Community Connections Conference Grants

The Bonner Center for Civic Engagement (CCE) looks to foster learning and connection by providing funds for community members to attend impactful conferences.

Community members may apply for funding to participate in the conference as an attendee and/or presenter. The applicant must be presenting at or attending the conference with at least one other person as the opportunity prioritizes connections and making meaning together. 

Funding requests may cover the cost of conference registration, lodging, and/or travel. 

Application Requirements

  • At least one of the presenters/attendees must have an existing relationship with University of Richmond. 
  • Applicant must articulate how participating in the conference will impact their work and the work at least one of the attendees is doing in connection with University of Richmond (UR). 

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. If you are submitting a presentation proposal, you do not need to wait until you are accepted as a presenter to apply for funding. 

Conferences

A sampling of conferences is listed below. Please note that conferences need not have a connection to higher education in order to be considered for funding. Conferences should prioritize positive social impact.

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  • Campus Compact

    Campus Compact is a national coalition of 1,000+ colleges and universities committed to the public purposes of higher education. The national conference is the largest and most inclusive of its kind focused on the role of higher education in building healthy communities and fostering a just and equal democracy.  

  • Gulf-South Summit on Service-Learning and Civic Engagement through Higher Education
    The mission of the Gulf-South Summit on Service-Learning and Civic Engagement through Higher Education is to promote networking among practitioners, research, ethical practices, reciprocal campus-community partnerships, sustainable programs, and a culture of engagement and public awareness through service-learning and other forms of civic engagement. 
  • Imagining America
    Annual convening of public scholars, artists, designers, students, and cultural organizers addressing today’s pressing issues. 
  • National College Attainment Network
    NCAN supports members and influences leaders, organizations, policies, and systems across the country to increase equity and excellence in postsecondary degree access and attainment.
  • Points of Light
    Points of Light envisions a society where it is easy for every person to drive change in their community, and in the world.   
  • Prosperity Summit
    The Prosperity Summit (formerly the Assets Learning Conference, or ALC) brings together thousands of professionals working to ensure that everyone in our country has a clear path to financial stability, wealth and prosperity. 
  • SCHEV Civic Day of Dialogue
    Sponsored by State Council of Higher Education of Virginia, this annual gathering aims to (1)affirm the value of the civic learning and engagement, (2)provide practical tools for teaching and assessing civic engagement, (3)share information and resources, and (4)build and strengthen relationships.
  • Virginia College Access Network
    VCAN supports access programs and fosters new initiatives; develops information and financial resources for students and families; and promotes the benefits of greater access to postsecondary education.