Scholarships at SSP

A key part of SSP’s mission has always been to make our programs accessible to anyone who wants to take part. We are committed to ensuring the inclusion of all people and reducing financial barriers. One way we live this out is through our scholarship fund for participants!

Each year, SSP awards about $30,000 in scholarships to participants who express financial need; about a quarter of SSP’s volunteers. We hope to continue providing substantial scholarships for youth with financial need to participate in our programs.

“Sierra Service Project was a great experience because I met a lot of teens from different places, helped others, and had fun. [Participating in] SSP on a scholarship made it more affordable for my family. Thank you very much; it made a big difference in my life.”

Gifts from generous donors support our scholarship program. Thank you SSP donors for making the life-changing experience of immersive service-learning accessible to all.

Want to Support SSP’s Scholarship Program?

Our scholarship program relies on the generosity of supporters who believe in the value of the SSP experience. To continue making this experience accessible to youth from all backgrounds, consider sponsoring a volunteer!

How to Apply:

Applications will open December 1.

The priority deadline is January 15. Submit your application before this date to be part of our first round of scholarship awards. After the first round of funding is distributed, scholarship applications are accepted on a rolling basis, and we will offer awards as funds are available.

If you represent a volunteer group, complete the Group Scholarship Application to explain your group’s needs. Anyone signed up as an individual volunteer (not connected to a group) is also invited to apply, using the Individual Scholarship Application.

Contact the SSP office with any questions!

(For liaisons to complete on behalf of a registered group)

(For participants registered as individuals, not as part of a group)

Outside Support to Attend SSP:

• Any volunteer group from Central Valley District churches in the California-Nevada United Methodist Conference can apply for financial support to participate in SSP. Qualifying groups can find the application on the Central Valley District website. This award is separate from SSP participant fees, but can support the cost of travel to and from site.