Engaged Research Grant
Supports collaborative anthropology research with marginalized communities, emphasizing ethical, community-driven projects that advance both anthropology and community well-being.
Funder: Wenner-Gren Foundation
Due Dates: August 1, 2026 (Full application submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $25,000 per project; nonrenewable; flexible duration and phased research allowed.
Summary: Supports collaborative anthropology research partnerships with marginalized communities to foster innovation, ethical engagement, and meaningful contributions to the field.
Key Information: Application must include evidence of community commitment; no institutional overhead allowed.
Description
This grant supports longstanding, equitable research partnerships in anthropology that empower individuals and communities who have historically been the subjects of research. The program encourages projects that are collaboratively developed with community members, from the formulation of research questions through data gathering, analysis, and public mobilization. The goal is to generate transformative findings that benefit both the field of anthropology and the communities involved, prioritizing ethical relationships and meaningful engagement.
