Funders

A Message to Our Funders

Thank you for supporting the Observing Civic Engagement (OCE) Lab. Your support goes beyond funding; it helps strengthen democracy and gives more people a voice in public life.

Your support makes it possible for us to:

  • Carry out strong field research that helps inform the public, guide policy decisions, and support community advocacy.
  • Train future civic scholars and leaders through hands-on, community-based research experiences.
  • Form strong partnerships with local organizations and residents so our findings lead to real change, not just reports.

With your help, our team can better understand how people interact with government, spot barriers to participation, and create practical, evidence-based ways to make democracy more inclusive.

We appreciate your trust in our work and look forward to sharing new findings with you as we continue to grow this partnership in the months and years ahead.

With gratitude,
The Observing Civic Engagement Lab Team

Meet the Lab's Funders

Trust for Civic Life

Supports community-based initiatives, long-term fieldwork, and research that strengthens democratic participation and civic trust.

Lilly Family School of Philanthropy

Supports scholarship and training focused on civic participation, philanthropy, and community partnerships.

Spencer Foundation

Funds research that deepens understanding of education, civic learning, and democratic participation.

Social Sciences Research Funding Program

Supports interdisciplinary social science research on civic behavior and engagement.

Indiana University

Provides institutional support and infrastructure for the Observing Civic Engagement Lab.

AmeriCorps

Supports service-driven community initiatives and civic engagement projects aligned with the Lab’s work.