Office of Business Engagement Mini Grant Application

The University of Kentucky Office of Business Engagement (OBE) Mini Grant program is designed to promote a culture of business engagement across the university by supporting projects that connect UK faculty, staff and students with outside industry and community partners.

Eligible applicants include current University of Kentucky full-time and part-time faculty, staff members, and graduate students serving in instructional or engagement roles.

Section 1: Applicant Information

Name (first & last, please!)

Title

Please use the linkblue email format (e.g. wldct123@uky.edu)

Office Phone

College / Unit

College or Unit Business Officer Name (first & last, please!)

College or Unit Business Officer Email

Section 2: External Partner Information

Partner Organization Name

Partner Organization Website

Partner Organization Address

Partner Organization Type

BusinessNonprofitGovernmentCommunity

Partner Contact Name

Partner Contact Title

Partner Contact Email

Partner Contact Phone

Section 3: Project Description

Project Name

Describe the collaboration activity, the role of each partner, and who will benefit.

300 to 500 words

Section 4: Expected Outcomes & Impact

Describe the anticipated outcomes of the project and how success will be measured. Include quantitative impact. (i.e. # of participants per type(student, faculty, staff, community/business members, college(s), etc.)

300 to 500 words

Section 5: Recipient Expectations

I confirm that the external partner listed is outside the University of Kentucky.

Yes

I confirm that the external partner listed is aware of and supportive of this proposal.

Yes

I agree that this project will be completed on or before May 1, 2027.

Yes

I agree to recognize the Office of Business Engagement as a sponsor on all relevant announcements and marketing material.

Yes

I agree to assist in post-project story, communication, or impact reporting.

Yes

I agree to use a JV to transfer/process funds in coordination with the unit’s budget officer.

Yes

Section 6: Signature & Date

By typing your name below, you certify that it serves as your electronic signature and represents your agreement to the information provided.

I agree

Applicant Name (first & last)

Date

Contact Information