Community Engagement Impact Projects FY27
ForecastedInternal — Stanford University only
Community Engagement Impact Projects FY27 supports Stanford faculty, staff, and community partners in research, education, and engagement projects to build healthy communities and address regional needs.
Funder: Stanford University
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $40,000 in OCE funding; possible additional $3,000 for projects involving a Cardinal Course
Summary: Supports Stanford–community partnerships connecting research and education with regional needs, especially healthy communities in Santa Clara and San Mateo counties.
Key Information: Staff-led projects must be embedded in school or unit priorities and operations, with senior leadership involvement.
Description
Stanford University’s Office of Community Engagement (OCE) supports defined, time-bound projects co-created by Stanford faculty or staff and community partners. The program prioritizes building healthy communities in Santa Clara and San Mateo counties, addressing broadly felt regional needs, and deepening relationships between Stanford and surrounding communities. Projects should further the engagement goals of a Community Engagement Hub, school, or department.
Supported work includes community-engaged research, research translation, education and other engagement activities, expanding information, and critical convenings. Regional behavioral health and place-based needs are particular interests for this cycle. OCE seeks shovel-ready collaborations that center the community, connect with Stanford’s research and education mission, and establish measurable, realistic goals and expected impacts.
