Where can I find funding opportunities?

Funding opportunities can be found using Pivot, a funding database tool that provides access to the most comprehensive global source of funding opportunities.  Pivot identifies researcher expertise from within or outside of the organization from millions of profiles from organizations worldwide.  The funding database fosters collaboration by cultivating essential partnerships and alliances.  Pivot offers a communication, monitoring, and tracking system among individual faculty, staff, teams, and researchers.  All faculty and staff at Weber Stat have access to Pivot.  Contact the Office of Sponsored Projects for more information. 

How do I start writing a proposal?

Funding agencies have specific guidelines that must be followed and reflected in the proposal.  We recommend a thorough reading of the funding solicitation to gain a good understanding of what the funder requires.  The Office of Sponsored Projects offers many resources, including research and proposal development.  Please contact us for assistance.

Can I submit my own proposal?

Per Weber State's Policies and Procedures Manual (PPM), the Office of Sponsored Projects must submit your proposal.

What is the difference between the Office of Sponsored Projects and University Development?

The Office of Sponsored Projects handles all grants and contracts.  University Development handles gifts and donations.  The two organizations collaborate on projects.  If you are unsure which organization to request services from, please contact the Office of Sponsored Projects, and we will help direct you to the right organization and person. 

What is the university's DUNS & UEI numbers?

DUNS: 73000895
UEI: ZAVDUCLBZG77

What is the university's indirect cost rate?

Weber State's federally negotiated indirect cost rate is 35% of all salaries, wages, and benefits.  If this rate cannot be used, we follow the guidelines established by the funder. 

What are the benefit percentages used when developing a budget?

8.5% benefit rate for hourly wages; 22%-32% for summer pay or supplemental pay; 15% for instructional wage pay.  Please contact the Office of Sponsored Projects to verify.  The rate varies depending on benefits. 

Specific employee benefit rates must be used when developing a budget.  For assistance in determining benefit rates for future employees whose salaries and benefits will be paid with sponsored or external funds, please contact the Office of Sponsored Projects.

How is course buyout calculated?

Your department chair and dean or equivalent must approve a course buyout.  Different colleges have different guidelines and requirements for course buyouts.  Please contact the Office of Sponsored Projects for specifics.