About the Anchor University Grants Program

The Anchor University Grants Program, a valuable resource for our university community, offers the grant programs for FY 2025-26. These programs are designed to support students, staff, and faculty members in their community and civic engagement projects, aligning with the University's dedicated community involvement imperative.

As a community-engaged University, our mission is to align its resources and efforts to cultivate purposeful, long-term, mutually beneficial community partnerships that confront systemic inequities, transform the lives of our students, and strengthen our communities.

The grants program aims to cultivate intellectual inquiry with community needs. This funding opportunity encourages university departments and community organizations to collaborate collaboratively, sharing knowledge and resources for mutual benefit.

Grant Information Session

Come join our Anchor University Grant information session where you'll learn about the Civic & Community Engagement grant, what it takes to qualify, and how to apply. Plus, you can share your ideas and get helpful feedback.

March 14, 2025

12:00-1:00 p.m.

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For questions, contact anchor@csus.edu

Robert S. Nelsen Civic and Community Engagement Grant

The Robert S. Nelsen Civic and Community Engagement grant seeks to fund new or existing innovative projects and programs focused on civic engagement to improve the long-term welfare of the Sacramento Region. The purpose of this grant is to advance civic education, community organizing and advocacy, and voter engagement, and civic innoviation and technology as drivers of societal advancement by funding projects and programs that promote civic and community participation. The aim is to initiate positive transformations by supporting endeavors dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in underserved communities through both political and non-political means.

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