# From the Office of the Provost: 2026-2027 Faculty Innovation Fund Call for Proposals

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The Office of the Provost announces a call for proposals for the Faculty Innovation Fund, which provides financial support for innovative projects that enhance the recruitment, retention, career development, and well-being of Penn faculty. It is funded by the Office of the Provost and administered by the Office of the Vice Provost for Faculty.

The Faculty Innovation Fund advances Penn’s strategic commitment to growing opportunity and strengthening affinity by supporting projects that:

- Improve the recruitment, retention, career progression, mentorship, leadership development, and/or well-being of Penn faculty
- Promote collaboration across schools, disciplines, and/or departments
- Generate insights that can be used to improve Penn’s faculty-related policies and practices

Proposals must include a one-to-one match between the school and the Office of the Provost. The maximum award per grant is $10,000.

Proposals are due by Friday, April 17, 2026.

Please see the complete [call for proposals](https://apply.interfolio.com/182211) for more information. Questions can be addressed to [Colleen McEntee](mailto:cmcentee@upenn.edu) in the Office of the Vice Provost for Faculty.