[Morris Animal Foundation](https://www.morrisanimalfoundation.org)

August 6, 2025 (Full proposal deadline)

Up to $145,000 total for up to 24 months; minimum $25,000/year salary for fellow

Supports early-career researchers conducting impactful, humane studies to improve the health and welfare of domesticated equids in a strong mentoring environment.

Applicants must devote at least 75% time to research; only one application as PI per cycle.

--- ## Description This fellowship program funds hypothesis-driven, humane research projects that advance the health and welfare of domesticated horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules. Designed for early-career investigators, it provides salary support and professional development within a quality mentoring environment. Projects must address significant equid health issues, use scientifically sound methods, and demonstrate a clear commitment to animal welfare and ethical standards. The program encourages inclusivity, ethical international collaboration, and research with broad impact for both scientific and non-scientific stakeholders. --- ## Due Dates - Full proposal deadline: August 6, 2025 (by 4:59 PM Eastern Time) - Notification of funding status: Approximately mid-November 2025 --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award: $145,000 total for up to 24 months - Minimum salary request: $25,000/year (including fringe benefits) for the fellow - Equipment purchases: up to $5,000 - Travel to scientific meetings: up to $2,000 (must be well-justified) - Indirect costs: up to 8% of total direct costs (if charged by institution) - Tuition is not supported --- ## Eligibility - Open to early-career researchers: - Must hold a veterinary degree (e.g., DVM) or PhD, or - Be enrolled in a PhD program and have completed at least two years by project start - PhD holders must have earned their degree within four years of the application date - Awardees must devote at least 75% of their time to the research project - Not eligible: Clinical residents or those with >25% clinical service requirements; applicants in permanent salaried positions; applicants who have held a PhD for more than 4 years - Only one application as Principal Investigator (PI) per cycle - International applicants and collaborations are welcome, but international projects must include a named PI, Co-I, or Mentor in the country where research will occur - Projects must comply with U.S. legal regulations; no funding for work involving Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Syria, or Crimea region of Ukraine --- ## Application Process - Review the [full proposal guidelines (PDF)](https://www.morrisanimalfoundation.org/sites/default/files/filesync/FY26_Equid_FT_Proposal-Guidelines.pdf) - Submit applications through the [AIBS portal](https://morrisanimalfoundation.aibs-scores.org/) - Application consists of six sections: Title, Questions (technical and lay summaries), People, Attachments (using required template), Approval, and Finalize - Attachments include the project proposal (5-page limit), animal health impact statement, sample size calculation, animal involvement justification, budget (Excel template), budget justification, training plan, biographical data, letters of support, salary verification, and transcripts - Institutional approval is required before final submission - Proposals undergo a two-stage scientific review, followed by animal welfare review before contracting --- ## Additional Information - Projects must not involve euthanasia of animals for research purposes - Strong emphasis on ethical, impactful research with clear benefit to equid health and welfare - For projects involving client-owned animals, use the [client consent form guidelines](https://www.morrisanimalfoundation.org/sites/default/files/filesync/Informed-Client-Consent-Form-Guidelines.pdf) - Resubmissions are permitted if within the scope of the RFP and must address previous reviewer feedback - For more details on eligibility, review, and contracting, see the [FAQs](https://www.morrisanimalfoundation.org/grants-scientific-programs-faqs) --- ## External Links - [Funder homepage](https://www.morrisanimalfoundation.org) - [Grant program page & deadlines](https://www.morrisanimalfoundation.org/apply) - [Full proposal guidelines PDF](https://www.morrisanimalfoundation.org/sites/default/files/filesync/FY26_Equid_FT_Proposal-Guidelines.pdf) - [AIBS application portal](https://morrisanimalfoundation.aibs-scores.org/) - [FAQs](https://www.morrisanimalfoundation.org/grants-scientific-programs-faqs) - [Grant Writing Resources & Tips](https://www.morrisanimalfoundation.org/sites/default/files/filesync/Grant-Writing-Resources-and-Tips.pdf) - [Health Study Policy](https://www.morrisanimalfoundation.org/sites/default/files/filesync/Health-Study-Policy.pdf) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------| | General inquiries | [info@morrisanimalfoundation.org](mailto:info@morrisanimalfoundation.org) | | Application questions | [grantapplications@morrisanimalfoundation.org](mailto:grantapplications@morrisanimalfoundation.org) | | Technical support (AIBS portal) | morrisanimalfoundation@aibs.org | | Phone | +1 800-243-2345 | | Contact form | [Contact Us](https://www.morrisanimalfoundation.org/contact-us) | ---

Equid Health Fellowship Training - Morris Animal Foundation

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