Membership Support Grants
The Membership Support Grants from the American Academy of Religion help scholars in religious studies regain AAR membership and research benefits after financial hardship.
Funder: American Academy of Religion
Due Dates: Rolling (applications accepted as long as funds are available)
Funding Amounts: Covers one year of AAR membership dues; awarded once per member.
Summary: Supports lapsed or new members facing financial hardship to regain AAR membership benefits.
Key Information: Grants are first-come, first-served and non-transferable; only one award per individual.
Description
The Membership Support Grants from the American Academy of Religion (AAR) are designed to assist individuals who have lost access to AAR membership benefits due to financial hardship or adverse circumstances. Funded by donations from current members, these grants help eligible scholars regain access to resources such as discounted Annual Meeting registration, global networking, and platforms to promote their scholarly work. The program demonstrates AAR’s commitment to supporting its academic community through periods of economic challenge.
