Venetian Research Program for Individual Scholars
Travel grants for scholars in the humanities and social sciences to research historical or contemporary aspects of Venice and its former empire, supporting work conducted primarily in Venice or related locations.
Funder: The Gladys Krieble Delmas Foundation
Due Dates: April 1, 2026 (British & Commonwealth) | December 15, 2026 (U.S.)
Funding Amounts: U.S.: up to $20,000 (rarely awarded in full); British & Commonwealth: up to £5,000 (rarely awarded in full); actual amounts often less, based on project needs.
Summary: Travel grants for individual scholars conducting research on Venice, its former empire, or contemporary Venetian society and culture in the humanities or social sciences.
Description
The Venetian Research Program for Individual Scholars provides travel grants to support historical research on Venice and the former Venetian empire, as well as the study of contemporary Venetian society and culture. The program is open to scholars from all disciplines in the humanities and social sciences, including but not limited to archaeology, architecture, art, economics, history, law, literature, music, political science, religion, and theater. Grants are intended to support travel and research expenses, primarily for work conducted in Venice and relevant locations. The program operates two parallel tracks: one for U.S. citizens/permanent residents and one for citizens/permanent residents of the British Isles and Commonwealth.
