Sponsoring Student Projects
With the Student Sponsorships, Silicon Valley Clean Energy is providing funding to elementary, middle, high school and community college student-led projects that support our communities’ goal of fighting climate change by reducing the use of fossil fuels.
Student Sponsorships Overview
Projects supported by the Student Sponsorships address the SVCE mission to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and expand education and outreach. Projects can range from art installations and student-led events to videos, journalism projects, student competitions, robotics and more. Previous projects included a podcast, art competition, short film, leadership training, climate education for youth, building a prototype electric vehicle and more!
Project Funding:
- Grant funding can be used for resources materials, supplies, equipment, transportation, technology and other SVCE approved costs
- Up to $10,000 for project funding
- Teams must submit all receipts and accounting of money spent from the SVCE funding
We are now accepting applications for the 2025 application cycle. Applications will be open until January 31, 2025. Please email ashlie.pak@svcleanenergy.org for any questions.
Student Sponsorships: Participation & Program Details
Elementary, Middle, High School and Community College Students in the SVCE territory
Students attending schools in Campbell, Cupertino, Gilroy, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Los Gatos, Milpitas, Monte Sereno, Morgan Hill, Mountain View, Saratoga, Sunnyvale and unincorporated Santa Clara County communities are eligible to apply.
Students that incorporate SVCE’s mission within their project
Projects must include SVCE’s mission to reduce dependence on fossil fuels by providing carbon free, affordable and reliable electricity and innovative programs for the SVCE community
Students who include education and outreach within their project
Climate action and awareness go hand in hand. The Student Sponsorships is for projects that incorporate education and outreach to the broader community. Examples of outreach are: attending community events with SVCE, presenting to peers about project, incorporating your community within the project, presenting to local city governments or many more options.