Core Research Grants Program 2026

🌟 About Russell Sage Foundation’s Core Research Grants Program

The Core Research Grants Program supports high-level scholarly research through a selective, structured funding process. It aims to fund rigorous, peer-reviewed research across disciplines and provide researchers with resources to advance impactful scholarly work. The program emphasizes quality, innovation, and scholarly excellence.

🎁 Benefits of the Program

• Funding Levels:
  • Trustee-approved grants: Up to $200,000, including indirect costs.
  • Presidential-Authority grants: Up to $75,000.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

• Principal Investigators (PIs) and co-PIs must hold a doctorate.
• Exceptional candidates without a doctoral degree may be considered if they demonstrate substantial and credible research experience.
• Students are not eligible to apply.

📅 Application Date and Process

1. Review and determine the program you would like to apply for.
2. Check the requirements and deadlines for the program.
3. Attend a webinar info session and review FAQs & writing tips.
4. Create a Fluxx account to begin your application.
5. Prepare your materials.
6. Submit your application.
7. Respond to questions from reviewers or foundation staff.

⏰ Application Deadline

15 July, 2026

🔗 Opportunity Application

For more details, visit the official Russell Sage Foundation website or apply directly through their application portal.

• Funding Levels:
  • Trustee-approved grants: Up to $200,000 including indirect costs.
  • Presidential-Authority grants: Up to $75,000.