The Institute for Design Research and Outreach team supports faculty and staff looking to apply for research funding opportunities. For internal funding, contact Julie Robison, associate director.
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BNIM Regenerative Design Challenge
Supports multidisciplinary research in the areas of sustainability and regenerative design with team funding of $10,000.
View proposal requirements and selection criteria in Cybox. Contact Julie Robison, assistant director of IDRO, with any questions.
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Fieldstead & Company Endowment for Community Enhancement Fund
Awarded annually to support projects that “inform the proper and artful development of the communities of Iowa and the surrounding region,” with funding up to $5000.
View proposal requirements and selection criteria in Cybox. Contact Julie Robison, assistant director of IDRO, with any questions.
Deadline: Spring 2024 (coming soon)
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Curriculum-based Design Outreach Fund
Supports funding up to $1,500 to support curriculum-based outreach activities in communities.
View proposal requirements and selection criteria in Cybox. Contact Julie Robison, assistant director of IDRO, with any questions.
Deadline: Spring 2024 (coming soon)
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Research and Outreach Strategic Opportunity Fund
Offers a one-time, limited source of funds intended to bridge gaps or enhance existing activities to seize exceptional opportunities. Requests up to $5,000 will be considered.
Rolling Deadline
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Research and Outreach Dissemination Fund
Supports the dissemination of research and outreach outcomes, including digital or printed materials. Requests up to $2,000 will be considered.
Rolling Deadline