.
• Capital/Infrastructure Projects (requesting more than $10,000)
  • Fill out an application (accepted on a rolling basis).
  • Within two weeks of the funding deadline, you will receive your allocation via email.
  • If funded, you will schedule quarterly meetings with the Grant Coordinator.
  • Funding closes Friday of Week 8 Spring Quarter. If you miss this deadline, you must wait until the next academic year. No funding is awarded during the summer.

Ready to access funding allocation?

Don't forget your project summary report!

• After you have spent your funds to complete your project, you must fill out our project summary report.
• This report helps provide feedback to TGIF and provides content for us to highlight previously funded projects on our website and social media.