UCLA Clubs For A Cause

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Program Overview: UCLA Clubs for a Cause is a funding initiative that supports service-oriented UCLA registered campus organizations (RCO). The program encourages cross-RCO collaboration by providing financial support for a joint service project, activity, or event that involve two UCLA registered campus student organizations, including 1 service-oriented UCLA registered campus organizations (RCO) working together to make a positive impact on campus or in the Los Angeles community. The UCLA Volunteer Center will review applications that may fund bus transportation, light refreshments, and/or project supplies up to $2,000.

*The deadline to apply for funding for the Winter Quarter will be on Friday, January 23, 2026 at 11:59pm.*

*Please make sure to read through the Eligibility Requirements along with the Guidelines for this program.*

Eligibility Requirements for RCO's:

  • The service-oriented Registered Campus Organization's (RCO) Mission Statement must include a a clear dedication to service.
  • Must involve two UCLA RCO's for each event (one of the two must be a service-oriented group).
  • The RCO's must have a service project host site confirmed by the time of submitting the application.
  • The RCO's must have a date and time confirmed by the time of submitting the application.
  • The service-oriented activity or event must have a clear benefit to the campus or Los Angeles community.
  • The project must be completed within the June 1, 2026 academic year.
  • Must submit total budget estimates and specify requested funding in application.
  • The application must be completed by signatories from both RCO's.
  • RCO's must be in good standing with the university.
  • Include how your club meets our True Bruin Values and NACE Career Readiness Competencies

Clubs For a Cause Guidelines

APPLY HERE