NetVUE Program Development Grants

About this program

The Council of Independent Colleges, with support from Lilly Endowment Inc., offers NetVUE Program Development Grants of up to $100,000 for two years to strengthen existing institutional programs promoting vocational exploration, reflection, and discernment. Funds generally support one-time development and implementation costs, such as course redesign, collaborative advising and mentoring, experiential learning, and integration into general education or academic requirements. Eligible applicants are NetVUE member colleges and universities that have received at least one prior NetVUE grant, completed any previous Program Development Grant at least three years before the new grant period, and do not currently hold a NetVUE Vocation across the Academy grant or Professional Development Award. Institutions may submit one proposal, which must demonstrate institutional support, clear activities and assessment plans, and sustainability beyond the grant period; applications are due November 20, 2026.