Introduction to Spencer Foundation Vision Grants
The Spencer Foundation is committed to investing in innovative research that aims to enhance educational systems, particularly through the Vision Grants program. This funding opportunity supports collaborative projects aimed at improving equity in education systems by bringing together teams for comprehensive planning over 6 to 12 months.
Application Timeline
Applications for the Vision Grants will open on December 5, 2024. Interested individuals must submit an intent to apply form by February 11, 2025, at 12:00 PM (noon), Central Time. Following this, the full proposal deadline is set for March 11, 2025, at 12:00 PM (noon), Central Time. Make sure to keep these dates in mind to ensure your application is submitted on time.
About the Vision Grants
Vision Grants provide a total of $75,000 to teams of researchers aiming to collaboratively develop large-scale, transformative research projects. The focus should be on methodology and equity, ensuring that collaboration with practitioners, policymakers, and communities is integral to the planning process. Notably, these grants are ideal for those interested in crafting research that addresses practical challenges within educational systems.
The application process requires teams to identify the systems targeted for transformation and consider how their proposed research will engage with those systems effectively. Importantly, receiving a Vision Grant is a stepping stone to applying for the Transformative Research Grant program, which provides $3.5 million for large-scale projects, further underscoring the impact of meticulous planning.
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