Advancing the Discipline Grants from the National Communication Association fund impactful projects and events that strengthen and promote the Communication discipline as a whole.
Funder: National Communication Association
Due Dates: October 1, 2022 | September 1, 2023 | September 1, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 (one-time funding per project/event; max 10% indirect costs included)
Summary: Supports projects and events that advance and strengthen the Communication discipline, with broad impact beyond individual departments.
Key Information: Individual research projects are not eligible; applicants must be NCA members.
The Advancing the Discipline Grants, offered by the National Communication Association (NCA), are designed to support projects and events that further the field of Communication as a discipline. These grants emphasize initiatives that align with NCA’s strategic plan and have a broad, positive impact beyond a single department or campus. The program is intended for activities that foster the development, visibility, and cohesion of the Communication discipline, rather than for individual academic research projects.