This Fellowship grant is open to Indian nationals with at least a Bachelor’s degree. Practitioners and academic scholars who are interested in studying community philanthropy and its practices, challenges, motivations, and new innovative approaches. Individuals must have the capacity to conduct rigorous research and produce new knowledge in the field. Interdisciplinary approaches are encouraged.
Applications from under-represented and marginalised groups such as women, LGBTQIA+, Dalits, Adivasis, and persons with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.
Selections will be made based on the applicants’ research capabilities, relevance of the proposed research, strength of the research proposal, feasibility of research and a personal interview. Working experience and impact made would also be considered for candidates who are practitioners from the field.