Bridging College with Community Grants

This initiative was developed to fund collaborative projects with the Michiana Community. Co-sponsored through Saint Mary’s Office for Civic and Social Engagement and the CWIL Community Connections program, this initiative links Saint Mary’s College with the Michiana community in a way that demonstrates mutual benefits and collaboration.

Essential Elements of the Grant

Be a collaborative program including all three partners in development and implementation:
1. a faculty and/or staff member
2. a student
3. a community member and/or organization
Meet criteria for CWIL funding with a particular emphasis on the intercultural element
Clearly defined benefits, goals, and description of assigned roles and tasks
Achievable goals within one academic year
A budget that includes costs to the organization
Documentation of the project
Students should be involved in planning and implementation

Application with Overview and Guidelines (pdf)

Deadlines
- August 15 , 2007
- October 10, 2007
- December 12, 2007
- March 12, 2008
- May 8, 2008
Additional Information

Bridging Grant Summary Report 2004-2005 (pdf)

Bridging Grant PowerPoint Presentation

Bridging Grant Report with Expense Report (pdf)

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Bridging College with Community Grants

Essential Elements of the Grant

Additional Information