Applications for the Nielson Social Change Grant- OPEN!
Applications Due March 31st 2026
Do you have a vision of enacting change in your community, locally or overseas?
Then the Nielson Social Change Grant should be of interest to you!
This grant provides Lewis & Clark College undergraduate students with funds to cover project costs such as equipment or technology, educational resources, travel expenses, or other items used to strengthen grassroots efforts for progressive, systemic social change. This fund prioritizes applications that address community outreach and education, leadership development, root cause and power analysis, and coalition building.
Award amounts range from $500-$5000
APPLY HERE!
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Civic Engagement
Building Bridges to Portland’s Immigrant Community
Through L&C’s Bridge Builders initiative, students partner with local organizations to support immigrant and refugee communities while gaining hands-on experience in advocacy, service, and cross-campus collaboration.
Youth Leadership
From Camper to Changemaker
This summer, Deenie Bulyalert BA ’27 directed the Table Rock Youth Camp in Grants Pass, Oregon. Bulyalert’s efforts, funded by a Nielson Social Change Innovation Grant, helped young campers develop leadership skills informed by Indigenous teachings.
