Program in Support of Archaeological Field Research in the Development of Early Civilizations
Program in Support of Archaeological Field Research in the Development of Early Civilizations supports archaeologists' fieldwork in Andean South America and the Mediterranean to explore civilization's origins.
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Funder: Curtiss T. & Mary G. Brennan Foundation
Due Dates: April 15, 2027 (Application) | October 15, 2027 (Application)
Funding Amounts: Up to US$5,000 per project
Summary: Supports archaeological field research into the origins and development of early civilizations in Andean South America and the Mediterranean world.
Key Information: Applications must come through a qualifying nonprofit sponsoring institution, with a principal investigator holding a Ph.D. or equivalent.
Description
The Curtiss T. & Mary G. Brennan Foundation supports archaeological field research that advances understanding of the origins and subsequent development of early cultural complexity and civilization. Active field archaeology, particularly excavation, is the central priority. The program focuses on Andean South America and early Mediterranean civilizations, supporting independent projects, initial research establishing a project's significance and feasibility, and ancillary portions of ongoing projects important to understanding the whole.
The foundation treats its awards as seed money to help significant projects begin or substantially expand, reaching a stage where larger, traditional funding sources can be approached. Selection emphasizes research significance, the potential to attract further support, rescue of threatened archaeological resources, and cooperation with national archaeological institutions.
