American Psychological Foundation Visionary Grants

American Psychological Foundation Visionary Grants Up to $20,000 to seed innovation through supporting research, education, and intervention projects and programs. Deadline: April 1, 2015 The APF Visionary Grants seek to seed innovation through supporting research, education and intervention projects and programs that use psychology to solve social problems in the following priority areas: Understanding and fostering the connection between behavior and physical health to ensure well-being. Reducing stigma and prejudice to promote unity and harmony. Understanding and preventing violence to create a safer, more humane world. Supporting programs that address the long-term psychological needs of individuals and communities in the aftermath of disaster. One-year grants are available in amounts of up to $20,000. Eligibility Affiliation with 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, but excluding: - Any group regarded by the IRS as non-conforming to 501(c)(3). - Any activity involving political, lobbying, fund-raising or entertainment expenditures. - Conference/workshop expenses. - Localized direct service. Demonstrated competence and capacity to execute the proposed work. IRB approval must be received from host institution before funding can be awarded if human participants are involved.
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