Kellogg Grants for Faculty

In an effort to promote the principles of value-driven research, the Kellogg Institute encourages faculty to submit proposals that align with its mission to promote research excellence. To facilitate effective evaluation, applicants are advised to ensure that their proposals adhere to the following guidelines:

1. Clear Research Objectives: Proposals should articulate well-defined research methodology and research outcomes. Please highlight relevant areas of expertise and past work that  demonstrate the potential for meaningful contributions to the chosen field and aligning with the Kellogg Institute's core theme on global democracy. 
2. Unified Proposal Narrative: Develop a unified narrative for the proposal that ensures a holistic approach, integrating various components into a cohesive research framework. Demonstrate how different aspects of the project contribute synergistically to the overarching research objectives. 
3. Emphasizing Impact: While it is crucial to emphasize the importance of your research within your scholarly field and on an individual level, encourage the use of language that underscores the broader impact and significance of research. Create an inclusive tone that reflects the contributive nature of research. Emphasize the project's alignment with the Kellogg Institute's mission and its thematic areas. 
4. Justifiable Budget Allocation: Ensure clear and comprehensive budget justification that establishes a direct link between requested funds and research objectives. Travel expenses alone should not constitute the entirety of the proposal budget. Stress the importance of clear justification for travel related expenses. The committee encourages a diversified budget with a detailed breakdown of expenses, ensuring transparency and accountability in resource allocation. Illuminate how proposed budget allocations contribute to the overall collective impact of research. Please specify whether you are applying for any additional funding as well as any funds that have been received. Clearly outline the activities expected to be supported by the Kellogg funds.
5. Collaborative Engagement: If relevant, highlight collaborative efforts with Kellogg Institute faculty fellows and students. Emphasize how the research project integrates with the broader scholarly community at the Institute, fostering interdisciplinary exchange and enrichment.

By incorporating these guidelines, the Kellogg Institute aims to enhance the quality and alignment of research proposals. 

In accordance with current University and Keough School policies, faculty conferences or academic workshops with budgets exceeding $25,000 require approval from the Dean of the Keough School, in addition to the standard Grants Committee review. Following Committee approval, the Kellogg Institute will submit proposals to the Dean of the Keough School for final approval. 

Under the same policies, the Kellogg Institute cannot fund or reimburse expenses related to alcoholic beverages at public-facing/non-private events. Alcohol expenses may only be covered in limited cases, such as private meals with invited guests, and within the following guidelines:

• Dinners: limited to 4 people (guest plus 3)
• Lunches: limited to 3 people (guest plus 2)
• Breakfasts: limited to 3 people (guest plus 2)
• Alcohol at dinners: limited to one beer or glass of wine per person 
• It is recommended to order a bottle of wine for the table to share rather than individual drinks.

Please also be mindful of University spending limits for total meal costs, including any alcoholic beverages, tax, and gratuity: $25 per person for breakfast, $50 for lunch, and $100 for dinner.