Discretionary Grants
AHRF Discretionary Grants fund outstanding research advancing scientific knowledge of hearing and balance disorders of the inner ear.
Funder: American Hearing Research Foundation
Due Dates: August 15, 2025 (5:00 p.m. Central Time)
Funding Amounts: $65,000–$75,000 (one-year, paid in lump sum; 1–2 awarded per year)
Summary: Selectively funds outstanding research projects on hearing and balance disorders of the inner ear showing exceptional scientific promise.
Key Information: Awarded at AHRF's discretion; eligibility and application requirements match AHRF Discovery Grants.
Description
The American Hearing Research Foundation (AHRF) Discretionary Grants program provides selective, high-impact funding to one or two research projects annually that demonstrate exceptional promise in advancing scientific knowledge of hearing and balance disorders related to the inner ear. These discretionary awards include the $75,000 Birtman Grant and the $65,000 Richard G. Muench Chairman’s Grant. Recipients are invited to revise their aims and budget to align with the additional funds provided. The program supports both basic and clinical research that aligns with AHRF’s mission to improve hearing health.
