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American Philosophical Society (APS)
APS Phillips Fund Grants for Native American Research
The Phillips Fund of the American Philosophical Society provides grants for research in Native American linguistics, ethnohistory, and the history of studies of Native Americans, in the continental United States and Canada. Grants are not made for projects in archaeology, ethnography, psycholinguistics, or for the preparation of pedagogical materials. The committee distinguishes ethnohistory from contemporary ethnography as the study of cultures and culture change through time. The grants are intended for such costs as travel, tapes, films, and consultants' fees but not for the purchase of books or permanent equipment.
Type: Grant
Amount: $3,500 (max)
Average award is about $2,500
Tenure: 12 months
Deadline: March 1 (each year)
Notes: The committee prefers to support the work of younger scholars who have received the doctorate. Applications are also accepted from graduate students for research on masters theses or doctoral dissertations The committee sometimes approves two awards to the same person within a five-year period.
This information is subject to change at any time. Please visit the sponsor website for the most current information: http://www.amphilsoc.org/
Last Updated: 08/18/2009