Onward Fund

Background

Dr. Tom Hall has generously donated funds for UCSF students to travel to international, national or regional conferences to present scholarly work with a global health, human rights or health and social activism theme, or participate actively in proceedings. Grants can be up to $500 per application, to be used for reimbursement of travel- and conference-related expenses only. Exact amount awarded will be stated in the notification letter.

Application Procedures

To apply, please provide the following to the Program Assistant at the Office of International Programs at least one month before the meeting:

• A letter stating the purpose of attendance, your role in the conference, and your anticipated budget.
• If making a presentation, provide the title and description of the work to be presented, and the names of collaborators.
• Official notice of acceptance of the paper or poster, or of participation in the planned meeting.
• Contact information.

Decisions and notification will be sent within one week.

Reimbursement

Within one month of return, please submit the following to the Office of International Programs:

• Original receipts for expenses related to your travel, such as airline ticket or registration.
• Proof of attendance at the conference, such as a printed brochure, agenda, or name badge.
• A signed statement verifying that expenses are related to attendance at the conference.
• A completed trip report form, submitted online.

Questions?

Please contact the Program Assistant at the Office of International Programs.