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Leakey Foundation - Dissertation & Postdoctoral Research Grants

DeadlineJanuary 10 (spring cycle) and July 15 (fall cycle)

Award amountUp to $20,000 for PhD candidates

Last checkedJun 24, 2026

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Research Grants - The Leakey Foundation

The Leakey Foundation funds research related to human origins, evolution, and behavior for PhD candidates and post-PhD researchers. Deadlines are Jan 10 and July 15.

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Deadline

January 10 (spring cycle) and July 15 (fall cycle)

Award amount

Up to $20,000 for PhD candidates

Eligibility

Research must be relevant to human origins and evolution.; Open to advanced doctoral students or post-PhD researchers.; PhD students must be advanced to candidacy.; No citizenship requirements.; Must be affiliated with an institution.

Requirements

Research must align with the Leakey Foundation's mission.; Proposals should be innovative or multidisciplinary.; Must complete all reporting requirements for previous grants.

Application materials

Application Packet; Instructions

How to apply

Download the instructions and materials packet.; Read and follow all instructions.; Submit your application online.

Important dates

January 10 for the spring cycle; Mid-May notification for Jan applicants; July 15 for the fall cycle; Mid-December notification for July applicants

Documents

Application Packet

Contact

grants@leakeyfoundation.org

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