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Call to Service Grants - Civic & Community Engagement Support

Call to Service grants support SF State faculty and staff in developing service-learning, community-based, and civic engagement opportunities that foster meaningful student learning and advance community-identified goals. Guided by a commitment to reciprocity and mutual benefit, this initiative strengthens collaborative partnerships while supporting the scholarship of community-engaged teaching and learning.
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Service Learning Course Development Grant
Eisman Award for Engaged Scholarship
Civic & Community Engagement Support Grant ➔

Civic & Community Engagement Support Grant

PURPOSE

The Community & Civic Engagement (CCE) Support Grant provides small-scale funding to strengthen civic and community engagement at SFSU. Grants support projects, on campus or in the community, that enhance student learning, civic participation, and collaboration aligned with the university’s commitment to meaningful engagement and the public good.

DESCRIPTION

The CCE Support Grant assists SFSU faculty, staff, and departments/programs in developing or implementing projects that foster civic learning, community connection, and public service. Projects may include on-campus initiatives, such as nonpartisan voter education or civic leadership events, as well as off-campus collaborations with community partners. Funds may be used to support activities such as student assistants, travel or conference participation, materials, and modest hospitality that advance civic or community engagement. For full details on allowable and non-allowable costs, please refer to the “Use of Funds” section. Projects must demonstrate clear student and/or community benefit and align with SFSU’s educational mission.

FUNDING

  • Awards range from $500–$2,500, depending on project scope and available funds.
  • Funds may support student wages, materials, modest hospitality, or other project-related expenses. Refer to the “Use of Funds” section for full guidance.

ELIGIBILITY

  • Open to SF State faculty, staff, and departments/programs.
  • Projects may occur on campus or off campus.

DELIVERABLES

  • A short end-of-project summary
  • Provide one photo or artifact demonstrating project impact
  • Submit a short student or partner vignette highlighting the project experience or impact

Applications will be reviewed based on:

  1. Purpose & Alignment – Project clearly supports civic or community engagement and aligns with SFSU’s goals for student learning and public benefit.
  2. Student Involvement – Students are meaningfully involved in or benefit from the project.
  3. Feasibility & Implementation – Project plan, timeline, and budget are realistic and achievable; proposed use of funds is appropriate.
  4. Impact & Outcomes – Anticipated outcomes are clear and demonstrate meaningful benefit to campus and the community.
  5. Sustainability or Replicability – Project shows potential to be sustained, expanded, or inform future engagement efforts.

1. Project Title
Provide the title of your project or activity.

2. Project Summary (100–150 words)
Provide a concise overview of your project or activity.

3. Project Description (up to 400 words)
Describe your project, goals, and anticipated outcomes. Explain how it promotes civic or community engagement.

4. Location of Engagement
Indicate whether your project takes place on campus, off campus, or both.

5. Community or Campus Partners
Identify any collaborators involved in your project (student groups, departments, or external partners).

6. Student Involvement
Describe how students will participate in or benefit from this project. If student involvement is limited, explain why.

7. Requested Funding Amount
Select the amount requested and briefly justify how funds will support your project.

Dropdown options: 

  • $500
  • $1000
  • $1500
  • $2000
  • $2500

8. Budget Summary
Provide a short breakdown of how funds will be used (e.g., student wages, materials, hospitality, or event expenses).

9. Timeline
Outline key steps and expected completion date.

10. Sustainability or Replicability (up to 250 words)

Describe how your project could be sustained, expanded, or serve as a model for future civic or community engagement initiatives. Are there plans to continue or adapt this work beyond the grant period (e.g., through departmental support, partnerships, or integration into ongoing programs)?

11. Optional: Additional Information
Include any additional details that strengthen your proposal (e.g., innovation, collaboration, or anticipated challenges).

Budget Template

Refer to the “Use of Funds” section on the Call to Service main page for full guidelines and allowable expenses.

Application Opens August 1, 2026

Civic and Community Engagement Support Grant

Before you apply, confirm the following:

  • Your project focuses on civic or community engagement activities
  • Your proposal supports partnership development, capacity building, or implementation
  • You have identified or are in the process of confirming a community partner, if applicable
  • Your project aligns with community-identified needs or priorities
  • You have reviewed the grant guidelines and allowable use of funds
CCE Support Grant Online Application