CCEL Grants

CCEL Grants

Transform an idea into action, and receive funding to make it happen

About CCEL Student Grants

At the Centre for Community Engaged Learning (CCEL), we empower students to drive social change through funding for meaningful projects in partnership with BC-based community organizations. Our grants support students in co-designing and implementing impactful initiatives that directly address community needs. We encourage bold, creative ideas and offer hands-on experience in tackling real-world challenges. Dive in, explore new possibilities, and gain experience working to address real-world issues.

We are currently accepting grant applications for the 2024/2025 cycle.

Attend our Virtual “How to Apply for a CCEL Grant” Info Session on Thursday, November 7, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm PST

Maximize Your Chances: Notice of Intent to Apply = Early Access to Resources and Support!

Submitting an NOI is highly recommended for those looking to strengthen their application. Submissions are due Sunday, December 1st, 2024 at 11:59 PST. We will reach out to you by email with feedback in early December. 

Workshops to support your CCEL grant application:

🌱 Asset Based Community Development | Wed, Nov 13, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm (Zoom)

🌱 Ethical Community Engagement | Thurs, Nov 21, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm (Zoom)

Applicant Eligibility

Undergraduate and masters degree students are eligible for CCEL grants. PhD students are not eligible.

All applications must include at least one (1) UBC student and one (1) community organization who are listed on the application. More information about student, community partner, and project eligibility is linked here.

Students

All Grants (Chapman & Innovation Grant, Global Fund, Connect to Community Grant)
● Students must be studying at UBC’s Vancouver campus. Okanagan students should contact Robyn Bunn at the Student Experience Office (robyn.bunn@ubc.ca).
● Diploma, certificate and non-degree students are not eligible for CCEL grants.
● Students currently on co-op are eligible.
● Multi-student teams should contact a CCEL advisor to learn about administration and honoraria processes.

Community Partners

Eligible Community partners include nonprofits, public sector organizations, registered charities, societies, cooperatives, First Nations Communities, schools, and municipal, federal, or provincial government offices.

● A UBC student cannot receive funds to partner with an organization they founded or co-founded.
● UBC students who have founded or co-founded a registered non-profit must partner with an additional community organization that is separate from the one they have founded. Alternately, a non-affiliated student can apply for funds to support the organizations efforts.
● UBC student groups and clubs are not eligible “community organizations”. However, a member of the student club/group can apply to represent the efforts of the group as long as the project still holds a partnership with an community partner.
● Partnerships with for-profit business are not eligible.

Application Timeline for all Grants

Grant Project Library

The Grant Project Library showcases past CCEL-funded student initiatives, project outcomes, and community impacts. These projects were led by students in partnership with community organizations aiming to address social issues affecting our communities.

Grant Stories

Grant Stories is a collection of student stories showcasing novel projects, community partnerships, lessons learned, and advice for future grant applicants.

Year-Round Advising

UBC CCEL Grant Advising supports students in:

  • Connecting with community partner organizations
  • Exploring, scoping out, and evaluating project ideas/feasibility
  • Answering questions about the application process
  • Determining eligibility to apply to grants
  • Preparing grant applications, including offering resources for grant writing
  • Creating and revising project budgets
  • Anything else related to applying to a UBC CCEL grant!

Contact Information

E-mail Jacquie (she/her) at jacquie.kwok@ubc.ca with your questions, or to book an advising appointment. Our office aims to respond to emails within 1-2 business days.

Appointments are available Monday to Thursday 10am to 4pm virtually via Zoom or in-person at the Centre for Community Engaged Learning.