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Projects for Peace Undergraduate Program

The Kathryn Wasserman Davis 100 Projects for Peace program invites undergraduates (including graduating seniors) to design grassroots projects that they will implement during the summer, anywhere in the world. The projects judged to be the most promising and valuable will be funded at $10,000 each. The program aims to encourage student initiative, innovation, and entrepreneurship, focusing on conflict prevention, resolution, or reconciliation.

http://www.davisprojectsforpeace.org

The 2026 award cycle is now open.

Penn’s Application Process:  The Davis Projects for Peace program accepts nominations from institutions – students may not apply independently. To apply to be one of Penn’s nominees, you must complete the following steps by Penn’s Internal Deadline of Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at 4:00 pm:

• To apply, a student (or group of students) must prepare a written statement (not to exceed two pages single spaced) that describes the project (who, what, where, how), as well as a budget (one separate page - a Budget Template and Instructions are available here). Proposals require a heading which includes the following information: title of project, where project will take place, project year, name of the participating institution (University of Pennsylvania), name(s) of all student participants, name(s) of other team members or partner organization. Review all guidance here for additional information.
• You will find numerous examples of funded proposals on the Davis Projects for Peace website here.
• Each application must be supported by two letters - one letter of support from a Penn mentor (faculty or staff), and one letter of support from a proposed project affiliate in the host community. Once you have arranged for these letters, begin the CURF Projects For Peace Nomination Form and request letters through that process. These letters must also be received by Penn's Deadline of Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at 4:00 pm:
  • The letter of support from a Penn mentor (faculty or staff) should discuss the proposed project's feasibility and the adequacy of the applicant's/applicants' preparation to complete it. It should also outline ways in which the applicant (or team of applicants) would be mentored over the course of the project and beyond.
  • The letter of support from a proposed project affiliate in the host community should acknowledge that you have been in contact with local partners, that your project is welcome, and that you will have access to necessary support while on location.
• Using the Request for Nomination application form, upload PDFs of your written statement and budget.
• If you do not receive an email confirming receipt of your materials within 4 hours, please IMMEDIATELY email curf-ncf@curf.upenn.edu to make sure we have received your submission.
• Nominated students will receive further instructions. 

Projects for Peace Alumni Award

The Projects for Peace Alumni Award seeks to recognize an individual who has demonstrated sustained contributions to the field of peacebuilding and conflict transformation and who has charted a clear path forward for future impact. The award is intended to celebrate and enhance the achievements of past Projects for Peace grantees. The $50,000 annual award is made possible through the Kathryn Wasserman Davis Collaborative in Conflict Transformation at Middlebury.

Alumni interested in applying for the alumni award can read more here and apply using the Projects for Peace Alumni Nomination Request form. Penn's 2026 deadline to submit an application for the alumni award is February 5, 2026 at 4 pm Eastern.  

Contact Information

Details:

Location

USA, United Kingdom, International (Not UK), Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, Middle East

Type

Project, Work/Service

Eligibility

First-Year, Second-Year, Junior, Senior