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Research Grants on Education: Large
Last Update: February 4, 2026
Canada
Supports large-scale education research projects with substantial funding and broad scope.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Minimum amount : 125,000 $
Timeline
- Unspecified
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
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Overview
The Large Research Grants on Education program offers funding between $125,000 and $500,000 to support comprehensive education research projects lasting one to five years. The program emphasizes rigorous, innovative research that addresses key questions and opportunities in education, encouraging methodological diversity and impactful outcomes.
Activities funded
Examples of admissible projects:
Creating an innovative digital platform to improve remote education
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
Educational researchers, universities, research institutions, policy think tanks.How to apply
Register on the Spencer Foundation online portal.Create a profile and complete preliminary registration.Prepare a concise preproposal outlining your project idea.Submit the preproposal for initial review and feedback.If invited, prepare and submit a detailed full proposal before the deadline.
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