Open Applications

The following funding and training opportunities are currently accepting applications

Stanford Impact Labs makes investments in solutions-focused research teams and runs training programs for faculty, scholars, nonprofit leaders, and local government staff. 

All funding or program opportunities listed below are now accepting applications. To see an exhaustive list of year-round opportunities (including key dates and descriptions), please visit our full calendar here.

 Funding Opportunities

Stage 1: Seed Partnerships Apply by October 28, 2024

Up to $350,000 to support new and established partnerships to conduct research that deepens understanding of their chosen problem and sets the stage for testing solutions.

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seed partnerships

Stage 2: Test Solutions Apply by October 21, 2024

$350,000 to $800,000 of flexible funding for research teams to develop and test solutions in collaboration with external partners.

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Stage 2: Test Solutions

Training Opportunities 

Evidence for Change Fellowship Apply by October 3, 2024

A fellowship for social sector organizations who want to enhance their use of data and evidence to drive impact.

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