Apply for Project Funding

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GSEFÌýhasÌýthree different streams of funding student-led projects which depends on the amount of funding requested andÌýspecific topic areas. Below are the three different application streams.

To apply, please download and fill in the forms for the appropriate stream. Applications can be sent in MS Word format to Thinh Bui atÌýgsef@uwaterloo.caÌýby the listed deadlines. Please feel free to contact Taronish if you have any questions.


Small Project Funding Award

Deadline: 1st of every month.
Please apply before the deadline that is a minimum of 3 weeks before you need the funding (e.g. if you need funding by September 14, please apply by August 1st).

Amount: Up to $600

Examples of Past Projects

Large Project Funding Award

Deadline: June 13, 2025 (visit theÌýapplication timing guidelines for information on when to submit your application).

Amount: >$600Ìý(visit the see application guidelines for additional instructions)

Examples of Past Projects

Environmental Sustainability Award

Deadline: June 13, 2025

Amount:ÌýNo restriction on funding amount - all projects will be considered.

Additional sources of funding:Ìý

  • Undergraduate endowment funds of your department/faculty

Funding Application Tips and Tricks Webinar

Check out this webinar that GSEF and Graduate Student AssociationÌýheld (moderated by the Grad Ready team) in Fall 2024 for tips and tricks for submitting a successful application. Also see theÌýfull application instructionsÌýfor more information.

Remote video URL