Instructions for submitting a pre-proposal for the LAF Research Grant in Honor of Deb Mitchell, including eligibility, research areas, and required materials.
Applicants from professional practice, academic institutions, and research organizations.; Principal Investigator must be trained as a landscape architect and engaged in the field.; Must have a bachelor's or master's degree in landscape architecture (or related field if LA is not recognized).; Must be able to communicate in written and spoken English.; Current LAF staff, Board members, and committee members are not eligible.
Requirements
General Application Form; Project Abstract (500 word max); Potential Partners (1 page max); Preliminary Project Budget and Schedule (1 page max); CVs of Principal Investigators (no page limit)
Application materials
General Application Form; Project Abstract; Potential Partners; Preliminary Project Budget and Schedule; CVs of Principal Investigators
How to apply
Submit pre-proposal materials via SlideRoom at http://lafoundation.slideroom.com.; Create an account, find the grant, and begin the application.; Save, edit, and review work before submitting.; Pay a $25 (USD) application fee through SlideRoom.
Important dates
Pre-proposal deadline: December 1, 2025, 11:59pm EST; Full proposal deadline for short-listed candidates: March 1; Web-based video conversation with jurors: Late January/early February
Documents
Proof of English Language Proficiency (for non-native speakers); College/University Transcripts (for international applicants only)
Contact
Megan Barnes (Senior Program Manager): mbarnes@lafoundation.org
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