The Denise L. Gold Project Grants fund ASOR-affiliated Mediterranean archaeological projects for equipment, research, and analysis, supporting both new and ongoing scientific investigations.
Funder: American Society of Overseas Research
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (projected)
Funding Amounts: One award of $2,500 per year; funds support direct project expenses only.
Summary: Annual grant supporting ASOR-affiliated archaeological projects in the Mediterranean for equipment, research, and project components.
Key Information: Only ASOR-affiliated projects in Cyprus, Egypt, Israel/Palestine, Jordan, Lebanon, or Turkey are eligible.
The Denise L. Gold Project Grants are intended to support ASOR-affiliated archaeological projects, with a focus on emerging and smaller field projects or specific components of larger initiatives in the Mediterranean region. Established in 2017, this annual grant honors Denise L. Gold’s legacy in Mediterranean archaeology. Funds may be used for essential equipment, discrete research tasks, or off-season analysis, contributing to the advancement and success of affiliated projects. The program is particularly geared toward projects that have not recently received other ASOR project grants and prioritizes direct research needs.