The Herb Levi Memorial Fund for Arachnological Research supports early-stage arachnology projects by non-student researchers through seed funding from the American Arachnological Society.
Funder: American Arachnological Society
Due Dates: February 15, 2027 (annual deadline) | February 15, 2026 | February 15, 2025
Funding Amounts: Up to $2,000 per award; seed funding for fieldwork and preliminary research.
Summary: Supports non-student arachnologists with limited institutional backing by providing seed money for fieldwork and preliminary research.
The Herb Levi Memorial Fund for Arachnological Research, administered by the American Arachnological Society (AAS), provides annual seed grants to non-student members—including postdoctoral researchers—who have little or no institutional support. The fund is intended to help recipients conduct fieldwork and gather preliminary data, laying the foundation for future, larger research proposals in any area of arachnology. Priority is given to applicants who plan to use the funding to enhance their research programs, purchase critical equipment, or conduct outreach activities.