Mini-Grants

Application for the 2026-27 academic year is now closed. Check back in March 2027 for 2027-28 application. 

Please contact the Foundation at 503-594-3129 or elizabeth.spillman@clackamas.edu with any questions. 

Congratulations to the following projects awarded a 2026-27 Mini-Grant:

-CCC Campus Tour Pinball Machine

-Dental Assisting CE Courses for Expanded Practice

-EMT Program BLS Textbook Lending Library

-Industrial Safety Chemistry Lab

For more than 30 years, the CCC Foundation has been supporting innovative projects and curriculum through the mini- grant program. From implementing digital archiving systems and OER projects to kick starting the SNAP support services as well as the Clackamas Repertory Theatre, mini grants support new and engaging ideas that build student retention and completion, collaborate with the community and achieve tangible results. 

Mini-grant applications should be for projects facilitated and completed during the 2026-27 academic year. Reporting includes a mid-year update and a final report to be completed by June 30, 2027. If you have received mini-grant funds in the past three years and have not submitted a report, you are not eligible to submit an application until a report is completed.

Mini-Grant Focus

STUDENTS FIRST: Proposals that focus on innovative ways to increase student accessibility, retention and completion will be prioritized.

INNOVATION: The introduction of something new; a new idea, method, or device: the application of better solutions that meet new requirements, unarticulated needs, or existing market needs; something original and more effective.

COLLABORATION: The process of two or more people or departments working together to realize shared goals.

IMPACT: Projects supporting a variety of stakeholders at the college will be given preference. This may include students, employees, and community members.

Note:

• Proposals for projects covered by the CCC Innovation Fund, available through the Office of the Vice President of Instruction, will not be accepted. Additionally, proposals that can be funded through a departments FFX will not be considered.
• Proposals for general support, travel, food, personnel costs, capital purchase or construction of classrooms or facilities will not be accepted. Please find alternative sources of funding for those items.
• To ensure projects align with College priorities, Division Deans are required to sign off on project applications.