Research Grants

Geographic Scope: Not specified; appears to be open internationally based on country selection in application

The Center for the Study of Federalism provides grants for scholarly research on federalism. This is a nonpartisan, interdisciplinary research and education institution dedicated to supporting and advancing scholarship and public understanding of federal theories, principles, institutions, and processes.

Focus Areas

• Federal theories and principles
• Federal institutions and processes
• Comparative federalism
• American federalism
• Intergovernmental relations
• Policy areas related to federalism

Eligibility

• Researchers with institutional affiliation (institution must approve and administer the grant)
• Applicants must have an official institution's grants officer sign approval letter
• International applicants eligible (application includes country selection worldwide)

What They Fund

• Scholarly research projects on federalism topics
• Research with defined grant periods
• Projects with clear work plans and publication outcomes

Contact Information

Website: federalism.org
Navigate to "Grants & Awards" section for application details

Application Process

Required Materials:

1. Narrative (max. 1,600 words)
   • Scope and significance of subject matter to be researched
   • Research design
   • Work plan
   • Publication plan (including potential outlets)
   • Format: Text, Word, or PDF
   • Max file size: 24 MB
2. Bibliography (max. 1 page)
   • Works cited
   • Important works in the field
   • Format: Text, Word, or PDF
   • Max file size: 24 MB
3. Line-item Budget
   • Show basis of calculation for each line item
   • Example format: "10 books at $40 per book average = $400"
   • Format: Text, Word, or PDF
   • Max file size: 24 MB
4. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
   • Recent CV required
   • Format: Text, Word, or PDF
   • Max file size: 24 MB
5. Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
   • Format: Text, Word, or PDF
   • Max file size: 24 MB per letter
6. Institutional Approval Letter
   • Official, signed letter or form from institution's grants officer
   • Must approve the application
   • Must indicate institution's willingness to receive and administer the grant
   • Max file size: 24 MB

Application Form Fields

• First Name (required)
• Last Name (required)
• Email (required)
• Phone (required)
• Full Address (Street, City, State/Province, ZIP/Postal Code, Country)
• Research Title (required) - Title for research project
• Grant Period (required) - Beginning and ending dates (format: month/year to month/year)
• "How did you learn about this research grant?" (required)
• Additional Notes - Optional field for additional information beneficial to evaluation

Submission Format

• Online application form with file uploads
• All documents uploaded directly through form fields
• File upload with drag-and-drop or file selection