CCEL Grants for Community Projects
Transform an idea into action, and receive funding to make it happen
About CCEL Student Grants
The Centre for Community Engaged Learning funds student-led projects that partner with BC-based community organizations. Grants are made available so you can help address community priorities through projects that you design and execute. Build on your experience working with the community, and get creative with what you can do to address community needs.
Both grants are currently accepting applications! The deadline to apply is Sunday, Feb 4, 2024 (11:59 pm PST).
Connect to Community Grant
Grant amount: $200 to $1,500 CAD
Eligibility: Undergraduate and graduate (Master’s) students, domestic, and international students.
Funded projects: Introductory, trial, or novel project in partnership with a BC-based community organization
Chapman and Innovation Grant
Grant amount: $1,500 to $10,000 CAD
Eligibility: Undergraduate and graduate (Master’s) students, domestic, and international students.
Funded projects: Innovative or creative approaches to a community issue in partnership with a BC-based community organization
Grant Project Library
Get inspired and check out our Grants Project Library to explore examples of grant funded projects led by students in partnership with community organizations aiming to address social justice, equity, and access issues affecting our communities.
Application Timelines
Winter applications
| Date | Description |
| Currently accepting applications | Connect to Community application opens & Chapman and Innovation application opens |
| February 4, 2024 | Connect to Community application closes & Chapman and Innovation application closes |
| April 2024 | Winners announced |
If you have questions
Contact the Centre for Community Engaged Learning at community.learning@ubc.ca if you have any questions about community-based learning opportunities, programs, and resources.
The Centre also has advisors available for 1:1 consultations. Our expertise in community engaged learning and community collaboration are available as a resource for students looking to develop a project and apply for a grant.