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Multicultural Center

Multicultural Center Grant

MCC Grant 

The MCC Grant is an initiative offered through the Multicultural Center. The committee reviews applications to provide co-sponsorship funds for leadership, education, and community development programs that help build awareness and appreciation within the Illinois State community. 

MCC Grant Eligibility 

Student organizations (registered and independent) hosting programs that promote leadership, education, and community development can apply for funding from the MCC Grant. The MCC Grant will share financial responsibility to combine resources to promote programming for approved applications. 

Application Guidelines 
  1. At least four weeks before the program, submit the MCC Grant application and budget form to be considered for funding. The MCC Grant only responds to expenses that can be invoiced. If expenses cannot be invoiced, please email Dr. Monica Overton before completing the application.
  2. For initial review, submit the completed application and budget to the MCC Grant chair, Dr. Monica Overton. NOTE: Applications and budgets are only accepted online.
  3. Once reviewed, the MCC Grant chair, Dr. Monica Overton, will contact you within one week to inform you if your request has been approved or denied. 
MCC Grant Application Timeline 

At least four weeks before the program: 

  • Complete the application online, including the following information:
    • A proposed program agenda
    • A completed budget form, including other financial sources. If you do not have additional financial sources, contact Dr. Monica Overton before completing the application.  
    • Advertisement/Marketing for the program, which includes the following mandatory requirements:
      • Accommodations Statement
        • “If you need an accommodation to fully participate in this program/event, please contact (name, host organization) at (phone number and email address). Please allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.”
      • Be printed on recycled paper and include the recycling symbol
      • Co-sponsored by MCC Grant – A Multicultural Center Initiative

Ten days or fewer after the program occurs (if funding is approved) 

MCC Grant Forms  

For questions regarding the MCC Grant, email Dr. Monica Overton at mtovert@ilstu.edu.