Jack Shand Research Grants
The Jack Shand Research Grants from the Society for the Scientific Study of Religion fund innovative social scientific research projects focused on religion and its societal impact.
Funder: Society for the Scientific Study of Religion
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical individual awards up to $5,000; special requests for higher amounts considered; annual pool approx. $55,000.
Summary: Supports innovative social scientific research on religion, prioritizing projects with direct research expenses.
Key Information: Applicants must hold a Ph.D. and be SSSR members at the time of application.
Description
The Jack Shand Research Grants, funded by the Society for the Scientific Study of Religion (SSSR), provide support for innovative research in the social scientific study of religion. These grants are designed to enable scholars to pursue impactful projects that advance knowledge in the field, with a particular emphasis on proposals requiring direct research expenses. The program continues SSSR’s commitment to rigorous and meaningful scholarship in religion, awarding funds each year to a diverse range of research topics.
