SHRM Foundation Research Grants 

The SHRM Foundation funds original rigorous empirical research projects that advance the HR profession. The Foundation is seeking grant funding proposals for up to $200,000 each from individuals and institutions.

Upcoming Submission Deadlines: April 2, 2012, October 1, 2012 

Read FAQ's

• How to Apply for a Grant
• Research Grants Awarded 2005-present
• List of Funded Researchers and Universities
• For Grantees: Procedures and Requirements
• Dissertation and Research Awards
• Volunteer to Review Grant Applications

Over the past twelve years, the SHRM Foundation has funded more than $2.3 million in research grants for 107 research projects. 88% of completed projects have had significant impact including articles published in academic journals and presentations at national conferences. The journals publishing the most Foundation research are Human Resource Management, the Journal of Applied Psychology and Personnel Psychology. Now Available: View a complete list of SHRM Foundation research projects from 1996-present.

The SHRM Foundation does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, disability, age, veteran status, ancestry, national origin or citizenship in the administration of its grant and scholarship programs.

Employees or national board members of SHRM, HRCI or the SHRM Foundation and members of their immediate family are not eligible to apply for SHRM Foundation grants, awards or scholarships. 

FAQ's

• What kind of research does the Foundation fund?
• What is the difference between research funded by the SHRM Foundation and research produced by the SHRM Research Department?
• How many grants does the Foundation fund annually?
• What percentage of research proposals are approved for funding?
• How are projects selected for funding?
• What are the main reasons grant proposals do not receive funding?
• What is the average research grant award?
• How do I apply for research funding?
• What is a 'Blind Version' of my proposal and why do I have to submit one?
• When will I be notified if my project was approved?
• If my project was not funded, am I eligible to re-submit my proposal?How long do I have to complete my project?
• If the SHRM Foundation funds my project, will I have access to the SHRM membership database to draw my sample?
• Do I need Human Subjects Approval prior to applying for research funding?
• Are researchers outside the U.S. eligible to apply for Foundation funding?
• Is there a limit on the amount of overhead or indirect costs I can include in the grant budget?