Institutional Project Support (IPS) – Small Grant Program
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The Institutional Project Support (IPS) – Small Grant Program from Japan Foundation New York funds U.S. institutions to enhance and sustain Japanese Studies research and programming.
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Funder: Japan Foundation New York
Due Dates: October 31, 2026 (Concept Paper) | December 1, 2026 (Full Proposal/Application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $25,000 for a grant period of up to one year; institutional awards only.
Summary: Supports U.S. institutions in maintaining, strengthening, or innovating Japanese Studies infrastructure and programming.
Description
The Institutional Project Support (IPS) – Small Grant Program, administered by Japan Foundation New York, is designed to assist U.S.-based institutions in sustaining and enhancing their Japanese Studies infrastructure. The program targets institutions struggling to maintain their current Japanese Studies resources, as well as small or newer institutions aiming to build or expand such programs. It also encourages innovative initiatives that promote Japanese Studies, helping to ensure the continued vitality of the field within American academia.
