Funding Opportunities
Fueling K-State's future
One K-State funding opportunities empower faculty and staff to bring innovative ideas to life, address institutional challenges and advance K-State’s strategic priorities — helping shape the university’s future and drive meaningful impact across our campus and community.
Application deadlines
To provide consistency and clarity, One K-State Fund proposals are accepted on two deadlines each year: March 1 and October 1.
Current funding opportunities
Proposals due: March 1, 2026
Design, Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities (DASH)
Annual award supporting faculty research and scholarly or creative activities for faculty members in DASH fields.
University Outstanding Scholars Awards
Recognizing mid-career tenured faculty members on an accelerated path for continued academic distinction. Eligible faculty include tenured associate professors from all schools and colleges.
Sustainability Opportunity Agenda Open Call
The One K-State Fund seeks pre-proposals that address sustainability challenges facing our broader community or develop internal initiatives focused on campus sustainability efforts through our Sustainability K-State Opportunity Agenda area.
Upcoming funding opportunities
Proposals due: October 1, 2026
Topic non-specific
The One K-State Fund is excited to announce a new opportunity to shape K-State's future. This fund is intentionally topic non-specific, empowering faculty and staff to propose innovative solutions across various areas that advance our Next-Gen K-State mission.
Academic Innovation Fund
The Academic Innovation Fund, through the Office of the Provost, awards up to $300,000 annually to support the development of microcredentials that expand opportunities for learners and strengthen the university's role as Kansas' first-choice education and business partner.