As the federal grant funding landscape undergoes changes, it’s more important than ever to stay proactive in seeking funding opportunities. Cal Poly Humboldt Sponsored Programs Foundation will be sharing a regular round-up of non-federal grants for those looking to diversify their funding sources. As a reminder, SPF offers funding search assistance! Please visit our website to explore some of our funding resources, or contact Research Development Support & Marketing Coordinator Cara Peters at cara.peters@humboldt.edu

Furthermore Grants in Publishing: Furthermore - Awards between $1,500 to $12,000. The deadline is March 1, 2026. Furthermore supports publication of nonfiction books that concern the arts, history, and the natural and built environment. The program was founded by Joan K. Davidson, who believed deeply in the power of books to expand knowledge, provoke thought, and inspire change.

Humanities & Artificial Intelligence Virtual Institute: Schmidt Sciences - Funding ranges from $100k - $800k, and varies by project type. Follow the link for more details. The deadline is March 13, 2026. This program supports research in the digital humanities with a particular focus on artificial intelligence. Ideal projects will have co-PIs with expertises from both the humanities and AI and will address research questions from both domains.

Social, Political, and Economic Inequality; Russel Sage Foundation - Awards up to $200,000. Letter of Intent due March 11, 2026. Focuses on the causes and consequences of social, political, and economic inequalities in the U.S. The program examines the factors that contribute to social, political, and economic inequalities in the U.S., and the extent to which those inequalities affect social, political, psychological, and economic outcomes.

Clare Boothe Luce Program for Women in STEM; Henry Luce Foundation - Awards up to $750k. Pre-applications accepted through March 2, 2026. Supports higher education institutions’ efforts to address the obstacles that prevent or discourage women on their campuses from pursuing and thriving in STEM fields. For 2026, the Clare Boothe Luce Program will focus exclusively on projects that address the barriers faced by women in Astronomy, Mathematics, and Physics. 

NOTE: If you are interested in applying or have any questions, please contact our Pre-Award Specialists Pia Gabriel at pg12@humboldt.edu, Kaz Wegmuller at kaz.wegmuller@humboldt.edu, or Jocelyne Takatsuno at jt366@humboldt.edu

While exploring alternative funding is valuable, continued engagement with federal grants remains critical - consistent applications help demonstrate the demand for these programs and ensure their ongoing availability. We’re here to help you navigate these funding opportunities and keep research thriving at Cal Poly Humboldt.