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Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 75,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports education research on racial equity, with projects lasting one to five years and budgets up to $75,000. It funds field-initiated studies that explore new ways to understand and disrupt racial inequality in education.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Conduct research and development activities
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Education research focused on racial equity and inequality
- Studies that examine ways to disrupt inequality in education
- Research across early childhood, higher education, schools, families, and communities
- Projects using qualitative, mixed-methods, or quantitative approaches
Documents Needed
- Intent to Apply form
- Full proposal
- Proposal narrative
- Project timeline
- Project team document
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Nonprofit organizations
- Public or governmental institutions
- Universities and colleges
- School districts
- Research organizations and nonprofit research facilities
Who is not eligible
- Individuals applying in their own name
- Graduate students as PI or Co-PI
Eligible expenses
- Salaries and benefits for project staff
- Consultant and advisor fees
- Travel and dissemination costs
- Equipment, software, and supplies
- Participant stipends, communication, transcription, and subcontract costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Indirect costs on grants of $75,000 or less
- Institutional infrastructure costs such as office rent and administrative overhead
- Government-approved overhead rates
Eligible geographic areas
- The United States
- International locations
Processing and Agreement
- Applications begin with an Intent to Apply review.
- Once the form is submitted, eligible applicants gain access to the full proposal portal.
- Applicants must acknowledge the Spencer Foundation’s AI policy in the submission process.
- Submitted proposals are reviewed through the Foundation’s online application system.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted once a year.
- The program is field-initiated and not tied to a specific topic or method.
- An Intent to Apply is required before the full proposal becomes available.
- Generative AI use must be disclosed in the application materials.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Racial Equity Research Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Racial Equity Research Grants. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Racial Equity Research Grants?
This program supports education research on racial equity, with projects lasting one to five years and budgets up to $75,000. It funds field-initiated studies that explore new ways to understand and disrupt racial inequality in education.
How much funding can be received?
Racial Equity Research Grants Funds up to $75,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Racial Equity Research Grants program?
To be eligible for the Racial Equity Research Grants program, you must:
PI must be affiliated with a nonprofit or public institution.
PI must have a doctorate or relevant research experience.
Proposal must be in English and U.S. dollars.
What expenses are eligible under Racial Equity Research Grants?
Education research focused on racial equity and inequality
Studies that examine ways to disrupt inequality in education
Research across early childhood, higher education, schools, families, and communities
Projects using qualitative, mixed-methods, or quantitative approaches
Where is the Racial Equity Research Grants available?
The Racial Equity Research Grants program is available across Canada.
Is the Racial Equity Research Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Racial Equity Research Grants is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Racial Equity Research Grants?
Racial Equity Research Grants is funded by The Spencer Foundation