Concrete Research Council Research Grants
The Concrete Research Council Research Grants by the American Concrete Institute Foundation fund research to advance concrete materials, construction, and structural innovation and sustainability.
Funder: American Concrete Institute Foundation
Due Dates: November 30, 2026 (annual cycle; project ideas accepted year-round)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards range from $50,000–$100,000 per project (plus up to 15% indirect costs); both small and large multi-year projects considered.
Summary: Supports research advancing the knowledge, sustainability, and innovation of concrete materials, construction, and structures.
Key Information: Only one funded project per PI at a time; indirect costs capped at 15%.
Description
The American Concrete Institute Foundation's Concrete Research Council Research Grants support innovative research projects that address the knowledge, sustainability, and advancement of concrete materials, construction, and structures. The program encourages the submission of project ideas, research needs, and problem statements from both the ACI community and the global concrete industry. Funding is available for a range of initiatives, from small, targeted studies to large, multi-year collaborative research projects. The program aims to identify and address critical industry needs, foster innovation, and promote solutions that benefit the concrete sector as a whole.
