Public Scholarship Support
The Institute for Humane Studies' Public Scholarship Support grant funds projects that bring academic research to the public through writing, podcasts, and other accessible platforms.
Funder: Institute for Humane Studies
Due Dates: November 5, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $20,000 per project; larger awards considered for exceptional proposals.
Summary: Supports faculty and graduate students in sharing scholarly research with the public through articles, books, podcasts, or public-facing platforms.
Key Information: No institutional overhead or indirect costs allowed.
Description
This grant supports faculty and graduate students who wish to make their academic research accessible to a broader public audience, particularly work rooted in the liberal intellectual tradition. Eligible projects include the creation or dissemination of high-quality content such as articles, blog posts, trade books, podcasts, and public-facing platforms (e.g., Substack, podcasts, media appearances, or organizing events). The goal is to foster greater engagement between scholarly work and public discourse on contemporary issues.
