Grant for Researchers - Louisville Institute
The Louisville Institute Grant for Researchers funds scholarly projects that explore and connect North American Christianity with academic research and church life.
Funder: Louisville Institute
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026: Full application submission deadline (projected) | September 2026: Letters of recommendation due from recommenders (projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $55,000 per grant; project period typically April 2027–December 2028; approximately 25 grants awarded annually.
Summary: Supports scholarly research on North American Christianity and related fields, funding projects that bridge academic work and the life of the church.
Description
The Louisville Institute Grant for Researchers (GFR) provides up to $55,000 to support academic and scholarly research in North American Christianity and related areas, including Christian faith and life, ministry practice, religious trends, faith-based institutions, and religion and social issues. The program is designed to encourage projects that bridge scholarship and the life of the church, offering flexible funding for sabbaticals, research leaves, and costs associated with research projects. Applicants may apply individually or as teams (up to three people), and the grant supports a wide range of disciplines and project types relevant to the North American church and academy.
