AAG Research Grants
AAG Research Grants from the American Association of Geographers fund innovative geographic research and fieldwork, supporting direct research expenses for impactful projects in the discipline.
Funder: American Association of Geographers
Due Dates: November 15, 2026 (Full application deadline for AAG Research Grants)
Funding Amounts: Up to $500 per award; supports direct research expenses only.
Summary: Small grants to support research and fieldwork in geography for AAG members.
Key Information: Not available for dissertation or thesis research; applicants must be AAG members for at least two years.
Description
The American Association of Geographers (AAG) Research Grants program provides small grants to support direct research and fieldwork expenses in the field of geography. These grants are intended to help researchers advance significant projects, especially those likely to attract further funding from foundations or federal agencies, and that address major questions within the discipline. The program is supported by the AAG and several dedicated research funds, and recipients are expected to acknowledge AAG support in all resulting presentations or publications.
