Get Involved & Submit a Proposal
The NAU Green Fund is committed to helping students get involved with sustainability. Whether you want to learn more about the Green Fund, become a part of the Green Fund, or submit your own project, you’ll find the resources you need here. If you have questions while you’re completing your proposal application, contact GreenFund@nau.edu.
The Process for Proposals
Proposals submitted are reviewed by the Green Fund Committee on a weekly basis. Submit an idea summary to GreenFund@nau.edu once you think of an idea so we can discuss project feasibility. Once you submit a proposal, you will be paired with a committee member who will ask you a set of questions pertaining to your proposal via email. Next, you will be invited to our next committee meeting to explain your proposal. We’ll ask you to provide a brief overview of your proposal, tell us how your proposal will contribute to sustainability on campus, and describe why we should fund your proposal. Most proposals receive a response with a decision within a week after you attend our meeting.
Follow the Steps Below BEFORE Submitting Your Proposal
Step 1: Identify Your Project Accordion Closed
- Submit an idea summary to the Green Fund to discuss project feasibility.
- Find a team to work on the proposal with you.
- Identify additional sources of funding.
Step 2: Get Specific Information Accordion Closed
- Research your project and make sure what you propose is the best option for your sustainable goal.
- Identify exactly what you are asking us to fund.
- Create a detailed budget.
- Think through every aspect of setting up the project and, in your proposal, specifically explain how you will get the project done within your timeframe.
Step 3: IMPORTANT – Letters Accordion Closed
Green Fund works with other organizations on campus, including the Space Committee.