Faculty grants available through Abbott blood drive award

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As the recipient of the inaugural We Give Blood Drive competition sponsored by Abbott, the University of Nebraska–Lincoln has outlined its plan to distribute the $1 million award. The funds will be directed toward a variety of grants and initiatives designed to advance the health and well-being of UNL students and the broader Nebraska community.

Faculty are eligible to apply for two of the awards, the Healthy Nebraska Grants and the UNL Student Health and Well-being Grants, which will be awarded by the Division of Student Life in collaboration with the Office of Research and Innovation. For those interested in learning more, a Zoom information session will be held on May 8 from 1-2 p.m.

Healthy Nebraska Grants

  • Total of $200,000 to be awarded.
  • These grants will support research, programs, and projects aimed at improving health outcomes for students or the greater Nebraska community.
  • UNL faculty and staff are eligible to apply.
  • Letter of Intent due May 16, 5 p.m.
  • Proposals due Sept. 15, 5 p.m.


UNL Student Health and Well-being Grants
  • Total of $150,000 to be awarded.
  • These grants will focus on research, programs, or initiatives that enhance the health and well-being of UNL students.
  • UNL faculty and staff are eligible to apply.
  • Letter of Intent due May 16, 5 p.m.
  • Proposals due Sept. 15, 5 p.m.


The remaining funds will support awards for recognized student organizations and the Well-being Collective, both initiatives led by the Division of Student Life.

Additional information is available on the Student Life website.

More details at: http://studentlife.unl.edu/health-grants