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L.S.B. Leakey Foundation Research Grants

L.S.B. Leakey Foundation

Varies
Avg. Amount Awarded
234
Days
January 10 2026
Application Deadline
N/A
Renewable
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What you'll need:
  • Checkmark Other - Research proposal; Reference or Works cited; Budget sheet; Budget justification; Figures and tables; Appendices; Permit copies; Cover letter
  • Checkmark Application Form
  • Checkmark Recommendations Or References
  • Checkmark Resume
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L.S.B. Leakey Foundation Research Grants
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Description

The Leakey Foundation exclusively funds research related to human origins. Priority of funding is commonly given to exploratory phases of promising new research projects that meet the stated purpose of the Foundation. Advanced doctoral students, post-doctoral researchers, and established scientists are eligible for Leakey Foundation Research Grants. There are no citizenship restrictions; however, all applications must be written in English. The deadlines for research grant applications are January 10th and July 15th. Please visit the award's website for more information about the format of the research proposal and other materials that should be submitted.

Amount Details

$3,000
Low Amount Awarded
$30,000
High Amount Awarded

Eligibility Requirements

  • CheckmarkMust be a graduate student or a postgraduate student
  • CheckmarkMust attend a university
  • CheckmarkMust not be attending high school currently

How to Apply

What you'll need:

  • Checkmark Other - Research proposal; Reference or Works cited; Budget sheet; Budget justification; Figures and tables; Appendices; Permit copies; Cover letter
  • Checkmark Application Form
  • Checkmark Recommendations Or References
  • Checkmark Resume
For more info, please visit our site
Contact grants@leakeyfoundation.org
Tel: 415-561-4646
Fax: 415-561-4647 Address 1003B O'Reilly Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94129