The Hinrich Research Grant supports researchers and research organizations producing studies, white papers, and articles on global trade issues to deepen understanding, inform policy, and broaden discussion.
Funder: Hinrich Foundation
Due Dates: October 31, 2026 (submission) | May 31, 2027 (annual submission)
Funding Amounts: Negotiable; full or partial support, typically paid on completion
Summary: Supports research that deepens understanding of global trade issues and informs policy development.
Key Information: Research products are subject to editorial review, and publication is at the Foundation’s discretion.
The Hinrich Foundation’s international trade research program supports researchers and research organizations working on global trade issues and policy development. Its themes include trade governance, geopolitics, foreign direct investment, supply chain resilience and security, digital trade, environmental sustainability, workforce and education, industrial competitiveness, natural resources, and trade logistics and services.
Proposals may cover a new research project or an overview of existing work, including work published elsewhere. Research products generally take the form of white papers or shorter articles; a project may also include articles reporting interim findings. The Foundation aims to bring research on major trade-related themes into broader discussion.