Herman Frasch Foundation Grants
The Herman Frasch Foundation Grants fund innovative agricultural chemistry research that advances science and delivers practical benefits to U.S. agriculture.
Funder: Herman Frasch Foundation
Due Dates: October 1, 2026 (application opens) | November 5, 2026 (application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $50,000 per year for 5 years (maximum $250,000 total); typically 8 awards per cycle
Summary: Supports innovative research in agricultural chemistry that delivers practical benefits to U.S. agriculture and advances scientific knowledge.
Key Information: For tenured/tenure-track faculty within 7 years of first academic appointment at U.S. nonprofit institutions.
Description
The Herman Frasch Foundation Grants, administered by Bank of America, N.A. as Trustee and advised by the American Chemical Society, fund research in agricultural chemistry at U.S. nonprofit academic institutions. The program targets projects that are primarily chemical or biochemical in nature, with a clear focus on delivering practical benefits to agricultural development in the United States. Emphasis is placed on advancing scientific knowledge and providing training opportunities for students at the graduate, undergraduate, and/or postdoctoral levels. Recipients are expected to disseminate research results through publications and professional presentations, acknowledging the Foundation's support.
