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The Hunt Institute issues call for applications due this month. Applications are due January 28 for the 2022-2023 cohort of John M. Belk Impact Fellows. Applications received after this date will be considered on a rolling basis. Please share with students currently enrolled in community college, undergraduate programs, and graduate programs in North Carolina to apply for this 10-month, hands-on learning experience. Learn what current fellows are up to at their nonprofit placements in our new video. You can find the application here.
The NC GreenPower Solar+ Schools application is open now! Any NC K-12 school can apply to be considered for this grant opportunity. Selected schools receive a 5 kW educational solar array. Visit NCGP’s website to learn more.
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