The Rural Sociological Society's Caregiver Grant helps RSS Annual Meeting presenters with caregiving costs, supporting equitable participation in rural sociological research.
Funder: Rural Sociological Society
Due Dates: April 20, 2027
Funding Amounts: Up to $300 per grant; one-time award to support caregiving costs for RSS Annual Meeting presenters.
Summary: Flexible grants for RSS Annual Meeting presenters to offset caregiving expenses and support conference participation.
Key Information: Applicants must be current RSS members and presenting at the meeting.
The Rural Sociological Society (RSS), in partnership with its Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) Committee, offers the Caregiver Grant to alleviate caregiving-related barriers for presenters at the RSS Annual Meeting. The grant provides up to $300 in flexible funding to help faculty, graduate students, and early-career professionals manage caregiving responsibilities, supporting their full participation in conference activities. This initiative reflects RSS's commitment to equity and inclusion in professional development.