[Sloan Foundation](https://sloan.org)

Rolling (Letters of Inquiry accepted year-round)

No fixed limits; awards typically range from $50,000 to $250,000+ with project duration and scope varying.

Supports creators producing innovative science, technology, and economics content for YouTube, TikTok, and social media to engage diverse and younger audiences.

Formal proposals are by invitation only; initial contact must be a Letter of Inquiry.

--- ## Description This program supports talented creators who produce fiction and nonfiction content focused on science, technology, and economics for YouTube, TikTok, and other social media platforms. The initiative aims to honor exceptional creators, provide resources to emerging voices—especially from underrepresented groups—and encourage innovative storytelling approaches. The grant seeks to improve the quality and accuracy of science programming online, combat misinformation, and engage new and younger audiences who may not access traditional media. --- ## Due Dates - Letters of Inquiry are accepted on a rolling basis; there is no formal deadline. - Formal proposals are by invitation after review of your Letter of Inquiry. --- ## Funding Amount - There is no set minimum or maximum grant amount. - Awards typically range from $50,000 to $250,000 or more, depending on project scope and needs. - For requests over $50,000, indirect costs are capped at 20% of direct project costs; no indirect costs are permitted for grants of $50,000 or less. --- ## Eligibility - Open to individuals and organizations creating science, technology, or economics content for YouTube, TikTok, or similar platforms. - The program prioritizes support for up-and-coming creators, including women, people of color, and LGBTQ+ individuals. - The Sloan Foundation generally does not fund individuals (except through its Books program), for-profit institutions, K-12 or children’s content, science fiction or fantasy, or study/exam aids. - Projects must not be aimed at children or K-12 students, nor be intended as study/exam aids or science fiction/fantasy. --- ## Application Process 1. **Letter of Inquiry**: - Submit a concise (one-page) letter of inquiry describing your project, estimated budget, duration, and key personnel. - Email your letter to VP and Program Director [Doron Weber](https://sloan.org/about/staff/doron-weber) (with a CC to Program Associate [Shriya Bhindwale](https://sloan.org/about/staff/shriya-bhindwale)). - Telephone inquiries are not accepted. - See [Sloan's guidelines for Letters of Inquiry](https://sloan.org/grants/apply#tab-letters-of-inquiry) for formatting and content. 2. **Proposal Invitation**: - If your letter is of interest, you will be invited to submit a full proposal following the [Sloan Foundation's application guidelines](https://sloan.org/storage/app/media/files/application_documents/Sloan-Grant-Proposal-Guidelines-Non-Research-Projects.pdf). - Proposals must include a cover sheet, narrative, participation & engagement plan, budget, and required appendices. 3. **Review Process**: - Proposals undergo internal and sometimes external expert review. - Feedback and revision requests are common before final funding decisions. --- ## Additional Information - The program values diversity and inclusion, both in content and project teams. - Proposals must demonstrate a concrete plan for outreach to underrepresented groups. - For grants supporting workshops or conferences, additional documentation such as draft agendas and anti-harassment policies are required. - The review process can take up to 8 weeks for a response to your letter of inquiry. --- ## External Links - [Program Page: YouTube & TikTok Grants](https://sloan.org/programs/public-understanding/youtube-and-tiktok) - [Sloan Foundation Grants – Apply](https://sloan.org/grants/apply) - [Non-Research Grant Proposal Guidelines (PDF)](https://sloan.org/storage/app/media/files/application_documents/Sloan-Grant-Proposal-Guidelines-Non-Research-Projects.pdf) - [What the Sloan Foundation Does Not Fund](https://sloan.org/grants/apply#tab-what-we-do-not-fund) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Email | More Info | |---------------------|-----------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------| | Doron Weber | VP & Program Director | [See profile](https://sloan.org/about/staff/doron-weber) | Program lead for YouTube/TikTok grants | | Shriya Bhindwale | Program Associate | [See profile](https://sloan.org/about/staff/shriya-bhindwale) | CC on Letters of Inquiry | | Sloan Foundation | General Inquiries | frontdesk@sloan.org | [Contact Page](https://sloan.org/about/contact)| ---

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