Mark your calendar with the new anticipated deadlines, which have shifted to October 2026 and March 2027. Additionally, securing this Vision Grant is now a strict prerequisite if you plan to apply for the $3.5M Transformative Research Grant program.
Funder: Spencer Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Full application, Fall cycle) | March 2027 (Full application, Spring cycle)
Funding Amounts: Up to $75,000 total for 6–12 months; no indirect costs allowed.
Summary: Supports collaborative planning of innovative, interdisciplinary research projects aimed at transforming education systems for equity.
Key Information: Vision Grant is a prerequisite for applying to the $3.5M Transformative Research Grant program.