Colleges and universities can apply for $1,000 grants to support community service projects taking place January 11–25, 2027.
The Alliance for Campus Community Engagement (The Alliance) has been awarded a 2027 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (MLK Day) of Service Lead Agency Grant from Youth Service America (YSA), with support from AmeriCorps. Through this opportunity, 40 grants of $1,000 each are available to colleges and universities across The Alliance’s member networks.
As a member of The Alliance, Community Campus Coalition (Triple C) is pleased to share this funding opportunity with Ohio colleges and universities.
Learn More & Apply HereAbout the Opportunity
The grants will support new or existing campus-community service projects that bring students and community members together to address local needs and create lasting impact.
Projects may focus on:
- Improving community spaces and resources, such as parks, schools, senior centers, community gardens, and low-income homes.
- Environmental stewardship.
- Supporting underserved communities.
Projects may take place over multiple days between January 11–25, 2027, and should engage a broad range of community participants through meaningful, collaborative service.
Grant Details & Important Dates
- Funding: 40 grants of $1,000 each
- Eligibility: Colleges and universities affiliated with The Alliance’s state and regional member organizations
- Application deadline: November 24, 2026
- Project dates: January 11–25, 2027
- Institutional match: Required 1:1 match ($1,000 in cash or in-kind resources)
Information Session
Interested campuses are encouraged to attend a virtual information session to learn more about the grant opportunity, application process, and requirements.
Thursday, November 19, 2026 | 2–3 p.m. ET
Learn More & Apply
We encourage our Ohio campus partners to take advantage of this opportunity to turn ideas into action and make a difference in their communities.
Grants are made possible through funding from Youth Service America (YSA) and AmeriCorps.