Funding for Student Special Projects
Cultural Attractions Fund
The Cultural Attractions Fund seeks to foster collegiality between CC students, faculty, academic programs or departments, and the wider Colorado Springs community. The Cultural Attractions Fund provides grants for traditional and nontraditional activities that enhance Colorado Springs' cultural richness, are community oriented, and are free to the public or offered at a modest price.
Leanr more about the Cultural Attractions Fund and how to apply.
Ecofund
The mission of the EcoFund is to foster the design and implementation of campus sustainability initiatives and to put into action one of CC’s core values, “nurturing a sense of place and an ethic of environmental sustainability."
Learn about the Ecofund and how to apply.
Student Seed Innovation Grants
Sponsored by Creativity & Innovation at CC, Student Seed Innovation Grants (SSIG) are donor-funded grants of $3,000 - $8,000 designed to empower students to investigate questions and solve real world problems.
When selecting SSIG recipients, an important element that the committee looks for is the applicant's passion to explore the project question, seek a solution, and/or solve a problem. Students do not need to know exactly how a solution will unfold when submitting an application. They will need to demonstrate an authentic desire and drive to achieve the project goals and iterate the project through the various stages of development and execution.
Learn more about Student Seed Innovation Gants and how to apply.
Community Engagement Grants
The William P. Dean Memorial Fund supports undergraduate initiatives and projects that collaborate with a community nonprofit to address the needs of marginalized populations.
Any student-initiated project that works with a community nonprofit partner to address a social need will be eligible. Applicants should be actively engaged in community-based work in the local Colorado Springs community or in the student's home community.
Learn more about Community Engagement Grants and how to apply.
