Charles Hiroshi Garrett Fellowship for Research on Music and Racial/Social Justice
This fellowship funds research on the role of music in advancing racial and social justice within the context of American music.
Funder: Society for American Music
Due Dates: October 15, 2026
Funding Amounts: $5,000 (single fellowship award)
Summary: Supports scholarly research on music and racial/social justice in the context of American music.
Key Information: Applicants must be Society for American Music (SAM) members.
Description
This fellowship, administered by the Society for American Music (SAM), supports research projects that explore the intersections of music and social justice, with a particular emphasis on racial and social justice issues within American music. The program aims to foster scholarship that highlights the role of music in advocating for equity, inclusion, and social change in the United States. The fellowship is open to scholars at any career stage, provided they are SAM members, and encourages innovative approaches to understanding how music interacts with broader social justice concerns.
