The Klingenstein Third Generation Foundation Fellowship Program funds early-career researchers investigating ADHD and depression in youth, with a focus on underserved populations.
Funder: Klingenstein Philanthropies
Due Dates: November 20, 2026 (Fellowship application due)
Funding Amounts: $100,000 total over two years ($50,000/year); up to 10% indirect costs allowed
Summary: Two-year fellowship for early-career researchers studying ADHD or depression in children/adolescents, especially in underserved populations.
Key Information: Strong institutional and mentorship support required; only one nominee per department per area.
This fellowship supports outstanding postdoctoral researchers or junior faculty investigating the causes, prevention, and treatment of ADHD or depression in children and adolescents, with an emphasis on underserved or minoritized populations. The program aims to advance early-career scientists whose research has direct, tangible benefits for youth and their families, and is designed to set the stage for future federal funding or national recognition. The fellowship emphasizes strong mentorship, institutional commitment, and project feasibility, and actively encourages applicants from underrepresented backgrounds or with relevant lived experience.