ASP Grants

Only ASP members may apply for grants. Grant mechanisms available to ASP members, including students, include the Small Research Grant, Conservation Small Grant, and the Melinda Novak Primate Welfare Grant. Applicants may only apply for one type of grant each cycle. Instructions on how to become an ASP member can be found here.

Small Research Grant

This funding mechanism supports hypothesis-driven research on primate behavior, social organization, development, reproduction, physiology, anatomy and/or evolution.

Funding Amount: $500-$2000

Deadline: June 14, 2024

Conservation Small Grant

This funding mechanism supports conservation research or related projects, including conservation education. Those from habitat countries are encouraged to apply.

Funding Amount: up to $3500

Deadline: January 31, 2024

Melinda Novak Primate Welfare Grant

This funding mechanism supports research projects designed to improve the lives of primates in any setting that are highly impactful and innovative.

Funding Amount: up to $2000

Deadline: June 14, 2024