Robert T. Stone Fund

Established in memory of Robert Stone, the Robert T. Stone Fund provides Davidson College students with the opportunity to design environmental service projects that combine academic and personal interests. 

The grant currently provides up to $5,000 in funds to support summer internships, projects, or experiences. 

Learn more about the two parts of the application on our Grants and Funding Opportunities page

Explore Past Recipients' Projects

Emma Brueher '24

Sustainable Agriculture in Hawaii with Big Island Farms

Hawaii
Summer 2022

"My work on the organic macadamia nut farm allowed me to learn about many aspects of sustainable farming, including the creation and maintenance of food forests, composting and organic fertilizing, and harvesting."

Ty Cryan '24

Catawba Corn Research

Davidson
Summer 2023

"This past summer I had the privilege of working in collaboration with the Catawba Nation and Dr. Wadgymar’s lab to lead a three sisters efficiency experiment while volunteering part-time at Black Snake Farm."

Learn more about Cryan's Catawba Corn Research