Student Community Service Mini-grants (CSMG)

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Overview

Available to any student attending an Indiana Campus Compact member campus, Community Service Mini-Grants (CSMG) provide Indiana college students with hands on experiences in designing and implementing quality, direct service projects that address local community issues and needs while giving students an opportunity to apply for, manage, and implement a grant. Successful CSMG projects must: 1.) identify and address a critical need or issue affecting the local community; 2.) include a direct service component that reaches beyond the college/university campus and connects students with the local community; and 3.) offer a long-term benefit to the community. Download request for proposal here

In addition to CSMG funds, ICC is committed to support National Day of Service projects. Through the Day of Service (DoS) Action grant program, ICC has engaged thousands of campus and community volunteers in the growing movement of supporting National Days of Service. Click here download the 2012-2013 National Day of Service calendar of events.

Availability

Any student currently enrolled at an ICC member institution is eligible to apply for up to a $1,000 grant. Student applicants who demonstrate an inter-campus component (involving one or more additional ICC member institution) are eligible to apply for funds above and beyond $1,000. See funding table below.

Funding Requirements

• ICC requires that the institution provides a minimum 25% cash match of the amount requested
• Grants are awarded on a reimbursement basis

Submitting Proposals

Electronic submissions will only be accepted. All applications must be submitted to   This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by 5:00 pm (EST) on the 15th of the month prior to the start date of your service project. Indiana Campus Compact will not accept CSMG applications after April 15, 2013. Please use subject line: CSMG Application/Applicant’s Last Name.

Student Mini-grant Frequently Asked Questions

Contact

For questions, contact Emily Sellers, Program Director for Student Development, at (317) 274-6500 or   This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Need a project idea? Click here to read about past CSMG projects led by students on Indiana Campus Compact member campuses.