What is it?

The Innovative Projects Fund (IPF) is an annual donation made by the AMS to the University in an effort to aid the enrichment and progressive development of the campus community. The IPF was designed to provide a start-up funding pool for a broad range of visible and innovative projects of direct benefit to students. Traditionally, each successful application receives funding ranging from $3,000 to $5,000. In the past, innovative projects have been new ideas such as student media initiatives, new clubs, new conferences, and student services.

All UBC students, staff and faculty who have a vision for a new project that does not duplicate existing resources are encouraged to apply. For a list of previously funded projects, please click here.

How do I apply?

Download and complete the IPF application form. Paper copies of the application are available in Room 238 of the Student Union Building.

Due to the number of applications submitted, the IPF Adjudication Committee requests the submissions be limited to a maximum of four pages. It would be helpful if applications could be phrased in a language that a non-specialist would understand. Applications for projects requiring ongoing support should clearly indicate sources of future funding.

Criteria & Eligibility

Projects must be innovative, provide benefit to a significant number of students, and be visible to the campus community. Applications will be accepted from students, staff, and faculty at the University.

Selection Process

A six-member committee comprised of three student representatives (appointed by the AMS Council), three representatives from the University administration, and chaired by the AMS president will evaluate the applications and forward their recommendations to the president of the University. Following approval, the chair will notify all applicants. In consideration of conflict of interest, committee members will be required to abstain from participation in the consideration of applications originating from their own department/faculty. Successful project applicants will be informed in early 2008.

Selected Proposals

Applicants will be required to submit a report detailing the progress of their project within 12 months of the disbursement of IPF funds. Applicants re-applying for funding must submit their report along with their application. Project funding will normally not exceed three years. Equipment purchased with IPF funds becomes the property of the University. Any funds from the sale of equipment will be returned to the IPF.

Deadline

Deadline for receipt of applications is Friday, Oct. 23, 2009.

Please send completed applications to:
IPF Adjudication Committee
238-6138 Student Union Blvd.
Vancouver, B.C., V6T 1Z1