Guidelines for proposals
The Jacobs Research Funds' Guidelines for proposals grant supports fieldwork-based research on aboriginal languages and cultures of the Americas, prioritizing endangered languages and cultural documentation.
Funder: Jacobs Research Funds
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (annual proposal submission deadline; all materials due, including two letters of recommendation)
Funding Amounts: Individual grants up to $3,000 | Group grants up to $6,000 | Kinkade grants up to $9,000 (USD or CAD equivalents); most projects funded for one year
Summary: Supports research on aboriginal languages and cultures of the Americas, prioritizing new data collection and endangered languages/cultures.
Description
The Jacobs Research Funds (JRF) provide annual grants to support research focused on the aboriginal languages and cultures of the Americas. The program emphasizes projects involving fieldwork with living indigenous communities, with priority given to research on endangered languages and cultures, particularly in the Pacific Northwest region. The JRF supports work in linguistics, anthropology, folklore, and related fields, excluding archaeology, applied linguistics, and projects focused on non-aboriginal or post-Columbian peoples. Grants are available at three funding levels—Individual, Group, and Kinkade—depending on the project's scope and team structure. The program is designed to foster the documentation, preservation, and understanding of indigenous knowledge and traditions.
