Earned a terminal research degree (Ph.D. or Th.D.); Pre-tenured faculty at accredited institutions in US or Canada; Faced significant adversity in professional lives or careers; Can negotiate release time up to a full academic year; Engaged in scholarly research project for first book publication
Requirements
General Application Information; Statement of Significant Adversity; Project Summary; Project Narrative; Bibliography; Line Item Budget & Budget Narrative
Application materials
General Application Information; Statement of Significant Adversity; Project Summary; Project Narrative; Bibliography; Line Item Budget & Budget Narrative
How to apply
Review eligibility requirements.; Create an account in the application portal.; Prepare application materials.; Submit all elements online.; Applications due January 15, 2027; recommendation letters due January 22, 2027.
Important dates
Application due date: January 15, 2027; Letters of recommendation due: January 22, 2027; Awards announced: April 2027; Project timeframe: academic year 2027-2028; Winter Seminar: January 2028
Documents
2027 FBG Application Guide
Contact
grants@louisville-institute.org
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