Mattson Summer Experience Fund

Develop an innovative social justice project
and you could receive a $2,500 grant!

Established in honor of Rev. Karl J. Mattson, founding director of the Center for Public Service, the Mattson Fund seeks to support innovative social justice projects developed by Gettysburg College students.

To be eligible:

• Applicants should be a current undergraduate student (or group of students) at Gettysburg College.

• All projects MUST be completed during the summer of 2012.

• Graduating seniors ARE eligible if they plan to complete their projects during the summer of 2012.

• It is up to interested students to define what an "social justice project" might be. We hope to encourage creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Projects may be undertaken anywhere and as grassroots as desired, including in the U.S.

• Mattson funding will be limited to $2,500, but projects can apply for and receive funding from other organizations in addition to their Mattson funding.

To apply:

• A student (or group of Gettysburg College students) must prepare a written statement that describes the project (who, what, where, how), including expected outcomes and prospects for future impact (not to exceed two pages) as well as a budget (one separate page).

• Proposals should include pre-approval of all parties and organizations involved in the project.

• The two-page proposal and one-page budget should be submitted via email to thoff@gettysburg.edu by January 16, 2012 at 4pm.

• All communication about applications and proposed projects should be directed to Gretchen Natter (gnatter@gettysburg.edu).