Mansergh-Stuessy Fund for College Innovation of Saint Paul & Minnesota Fnd
Annual seed grants available to Gustavus Adolphus College,
Hamline University, and Macalester College in Minnesota
About The Mansergh-Stuessy Fund
Purpose
The Mansergh-Stuessy Fund supports 1-year seed grants for innovative ideas developed and implemented by Gustavus, Hamline, and Macalester colleges in Minnesota. Proposals may be in the
areas of curricula, research, and programs or services
for students, faculty/staff or alumni.
Background
The Mansergh-Stuessy Fund was established in 2011,
recognizing the 50th wedding anniversary of Gerald and Nancy Stuessy Mansergh. It is intended for MPCC institutions from which Mansergh-Stuessy descendants have received a Bachelor's degree.
We appreciate and support these colleges as a family.
Since the first awards in 2012, over $70,000 has been awarded to fund 25 cutting-edge ideas in Minnesota liberal arts college environments.
Current Deadline
Proposals are due December 1, 2024 for 2025 awards, announced in January 2025. Up to two proposals from each institution will be considered annually in the budget range of $2000-3500 per project.