The Concordia University Alumni Association (CUAA) provides support to student clubs and organizations to enhance the student experience and strengthen ties between students and the alumni community.

Application process

• Applications are reviewed four times a year (September, November, January, and March) and funds are allocated by a committee of the CUAA: the Student and Young Alumni Team.
• Funding support is provided to both undergraduate and graduate students; most grants do not exceed $500. Unique projects with a distinct impact on the Concordia community may receive funding up to $1000.

Application criteria

• Applicants must be full/part time Concordia students or a recognized Concordia student association.
• The project must benefit a group of Concordia students and cannot be an individual student project.
• The project must further student learning and development.
• The project must recognize and promote the CUAA as a source of funding for student initiatives.
• All student groups are expected to submit their application in the funding period that coincides with their project or event.

What projects are not eligible to receive CUAA funding?

• Proposals that include personal expenses
• Proposals that request funding for travel
• Any activity that does not uphold the standards and spirit of Concordia University
• The CUAA does not provide funding for alcohol-related expenses.
• The CUAA does not provide funding for seed ventures.

What details strengthen your application?

• Showcase the impact and reach on Concordia community:
  
  • Are students, alumni, faculty, staff, or friends involved? If so, how extensive is this reach?
• Initiatives that emphasize interaction between alumni and students will be prioritized.
• A clear budget with details related to costs, expenses, revenue, sponsorships, additional sources of funding etc.
• A clear plan to demonstrate the feasibility of project completion or success.

Successful CUAA fund recipients are required to:

• Publicly recognize and promote the CUAA Student Project Fund as a donor upon receipt of CUAA funding.
• Cash their cheque within 30 days of issuance.
• Provide a report within a month after the receipt of funding:
  • Final accounting demonstrating breakdown of total funds.
  • A brief explanation for the social or educational impact of the event.
• Attend an annual CUAA meet-and-greet event in April.

Important dates

Applications received after a deadline will considered on the following deadline.