Landscape Architecture Foundation (LAF) - Olmsted Scholars Program

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DeadlineNovember 1

Award amount$25,000

Last checkedJun 24, 2026

Eligibility

Deb Mitchell Grant Eligibility & Expectations | Landscape Architecture Foundation

Details eligibility criteria, research project requirements, funding amounts, and awardee expectations for the $25,000 Deb Mitchell Research Grant.

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Award amount

$25,000

Eligibility

Applicants from professional practice, academic institutions, and research organizations are welcome.; At least one Principal Investigator must be engaged in landscape architecture.; Must have a bachelor's or master's degree in landscape architecture (LAAB- or LAAC-accredited for US/Canada).; Degree in a related discipline acceptable if working/teaching as a landscape architect.; Fellows of ASLA may be considered regardless of degree.

Requirements

Research projects must be relevant and impactful for professional practice.; Projects must be completed in a 12- to 18-month period.; Proposed research should relate to sustainability, climate change, social equity, health, biodiversity, etc.; Applicants must clearly state the research question.; Grantees must submit quarterly progress reports and maintain contact with LAF.

Important dates

Grant period begins in summer or fall.; Grant runs for 12 or 18 months.

Contact

Megan Barnes at mbarnes@lafoundation.org

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