A preliminary phone or e-mail conversation with foundation staff is advised before submitting a written request.
Switzer Fellows may apply for Professional Development Fund grants at any time using the application form . Written requests may be up to 1-2 pages and must include the following information, as requested on the application form:
- Name and contact information for fellow, including email address;
- Job title and employer;
- General responsibilities of current position;
- Description of the specific professional development opportunity for which funds are being requested, including dates, location, and fellow's role at the event (participant, presenter, attendee);
- Explanation of the fellow’s learning and networking goals for the event and how participation will advance the fellow's career;
- Cost of the professional development opportunity and amount of funds requested from the Switzer Foundation for this purpose; and
- Sources of other funding, including how much the fellow or their organization will fund the fellow's participation in the activity.
Download the application form here .
Applications may be submitted electronically to Sarah Reed.