2026 GCIP Grant Applications Opening Soon
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The ACCG Civic Affairs Foundation annually awards Georgia County Internship Program (GCIP) Grants to fund internship projects in counties across the state. County internship grant opportunities are exclusively available during the summer. The goal of the program is to enable counties to hire talented high school students, college students, and recent graduates for specific projects that will benefit county government and its citizens; give students a chance to learn first-hand about the role of county government; provide practical work experiences students can use in the job market upon graduation; and inspire young people to consider a career in county government. To date, over 550 internships in more than 90 counties have been funded.
Grant invitations will be sent via email to all counties this month. Applications must be submitted through the GCIP portal by October. The Foundation will be hosting two webinars in August to provide additional information about the grant process.
GCIP Webinars
The first-time GCIP Grant Applicant Webinar will be held on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. and is geared toward counties and county departments that have not previously applied for a GCIP Grant through the Foundation. Information will be provided on how to apply, an overview of the types of internships previously funded, and tips for submitting a strong application.
Click here to register.
The 2026 GCIP Grant Webinar for returning applicants will be held on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. and will provide updates on the 2026 grant application process, an overview of outstanding 2025 submissions, and best practices for submitting applications.
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