Funding for Emerging Folklorists in Graduate Programs in Indiana (USA)
GrantID: 74217
Grant Funding Amount Low: $4,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $8,000
Summary
Each year, a national scholarly association opens a competitive opportunity for graduate students pursuing ethnographic and cultural research. This grant is designed to support field-based projects—whether in the U.S. or beyond—and encourages rigorous, immersive study that contributes meaningfully to cultural understanding.
Graduate students in master’s or doctoral programs, especially those working on theses or dissertations, are eligible to apply. Applicants must be enrolled full-time and in good academic standing. International students and projects on any topic are welcome, provided the applicant is affiliated with the professional association.
The grant offers both substantial and modest award levels: one larger stipend for extended or costlier research (often used for longer field stays or multi-site studies), and multiple smaller awards for more focused research goals. Funding is flexible, helping to cover essentials like travel, lodging, translations, materials, or compensation for community collaborators—anything that brings the fieldwork to life.
Applications are due each spring, with award decisions announced by early summer. Recipients are expected to begin or continue their fieldwork shortly after notification and complete it within the academic year. Afterward, awardees usually submit a brief project report and are sometimes invited to share their experiences—through blog posts, presentations, or public forums—enhancing the visibility of their work.
While the grant prioritizes ethnographic methodology, it’s open to creative and community-centered approaches that align with cultural scholarship. Above all, it’s meant to nurture graduate-level research that is deeply rooted in real-world communities, bringing fresh perspectives and thoughtful inquiry to the broader field.
Those working in Students and located in Indiana may meet the eligibility criteria for this grant. To browse other funding opportunities suited to your focus areas, visit The Grant Portal and try the Search Grant tool.
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