Project Grant
The Project Grant is a Grant sponsored by Dumbarton Oaks.
Award Information:
Amount of Grant: Minimum: $3000, Maximum: $10000
Application Deadline: 1-Nov
Requirements: Award is generally for archaeological research. Applicant must send 10 copies of an application letter, proposal, personal and professional data, and three letters of recommendation.
Sponsorship provided by:
Dumbarton Oaks
1703 32nd Street, NW
Washington, DC 20007
USA
Phone Number: 202 339 6410
http://www.costumesocietyamerica.com
You can find out more by contacting:
Office of the Director
Washington, DC 20007
US
Phone Number: 202 339 6410
One may find it helpful to check out the background of the grant. Your best chance of obtaining money is a result of finding out the requirements from the start and knowing if you fulfill them. A good first step is to be aware of the potential motivations of the Dumbarton Oaks and their goals for the Project Grant. After making sure you satisfy the prerequisites, figure out if you have a reasonable chance to receive the grant. If you think that you have a decent shot of going on to be a recipient of the Project Grant, then it is worth it to put forth the effort to apply.
An important aspect in the process of trying for the grant is filling out the application correctly. Occasionally the process can be lengthy, but take the time to make sure that your work was done properly. It would be awful to get passed over as the result of something that could have been avoided.
After filing, you should note when the Project Grant confers the award and actually dispenses any funds so you'll be aware of whether or not it is possible to rely on the grant to assist with your financial needs and how it will assist with your future, since there might be constraints on how you can use the Project Grant. It can be difficult to be able to handle all of your financial needs, and being awarded the Project Grant to assist with your expenses can provide significant support. If you don't end up getting the Project Grant, continue looking, search for additional grants and you may find success elsewhere.