The Richard Maass Research Grant encourages academic research using original manuscripts. Awarded annually to a graduate student at an institutional member university.
Pursuing a graduate degree; Enrolled at an accredited college or university; Institution must hold membership in The Manuscript Society as of January 1, 2026; Preference given to doctoral candidates
Requirements
Letter of application; Resume; Anticipated budget; Proposal (max 3 double-spaced pages); Two or three letters of recommendation (one from advisor)
Application materials
Letter of application; Resume; Anticipated budget; Proposal; Letters of recommendation
How to apply
Submit application materials via email to ManuscriptSocietyGrant@manuscript.org.; Ensure file names start with the applicant's surname.; Inquiries can be sent to Dr. Ellen H. Myers at myers@manuscript.org.
Important dates
Application Deadline: February 14, 2026; Selection Announcement: March 17, 2026
Contact
Dr. Ellen H. Myers: myers@manuscript.org; ManuscriptSocietyGrant@manuscript.org
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