Funder: Russell Sage Foundation

Due Dates: October 29, 2025 (LOI) | February 18, 2026 (Full Proposal, by invitation) | March 11, 2026 (LOI) | June 18, 2026 (Full Proposal, by invitation) | July 15, 2026 (LOI) | October 26, 2026 (Full Proposal, by invitation) | October 28, 2026 (LOI) | February 22, 2027 (Full Proposal, by invitation)

Funding Amounts: Trustee Grants up to $200,000 (max 2 years); Presidential Grants up to $50,000–$75,000 for special cases; indirect costs allowed only on grants >$75,000 (max 15%).

Summary: Supports rigorous, well-developed social science research projects aligned with the foundation’s mission and priorities.

Key Information: LOI required; only invited proposals are considered; highly competitive (8–9% funding rate).