Expense Support
Supports faculty research expenses for projects advancing scholarship in the classical liberal tradition, with a focus on political, economic, and cultural freedom.
Funder: Institute for Humane Studies
Due Dates: Rolling (apply at least 6 weeks before incurring expenses)
Funding Amounts: $500–$5,000 per award; single expense/project support; typical response in 6 weeks
Summary: Supports targeted research expenses for faculty advancing scholarship in the classical liberal tradition.
Key Information: Applications must be submitted at least 6 weeks prior to the proposed expense date.
Description
This grant provides targeted financial support to faculty at accredited colleges and universities who are conducting research within the classical liberal tradition. The funding is designed to offset specific research-related costs such as conference travel, archival access, data acquisition, research assistance, and manuscript preparation. The program aims to facilitate timely and impactful academic work that advances scholarship on political, economic, intellectual, and cultural freedom. Faculty maintain full independence over their research design, analysis, and publication, with priority given to projects that meaningfully contribute to ongoing academic conversations and align with the Institute for Humane Studies' research priorities.
