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About the Sponsored Programs Foundation
The Office of Research and Sponsored Programs Foundation partners with faculty and staff to reduce the complexities associated with the grant process. The office provides guidance in identifying appropriate funding opportunities, developing compliant and competitive proposals, and managing the administrative and logistical requirements of sponsored projects. Through this support, faculty and staff can focus on advancing research, scholarship, creative activity, and programmatic innovation. These efforts generate meaningful impact at Cal Poly Humboldt, within the surrounding community, and on a broader global scale.
We are an auxiliary organization of Cal Poly Humboldt, governed by a Board of Directors. Established in 1952, SPF is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation and is tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and Section 23701 of the California Revenue and Taxation Code.
What We Do
SPF provides professional pre- and post-award grant and contract services to the Cal Poly Humboldt campus community. We administer nearly all externally funded grants and contracts and submit proposals to external funding agencies on behalf of Cal Poly Humboldt. In other words, we help people navigate complicated grant processes by removing barriers so PIs can focus on what matters most.
- Our Pre-Award Team connects people to funding sources, develops skills, and assists in writing strong applications that help make their passions possible.
- Our Post-Award Team assists PIs in managing the obligations of their grants in creative and compliant ways.
- Our Operational Support Team meets people where they are at and connects them to the people or resources they need.
- Our Compliance Officer helps people navigate and mitigate risks while staying within the boundaries of grant rules and regulations.
Local Research. Global Reach
Our team helps advance research opportunities that directly benefit students, enhancing academic achievement, increasing graduation outcomes, and encouraging continued education. Through these efforts, we aim to ensure students leave Cal Poly Humboldt prepared to excel and proud of where they first began their research journey.
Contact Us
As part of the Office of Research, SPF is located in the Student Business Services Building, Room 427.
Phone: (707) 826-4189
Email: hsuf@humboldt.edu
Organizational Information
Physical Address:
Cal Poly Humboldt, Sponsored Programs Foundation
1 Harpst Street, SBS 427
Arcata, CA 95521
Mailing Address:
Sponsored Programs Foundation
P.O. Box 1185
Arcata, CA 95518
Contact Info:
Phone: (707) 826-4189
Fax: (707) 826-4783
Email: hsuf@humboldt.edu
Organization Numbers:
DUNS: 014302074
IRS EIN: 94-6050071
NAICS Code: 611310
CAGE Code: 2F322
UEI: K1S8M8RU4FK7
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Office of Research & Sponsored Programs