AFP Foundation for Philanthropy Research Grants & Initiatives
The AFP Foundation for Philanthropy Research Grants & Initiatives support innovative research advancing the science and practice of fundraising and philanthropy through the Association of Fundraising Professionals.
Funder: Association of Fundraising Professionals
Due Dates: March 1, 2027 (Levis Fundraising Research Grant) | November 28, 2026 (Early Career Emerging Scholar Award) | November 15, 2026 (Skystone Partners Prize for Research)
Funding Amounts: Levis Grant: Up to $50,000 (typical awards ~$10,000, 6–24 months) | Skystone Prize: $5,000 cash award plus travel stipend
Summary: Supports research and initiatives that advance fundraising knowledge, best practices, and philanthropic impact.
Description
The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Foundation for Philanthropy offers several research-focused awards and grants to advance the science and practice of fundraising and philanthropy. These include the Wilson C. "Bill" Levis Fundraising Research Grant for original research, the Early Career Emerging Scholar Award for promising new scholars, and the Skystone Partners Prize for published research works. The foundation aims to foster collaboration between researchers and practitioners, encourage innovative scholarship, and support projects that generate practical insights and improvements for the fundraising profession.
