The Los Rios Colleges Foundation provides mini grants to help faculty, staff, and clubs improve student success or teaching/learning effectiveness in innovative ways.
How to Apply for a Mini Grant
All faculty, staff, and student-sanctioned clubs (with advisor involvement) are eligible to apply for a mini grant. Mini grants can be used to buy equipment/supplies* or help support research, coursework, or other special projects or activities.
Mini grant funds should not be used for ongoing program support, instructional equipment, to compensate Los Rios employees, or to supplant money already in a departmental budget.
*All purchases of equipment, supplies, and services must adhere to Los Rios Community College District purchasing guidelines.
Priorities and Areas of Interest
The Office of Philanthropy prioritizes proposals that demonstrate direct support for students and directly relate to each college's vision, mission, and student learning outcomes. Priority is also given to projects or activities that were not funded by a mini grant during the previous year.
Funding for Mini Grants
The number of awards and the amount of each depend on annual fundraising efforts. Mini grants are funded by donations. Select a grant type to learn more.