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In case you missed it, here’s your monthly scoop on all the exciting happenings at the Institute for Civic and Community Engagement! We’ve got some fantastic funding opportunities and a thrilling student competition that you won’t want to keep to yourself—share them with your students! Plus, with the general elections just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to make your voice heard—don’t forget to register to vote! Let’s get involved!

2025 Call to Service Grants Applications Open Now!

ICCE is now accepting applications for the 2025 Call to Service Grants. These grants offer SF State faculty and staff the opportunity to receive funding for community-engaged activities, research and community service learning course development. 

  • Unlock new possibilities for your community work and collaborate on projects that create lasting change. 
  • Explore funding opportunities that support innovative and meaningful engagement with community partners. 

The application deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 19. 


For questions, contact ICCE by email

at icce@sfsu.edu or by phone at (415) 338-6419


2025 Call to Service Grants
Did you attribute your Fall 2024 CSL course? If you haven't, please email Edel Vaovasa at evaovasa1@sfsu.edu. This step is crucial for faculty to log CSL hours at the end of the semester when grades are due.

Calling Gator student artists:  


We're looking for talented students to design SF State's official “I Voted” sticker for the upcoming General Election! Whether you're a graphic designer, an artist, or simply filled with Gator pride, this is your chance to shine! This contest is open exclusively to SF State students.  


Winner will receive $50 in  Gator Dollars to use around shops on campus AND free merchandise with their design!

  • Now Accepting Submissions!
  • Submissions close: October 10, 2024
  • Campus-Wide Voting will take place: October 15th - 23rd
  • Final Winner notified & announced: October 25, 2024
"I Voted" Sticker Contest 

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All things Civic and Voter Engagement

Gator Votes Website

The 2024 General Election is on Tuesday, November 5, 2024!


We want to make sure our campus communities are registered in time to show out and vote! For detailed information about voter engagement, finding opportunities across campus, and the SF State Voting Center, please visit: https://icce.sfsu.edu/gator-votes

  • Monday, October 7: No later than this date, county elections officials shall begin mailing each registered voter a vote-by-mail ballot.
  • Tuesday, October 15: Join us for our Gators Votes: Bats, Brews, & Ballots Event, a Halloween celebration dedicated to encouraging students to register to vote in time for the General Elections! Stop by the Malcolm X Plaza on 10/15 for FREE voting-themed games, crafts, and snacks! More info: https://icce.sfsu.edu/event/bats-brews-and-ballots
  • Monday, October 21: Last day to register to vote online or by mail ahead of the General Election.
  • Tuesday, October 22 – Tuesday, November 5: Same Day Voter Registration is available - voters can “conditionally” register and vote at a county elections office or polling location after the voter registration deadline, up to and including Election Day.
  • Tuesday, October 29: Last day for county elections officials to send a registered voter a vote-by-mail ballot.
  • Tuesday, November 5: General Election - polls are open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.