Community Engagement Grants and Programs

Financial support is one of the many benefits of a partnership with CEA. We provide our partners with community engagement grants and exclusive funding for projects, research, and community collaboration.

Additionally, we offer technical support throughout the application process. Our staff is also available for consultation and coaching during project implementation to help you succeed.

Funding Opportunities

9/11 Day of Service Grants

Support student service and volunteer activities in remembrance of 9/11.

Note: This grant cycle is open until June 26, 2026.

Supported by AmeriCorps
911 DAY OF SERVICE GRANT

MLK Day of Service Grants

Supports student service and volunteer activities on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, 2026.

GRANT INFORMATION (PDF)

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (PDF)

BUDGET FORM (XLS)

Note: Application will reopen summer of 2027 for 2028 MLK Day. 

Supported by AmeriCorps
MLK DAY OF SERVICE GRANTS

Faculty Fellows Idea Lab Program

Supports a cohort of Faculty Fellows to create innovative ideas on enhancing student civic outcomes. 

Supported by Lilly Endowment, Inc.
FACULTY FELLOWS PROGRAM

Community Engagement Using High-Impact Practices Program

Supports the integration of community engagement using high-impact practices (HIPs) into students’ collegiate experiences.

Supported by Lilly Endowment, Inc.
Community Engagement Using HIPs Program

Scholar-Practitioner Program

Supports collaborative research and subsequent intervention to address a community-identified need.

Supported by Lilly Endowment, Inc.
Scholar-Practitioner Program

Civic Catalysts

Supports college students leading civic engagement activities at Title 1 middle or high.

Supported by the U.S. Department of Education
Civic Catalysts

23-24 Grant Reporting

Looking to report on a grant or program not listed? This is where you can access 2023-2024 Grant Reporting Resources.

23-24 GRANT AND PROGRAM REPORTING
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