20405 - Seeking Research Funding in the Social Sciences: Opportunities and Tips for Applicants at Every Career Stage

Description

This session will provide a practical overview of applying for research support in the social sciences from three prominent funders of sociological research. Panelists will discuss their funding priorities, the grant writing and review process and the basics of what makes a good grant proposal, processes for developing ideas for funding and budgeting, and resources that specify what to include in research proposals. With extensive experience evaluating proposals as part of the grant-making process, panelists will discuss how to develop and write a sound grant application from the perspective of a funding organization.

Preliminary Agenda:
15-20 minutes: Russell Sage Foundation presentation on programmatic priorities and tips on grant writing and applying to RSF
15-20 minutes: WTGrant presentation on programmatic priorities and tips on grant writing and applying to WTGrant
15-20 minutes: Spencer Foundation presentation on programmatic priorities and tips on grant writing and applying to Spencer
30-45 minutes: Audience Q&A

Sub Unit

• Workshops / Professional Development Workshop

Presenters

• Jenny Irons, William T. Grant Foundation

• Kenly Elizabeth Kelly Brown, The Spencer Foundation

Session Organizer

• Stephen Glauser, Russell Sage Foundation