H. and T. King Grant for Archaeology of the Ancient Americas
The H. and T. King Grant for Archaeology of the Ancient Americas funds innovative archaeological research on indigenous cultures in Latin America through the Society for American Archaeology.
Funder: Society for American Archaeology
Due Dates: November 13, 2026 (Full application submission deadline, 11:59 a.m. Eastern Time)
Funding Amounts: Up to $25,000 per award; typical awards range from $15,000–$20,000; one-year project period.
Summary: Supports archaeological research in Latin America (excluding the US) to advance knowledge of indigenous cultures in Mesoamerica, Central and South America, and the Caribbean.
Key Information: Proposals must be submitted via the SAA portal; student-led or thesis/dissertation projects are not eligible.
Description
This grant, administered by the Society for American Archaeology (SAA), funds archaeological research projects throughout Latin America (excluding the United States) that have the potential to significantly enrich our understanding of indigenous cultures in Mesoamerica, Central and South America, and the Caribbean. The program supports a wide range of research activities, including fieldwork, analysis of collections, laboratory studies, and advanced technology-based projects. The goal is to foster innovative scholarship and transformative discoveries about the ancient Americas.
