RSF Grant Portal: Creating an Account and Application
The Russell Sage Foundation funds rigorous social science research on U.S. poverty, inequality, and related issues to improve living conditions and inform policy.
Funder: Russell Sage Foundation
Due Dates: October 29, 2025 (LOI, Core Grants) | February 18, 2026 (Proposal) | March 11, 2026 (LOI, Core Grants) | June 18, 2026 (Proposal) | June 25, 2026 (Fellowships) | July 15, 2026 (LOI, Core Grants) | October 21, 2026 (Pipeline Grants) | October 26, 2026 (Proposal) | October 28, 2026 (LOI, Core Grants) | February 22, 2027 (Proposal) | May 4, 2027 (Visiting Researchers)
Funding Amounts: Core Research Grants: up to $200,000 (typical range: $35,000–$200,000) over up to 2 years; Fellowships/Visiting Scholar awards provide salary support and research expenses for 9–10 months in residence.
Summary: Supports rigorous social science research to improve social and living conditions in the United States, with multiple grant types and deadlines for core research, fellowships, and early-career support.
Key Information: All applications require a Letter of Inquiry (LOI); only invited applicants may submit full proposals.
Description
The Russell Sage Foundation (RSF) funds innovative social science research aimed at improving social and living conditions in the United States. RSF offers several funding streams, including Core Research Grants, special initiatives, fellowships, visiting scholar programs, and early-career awards. The foundation prioritizes projects that address issues such as poverty, inequality, economic mobility, and other pressing social challenges. All applicants must submit an initial Letter of Inquiry (LOI); only those invited may submit full proposals. RSF emphasizes rigorous research design and encourages projects that have potential for significant scholarly and societal impact.
