Concrete Research Council Research Grants
The Concrete Research Council Research Grants from the American Concrete Institute Foundation fund innovative research to advance concrete materials, structures, and sustainability.
Funder: American Concrete Institute Foundation
Due Dates: November 30, 2026 (annual review) | Rolling (project ideas accepted year-round)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards: $50,000–$100,000 per project; indirect costs capped at 15%.
Summary: Funds research and innovation projects advancing concrete materials, structures, and construction sustainability.
Key Information: Only one funded project per PI at a time; no support for proprietary end products.
Description
The Concrete Research Council Research Grants, administered by the American Concrete Institute Foundation, support innovative research projects that advance the knowledge, technology, and sustainability of concrete materials, structures, and construction practices. The program is designed to address critical industry challenges, foster collaboration with ACI Technical Committees, and encourage both targeted and exploratory research that can lead to impactful solutions and new technologies within the concrete sector.
