Jacobs Research Funds Grants for Studying Aboriginal Languages and Cultures of the Americas
The Jacobs Research Funds grant supports field-based research documenting and preserving indigenous languages and cultures of the Americas, with a focus on new data from endangered communities.
Funder: Jacobs Research Funds
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027: Full proposal submission deadline | February 2027: Letters of recommendation and all supporting materials due
Funding Amounts: Individual: up to $3,000 | Group: up to $6,000 | Kinkade: up to $9,000 (USD or CAD equivalent); project duration typically one year or less
Summary: Supports research on aboriginal languages and cultures of the Americas, covering fieldwork expenses such as travel, assistants, and equipment.
Description
The Jacobs Research Funds (JRF) provides annual grants to support anthropological and linguistic research on the aboriginal peoples of North and South America. Funding is intended for projects that advance the documentation, preservation, and understanding of indigenous languages and cultures, with a particular emphasis on fieldwork involving living communities. Eligible expenses include payments to consultants and research assistants, travel, accommodation, and necessary equipment for fieldwork. The program prioritizes projects producing new data, especially on endangered languages and cultures, and gives special consideration to research focused on the Pacific Northwest region. Three funding tiers are available: Individual, Group, and Kinkade grants.
