Service at Princeton is defined broadly and a way for students to find meaning, purpose, and belonging in their Princeton experience. The John H. Pace Jr ‘39 Center for Civic Engagement provides funding to students proposing a service project that is designed to fulfill a community need and/or to positively impact the Princeton student experience in service. Successful proposals will align with the Pace Center’s partnership principles, and identify learning goals achievable through reflection and community building.
To be considered for funding, you are asked to first discuss your proposed project with a Pace Center staff advisor. After this discussion, you can submit your project proposal using this form. Project proposals will be reviewed on a weekly basis by Pace Center staff. You will be notified if you can move forward and apply for the Pace Center’s SAFE funding.
For initial interest guidance or questions about this award, process, and requirements, please reach out to Elsie Sheidler.
Funding Parameters
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Requirements
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Funding is dependent on duration and project budget. Awards are capped at $1,500 per academic year.
- Typical periods of duration include a semester; an academic year break; and the summer. (See identified Terms below.)
Note: If the project requires additional time beyond the duration noted in the original proposal, the requester must discuss next steps with their Pace Center staff advisor.
- Budgets should reflect additional funding sources requested and/or secured.
- If the project has a fundraising component, this SAFE award can not be added to the project’s fundraising pool.
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Eligibility
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Enrolled undergraduates in good academic and disciplinary standing.
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Term
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Fall Semester, Fall Break, Winter Break, Wintersession Break; Spring Semester, Spring Break, Summer
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Other Fund Requirements
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- Onboarding and regular check-ins with Pace Center staff advisor.
- Collaboration with an existing or new community partner organization is encouraged.
- Participation in additional advising sessions as determined by the project make-up and/or the Pace Center staff advisor.
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Additional Application Materials
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- Letter of support, as relevant, from faculty, campus, and/or community partner supporting this project.
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Post-project Requirements
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- An accounting of award funds and their use
- Within two weeks of project completion, submit a 1-2 page reflection report, addressing, among other things, learning outcomes, and community impact.
- A minimum of three hi-resolution photos, preferably action-oriented with no youth under 18 years old and full identification of subjects and location.
- Upon request from the Pace Center, meet with peers to share learnings.
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Prepare & Submit Your Proposal Online
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Once you are ready, you can prepare and submit the proposal through this online form.