Free Society Grants
Supports faculty-led undergraduate programs in the liberal tradition that emphasize mentorship, structured reading, and deep intellectual engagement on political, economic, and civic topics.
Funder: Institute for Humane Studies
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Award size based on project scope and need; grants typically awarded per cycle and may be renewed in future cycles.
Summary: Supports faculty-led undergraduate programming in the liberal tradition, emphasizing mentorship, structured reading, and deep intellectual engagement.
Key Information: Public lectures may comprise no more than 20% of grant activities; institutional overhead/indirect costs are not eligible.
Description
This opportunity funds faculty who wish to develop or expand undergraduate programming rooted in the liberal tradition, with a focus on sustained intellectual engagement. Supported activities include mentorship programs, structured reading groups, discussion series, student research workshops, symposia, and other innovative formats that encourage deep student involvement with political, economic, and civic questions. The program aims for intellectual formation, not just exposure to ideas. Public lectures are allowed only as a minor component (up to 20% of activities), with priority given to projects that foster meaningful student interaction. Grantees receive access to ScholarsEdge digital tools for program management and engagement.
