ACAMIS Service Learning Grants have been established to provide financial support for student initiatives in service learning in the ACAMIS host countries, China and Mongolia.
Submissions are closed
Criteria
ACAMIS Service Learning Grants have been established to provide financial support for student initiatives in service learning in the ACAMIS host countries, China and Mongolia.
Awards are made to individuals or groups that require students to:
- Apply academic, social and personal skills to support and improve the community;
- Make decisions that will lead to authentic outcomes;
- Grow as individuals and increase community engagement;
- Gain a deeper understanding of themselves, their community, and society; and
- Demonstrate their abilities while and through helping others.
Grand Value
Up to $2,500 USD may be awarded to successful individuals or groups as determined by the ACAMIS Board.
Who Can Apply?
Applications will only be accepted from students who are enrolled in ACAMIS member schools and are supported by a faculty representative providing guidance to the individual or group carrying out the service learning project.
Application Process
Schools that are planning to apply for a Service Learning Grant should first register their intent by completing the Preliminary Notice Form. When the students are ready to make full Application, they can download the ACAMIS Service Learning Grant Application Form here. The proposal should be no more than 750 words. All sections of the Service Learning Grant Application Form need to be completed and may include supplementary and supporting information. When completing the application, it may be useful to refer to the description of criteria in Service Learning Criteria.
When completing the service learning proposal the applicant(s) should consider the following questions:
- Why is the proposal meaningful service learning?
- Why is this project important to me/the group?
- How am I/we establishing and developing partnerships?
- How can I/we monitor progress, determine success and reflect during the process?
- For how long will the service learning project last?
- What will the funds will be applied to in addressing the identified need?
Timeline
A completed ACAMIS Service Learning Grant Application Form must be sent to operations@acamis.org no later than Friday, March 15, 2024. Late applications will not be accepted.
Applications will then be submitted to the Service Learning Review Committee. Applicants will be notified of the results before the Spring Leadership Conference and award recipients will be recognized at the event.
2025 Service Learning Grants Recipients
School
Student Name(s)
Project
Amount Granted
International School of Ulaanbaatar
Irene Ninjbadrakh
Greenhouses in Mongolia (GIM) is a project that builds greenhouses for communities in need, striving towards a more sustainable planet.
US$1,300
Chinese International School
Alexis Chiu
The CIS Free Clinic, established in 2017, is committed to offering accessible healthcare to all individuals. Our mission involves assisting individuals who face barriers to accessing government healthcare, such as domestic helpers, refugees, and locals in need of non-urgent medical care. Serving as a crucial link between underserved patients and private clinics, we facilitate the provision of free medical services. Through collaborations with NGOs, students organise 3+ clinics per year staffed by volunteer doctors, offering a range of services, including dental care, osteopathy, gynaecology, and general healthcare check-ups. Additionally, we gather essential medical supplies such as dental kits and masks from our school community for donation to NGOs supporting elderly individuals, the homeless, and those living in caged homes. This project allows us to foster a sense of community and connect with diverse groups, creating a supportive network.
US$1,300
International School of Nanshan Shenzhen
Hui An (Tweety) Chan
The FRC club is a steam-education-based organization by students who love STEM to challenge themselves on machinery and technological aspects, as well as some business and outreach involves, they aim to join the China First Robotic Competition every year, the highest challenged robotic-based competition in the First community worldwide.
US$1,000
Internation School of Tianjin
Crystal (Soojung) Ra
This project aims to enhance math education for younger students in lower elementary by creating interactive lessons that prevent learned helplessness. In addition to developing engaging, multisensory learning tools, I will establish a supplementary support program—through CCAs and a possible lunchtime peer tutoring/coaching initiative—where trained student mentors, supported by teacher advisors, help struggling students in grades 2–4 build foundational math skills in a fun, non-threatening environment. This initiative aligns with UN SDG 4: Quality Education, and workshops for parents and teachers will further support inclusive learning in line with SDG 4.7.
US$700
Shen Wai International School
Katrina Wong, Fiona Shum
The ROD tournaments addresses the need for equitable access to skill-based education beyond school curriculums. Due to education's overarching emphasis on memorization over application, many students, especially those from the traditional curriculum, lack opportunities to build critical thinking, evaluating, and public speaking skills. The ROD address this by providing a platform for students from diverse educational, financial backgrounds to engage in discourse on contemporary issues, promoting inclusivity. Through mock debates and interactive sessions, we cultivate articulated speakers who are equipped to engage in global affairs and societal issues. Apart from academic significance, the debate events we host also serve as networking platforms, fostering collaborations among students from different schools, providing a break from their stressful school life. By expanding access to debate education, we are empowering students to become confident, articulate, and critical thinkers.
US$800
The International School of Macau
Coco Huang
TIS is working to establish a rooftop garden while minimizing plastic use. Students will handcraft all structures, such as plant boxes, as part of learning carpentry skills. Volunteer student groups will maintain the garden, allowing elementary classes to connect it to their curriculum themes of responsible consumption, production, and sustainable cities.
US$1,000
British School of Beijing, Shunyi
Kaki Li
The Crescendo is a student led initiative pivoted in the British School of Beijing, Shunyi. Our mission is to raise awareness of this often neglected or less prioritized issue - the lack of opportunity for musical education and the mental well-being of underprivileged kids. Music is what plays a vital role in the early-stage psychological development of children, influencing various aspects of their cognitive, emotional, and social
US$1,000
Concordia International School Shanghai
Austin Tang
Envision Education is an initiative launched to bridge the digital divide, increase digital literacy, and bring knowledge access to remote locations. Each year, Envision aspires to enable students to gain access to global resources and enhance their opportunities in the form of building digital computer labs in remote-location schools. Envision's first step is to provide laptops and iPads to schools and students, connecting them with global knowledge. With this digitalization movement, students in remote locations can obtain a global mindset, increase exposure to real-world skills, and learn how to apply them.
US$1,200
Nanjing International School
Seonghyun Hwangbo
The Cycle Savers is a student-led initiative where we focus on starting a small business dedicated to repairing, cleaning, buying, and selling bikes. We welcome donations of old or broken bikes, which we then restore using necessary parts, making them ready for resale. Our long-term goal is to donate a portion of our profits to the Pfrang Association at the end of every semester once we achieve financial stability. Beyond running a business, we aim to make bike riding more accessible while promoting sustainability and community impact through.
US$700
International School of Beijing
Emma Wu, Jasmine Gao, Ada Zhang, Wiliam Pan
The Government Affairs Student Ambassador (GA Student Ambassadors) is a student club at SIB striving to bridge the international and local communities in Beijing. GA Student Ambassadors forward this goal through hosting bilingual campus tours for visiting government officials, organizations, and international staff, as well as supporting the school's community members through organizing events like open houses or university fairs. GA Student Ambassadors have taken upon themselves the initiative of allowing capable students to experience international culture while paying homage to their host country, hosting student panels and leadership talks with SBI alumni and esteemed experts.
US$1,000
School
International School of Ulaanbaatar
Student Name(s)
Irene Ninjbadrakh
Project
Greenhouses in Mongolia (GIM) is a project that builds greenhouses for communities in need, striving towards a more sustainable planet.
Amount Granted
US$1,300
School
Chinese International School
Student Name(s)
Alexis Chiu
Project
The CIS Free Clinic, established in 2017, is committed to offering accessible healthcare to all individuals. Our mission involves assisting individuals who face barriers to accessing government healthcare, such as domestic helpers, refugees, and locals in need of non-urgent medical care. Serving as a crucial link between underserved patients and private clinics, we facilitate the provision of free medical services. Through collaborations with NGOs, students organise 3+ clinics per year staffed by volunteer doctors, offering a range of services, including dental care, osteopathy, gynaecology, and general healthcare check-ups. Additionally, we gather essential medical supplies such as dental kits and masks from our school community for donation to NGOs supporting elderly individuals, the homeless, and those living in caged homes. This project allows us to foster a sense of community and connect with diverse groups, creating a supportive network.
Amount Granted
US$1,300
School
International School of Nanshan Shenzhen
Student Name(s)
Hui An (Tweety) Chan
Project
The FRC club is a steam-education-based organization by students who love STEM to challenge themselves on machinery and technological aspects, as well as some business and outreach involves, they aim to join the China First Robotic Competition every year, the highest challenged robotic-based competition in the First community worldwide.
Amount Granted
US$1,000
School
International School of Tianjin
Student Name(s)
Crystal (Soojung) Ra
Project
This project aims to enhance math education for younger students in lower elementary by creating interactive lessons that prevent learned helplessness. In addition to developing engaging, multisensory learning tools, I will establish a supplementary support program—through CCAs and a possible lunchtime peer tutoring/coaching initiative—where trained student mentors, supported by teacher advisors, help struggling students in grades 2–4 build foundational math skills in a fun, non-threatening environment. This initiative aligns with UN SDG 4: Quality Education, and workshops for parents and teachers will further support inclusive learning in line with SDG 4.7.
Amount Granted
US$700
School
Shen Wai International School
Student Name(s)
Katrina Wong, Fiona Shum
Project
The ROD tournaments addresses the need for equitable access to skill-based education beyond school curriculums. Due to education's overarching emphasis on memorization over application, many students, especially those from the traditional curriculum, lack opportunities to build critical thinking, evaluating, and public speaking skills. The ROD address this by providing a platform for students from diverse educational, financial backgrounds to engage in discourse on contemporary issues, promoting inclusivity. Through mock debates and interactive sessions, we cultivate articulated speakers who are equipped to engage in global affairs and societal issues. Apart from academic significance, the debate events we host also serve as networking platforms, fostering collaborations among students from different schools, providing a break from their stressful school life. By expanding access to debate education, we are empowering students to become confident, articulate, and critical thinkers.
Amount Granted
US$800
School
The International School of Macau
Student Name(s)
Coco Huang
Project
TIS is working to establish a rooftop garden while minimizing plastic use. Students will handcraft all structures, such as plant boxes, as part of learning carpentry skills. Volunteer student groups will maintain the garden, allowing elementary classes to connect it to their curriculum themes of responsible consumption, production, and sustainable cities.
Amount Granted
US$1,000
School
British School of Beijing, Shunyi
Student Name(s)
Kaki Li
Project
The Crescendo is a student led initiative pivoted in the British School of Beijing, Shunyi. Our mission is to raise awareness of this often neglected or less prioritized issue - the lack of opportunity for musical education and the mental well-being of underprivileged kids. Music is what plays a vital role in the early-stage psychological development of children, influencing various aspects of their cognitive, emotional, and social
Amount Granted
US$1,000
School
Concordia International School Shanghai
Student Name(s)
Austin Tang
Project
Envision Education is an initiative launched to bridge the digital divide, increase digital literacy, and bring knowledge access to remote locations. Each year, Envision aspires to enable students to gain access to global resources and enhance their opportunities in the form of building digital computer labs in remote-location schools. Envision's first step is to provide laptops and iPads to schools and students, connecting them with global knowledge. With this digitalization movement, students in remote locations can obtain a global mindset, increase exposure to real-world skills, and learn how to apply them.
Amount Granted
US$1,200
School
Nanjing International School
Student Name(s)
Seonghyun Hwangbo
Project
The Cycle Savers is a student-led initiative where we focus on starting a small business dedicated to repairing, cleaning, buying, and selling bikes. We welcome donations of old or broken bikes, which we then restore using necessary parts, making them ready for resale. Our long-term goal is to donate a portion of our profits to the Pfrang Association at the end of every semester once we achieve financial stability. Beyond running a business, we aim to make bike riding more accessible while promoting sustainability and community impact through.
Amount Granted
US$700
School
International School of Beijing
Student Name(s)
Emma Wu, Jasmine Gao, Ada Zhang, Wiliam Pan
Project
The Government Affairs Student Ambassador (GA Student Ambassadors) is a student club at SIB striving to bridge the international and local communities in Beijing. GA Student Ambassadors forward this goal through hosting bilingual campus tours for visiting government officials, organizations, and international staff, as well as supporting the school's community members through organizing events like open houses or university fairs. GA Student Ambassadors have taken upon themselves the initiative of allowing capable students to experience international culture while paying homage to their host country, hosting student panels and leadership talks with SBI alumni and esteemed experts.
Amount Granted
US$1,000