[Wenner-Gren Foundation](https://wennergren.org)

August 1, 2026 (apply by August 1 for projects starting no earlier than April 1, 2027)

Up to $25,000 per project; nonrenewable; no set project duration.

Supports collaborative anthropological research partnerships that empower marginalized communities as active research partners.

--- ## Description The Engaged Research Grant is designed to support longstanding, collaborative research partnerships in anthropology that prioritize meaningful engagement with individuals and communities who have historically been the subjects of research. The program’s goal is to empower those impacted by marginalization, foster alliances that expand anthropological knowledge, address inequality, and contribute to community flourishing. Projects must involve community members as active participants in defining research questions, data gathering, skill sharing, and dissemination of findings. The grant encourages ethical, transformative collaborations that produce significant benefits for both research participants and the broader field of anthropology. --- ## Due Dates - August 1, 2026: Application deadline (for projects starting no earlier than April 1, 2027) Applications must be submitted via the online portal by midnight Eastern Time (UTC-04:00) on the day of the deadline. --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award: $25,000 per project - Grants are nonrenewable - No set duration; funding can support research phases (e.g., multiple fieldwork periods) - Institutional overhead is not covered --- ## Eligibility - Open to individuals of all nationalities - Applicants must have a doctorate in anthropology or a related field, or be currently enrolled in a doctoral program (or equivalent outside the U.S.) - Teams must include both academic researchers and individuals with lived experience in the place/community where research is conducted - Evidence of commitment from community stakeholders (e.g., letter of support, meeting minutes, or research permit) is required and must reflect local norms - Applicants may not apply for a Dissertation Fieldwork Grant or Post-PhD Research Grant in the same calendar year - Most grantees must complete existing awards and submit final reports before applying for a new award (exceptions for some programs; contact the foundation for details) - Resubmissions are allowed and must include a statement addressing previous reviewer comments --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted online in English - The application portal opens 2 months before the deadline - Required materials: - General information about applicant, partners, and academic mentor (if applicable) - Lay abstract - Responses to six project description questions (collaboration, research design, methodology, etc.) - Detailed budget (only for items requested from Wenner-Gren) - CVs for applicant and academic collaborators - Documentary evidence of community commitment (with English translation if needed) - Bibliography of cited works - List of required permits/approvals (do not submit permits at application stage) - Disclosure of any use of Generative AI in the application - Letters of reference or additional materials (e.g., transcripts, manuscripts) are not accepted - Review process: Single panel review; notification typically within 2–6 months after the deadline --- ## Additional Information - Projects must comply with all U.S. laws, including OFAC regulations regarding sanctioned countries/regions (special documentation may be required before funds are released for research in certain countries) - Grants do not cover salaries, institutional overhead, or expenses incurred before the grant period - All research must be conducted ethically, with appropriate permits and community permissions - Final reporting requirements include a summary, partner evaluation, and financial accounting --- ## External Links - [Engaged Research Grant Program Page](https://wennergren.org/program/engaged-research-grant/) - [Application Guide](https://wennergren.org/application-guide/engaged-research-grant/) - [OFAC Guidelines for International Research](https://wennergren.org/ofac-guidelines/) - [U.S. Tax Issues & Reporting Requirements](https://wennergren.org/united-states-tax-issues-and-the-wenner-gren-foundations-tax-reporting-requirements/) - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://wennergren.org/frequently-asked-questions/) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact Name/Email | |---------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------| | General inquiries | [inquiries@wennergren.org](mailto:inquiries@wennergren.org) | | Application/process questions | [applications@wennergren.org](mailto:applications@wennergren.org) | | Program administrator (Engaged Research) | Judy Kreid – [jkreid@wennergren.org](mailto:jkreid@wennergren.org) | | Phone | (+1) 212.683.5000 | | Mailing address | 655 Third Avenue, 23rd Floor, New York, NY 10017 USA |

Engaged Research Grant

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