The Center is pleased to announce that the application period for its 2025 professional development (PD) grant for doctoral students and early career scholars has been extended to 5 p.m. EST on Monday, August 18, 2025. This grant supports scholars whose research focuses on poverty, economic well-being, and early care and education (ECE) among Hispanic children and families.
The grant program will offer up to 11 grants, each providing up to $2,850 for expenses related to professional development or as seed funds to support research activities. In addition, grantees will have the opportunity to participate in professional development and networking events organized by the Center.
Who should apply? Applicants must be a PhD student or early career scholar (up to seven years post-PhD) in economics, public policy, sociology, child development, demography, population sciences, or a related social science field. Applicants should demonstrate a strong interest in research focused on poverty, economic well-being, and ECE among Hispanic families and children.
Applications are now due Monday, August 18, at 5 p.m. EST and can be submitted here.