Calihan Academic Grants support scholars and students with research and conference presentation travel to deepen understanding of theology and the principles of a free and virtuous society.
Funder: Acton Institute for the Study of Religion and Liberty
Due Dates: Quarterly review (funding permitting)
Funding Amounts: Typically up to US$1,000 in supplemental, nonrenewable support
Summary: Supports research and conference presentation travel that advances understanding of theology and the principles of a free and virtuous society.
Key Information: Applicants must demonstrate strong academic performance, interest in Acton’s themes, and potential to advance them.
The Calihan Academic Grants, administered by the Acton Institute for the Study of Religion and Liberty, provide financial assistance to scholars and students whose academic work shows outstanding potential to deepen understanding of theology and the principles of a free and virtuous society. These principles include human dignity, the rule of law, limited government, religious liberty, freedom in economic life, and the importance of the humanities and culture.
Grants support research or travel to present papers at academic conferences. Relevant fields include theology, philosophy, religion, history, law, politics, economics, and related disciplines. The program provides supplemental support, with preference for work closely connected to the Institute’s mission and intellectual themes.