Cardinal Course Grants
Stanford University's Cardinal Course Grants fund the development of courses that engage students in community-based research on social or environmental challenges.
Funder: Stanford University
Due Dates: September 2, 2026 | November 11, 2026 | February 17, 2027 | May 12, 2027 | June 23, 2027
Funding Amounts: Up to $3,000 per course; additional $1,000 possible with justification; awarded per quarter.
Summary: Supports Stanford instructors in developing courses that engage students in community-based projects addressing social or environmental challenges.
Key Information: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis leading up to each quarterly deadline.
Description
Stanford University's Cardinal Course Grants are part of the Cardinal Service initiative, designed to integrate community engagement into the academic curriculum. These grants provide funding, advising, and course design support for instructors who wish to create or enhance courses that connect students with community partners to collaboratively address pressing social or environmental challenges. The program emphasizes reciprocal benefits for students, faculty, and community organizations, fostering critical examination of public issues and adherence to Stanford's Principles of Ethical and Effective Service.
