IHS Requests for Proposals

About this program

Institute for Humane Studies (IHS) funds and mentors humanities and social‑science research that advances understanding of free societies through fellowships, research grants, residencies, and program support. IHS issues targeted RFPs on themes such as digital governance, nuclear energy, deliberative democracy, civic virtue, agentic AI, and cost‑of‑living research, with awards typically up to $20,000 and specific programs offering up to $10,000 (residencies), $8,000 (mentorship), or $5,000 (faculty expense support); larger awards may be considered for exceptional projects. Eligible applicants include PhD students, postdoctoral scholars, university faculty, and faculty-led undergraduate programming teams whose work engages foundational questions about norms, institutions, and human flourishing; prior IHS affiliation is not required and application requirements vary by program, so consult the specific RFP or contact IHS for guidance.