[Acton Institute for the Study of Religion and Liberty](https://www.acton.org)

Rolling

Typically USD $3,000–$10,000 per award; one-time, non-renewable grants

Supports international scholars and institutions researching the intersection of religion and free markets, emphasizing liberty and religious values.

Applications accepted and reviewed year-round, subject to available funding.

--- ## Description The International Research Grant from the Acton Institute provides financial support to international scholars and institutions, such as think tanks, whose work explores the relationship between religion and free markets. The grant aims to advance the principles of a free and virtuous society, with a focus on individual liberty sustained by religious values. Funded research should promote the moral importance of liberty and religious principles and is expected to result in publication in reputable academic journals or widely read media outlets. The program is supported by the Templeton Religion Trust. --- ## Due Dates - Applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis, with no fixed deadline. --- ## Funding Amount - Typical grant awards range from USD $3,000 to $10,000. - Grants are one-time and non-renewable. - Applicants may re-apply one year after a previous application. --- ## Eligibility - Open to international scholars and institutions (e.g., think tanks) working at the intersection of religion and free markets. - Applicants must demonstrate an interest in and commitment to advancing the themes of the Acton Institute (liberty, religious values, free markets). - Open to all qualified individuals regardless of race, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, citizenship, religious affiliation, or disability. --- ## Application Process - Submit a 1-page proposal outlining: - Research goals - How the grant will be used to accomplish these goals - Expected publications or media resulting from the funded work - Send proposals to [grants-awards@acton.org](mailto:grants-awards@acton.org). - Applications are reviewed by Acton Institute research staff; decisions are final and not subject to appeal. - Awardees must respond to notification within two weeks and adhere to grant conditions. --- ## Additional Information - For smaller requests, especially by individual scholars, consider the [Calihan Academic Grant](https://www.acton.org/calihan-academic-grants). - Faculty in the USA or Canada may consider the [Free Market Mini-Grant](https://www.acton.org/program/mini-grants-free-market-economics-scholarship-teac). --- ## External Links - [International Research Grants Program Page](https://www.acton.org/international-research-grants) - [Acton Institute Academic Grants & Awards Overview](https://www.acton.org/grants-awards) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |-----------------|----------------------------------------------------------------| | Email | [grants-awards@acton.org](mailto:grants-awards@acton.org) | | Phone | (616) 454-3080 | | Contact Form | [Acton Institute Contact Page](https://www.acton.org/contact) |

International Research Grants

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