Q: Do I need to be an ASHRM member to qualify for a grant through the ASHRM 2030 Fund?
A. No. Anyone who meets the criteria is eligible for a grant.
Q: Our organization is outside of Chicago. Will ASHRM consider the proposal?
A: ASHRM is an international organization. We will accept and consider proposals from all states and countries.
Q: Do I need to have an IRB (Institutional Review Board) prior to submitting my research grant application?
A: IRB approval is required if the research project involves human subjects. Applications without a required IRB are ineligible.
Q: Can we submit grant proposals in more than one area?
A: No.
Q: How often can we apply?
A: Applications are accepted throughout the year, with designated cut-offs to allow for the awarding of the monies on a quarterly basis. ASHRM will only consider one application per fiscal year from any one organization or individual. Our fiscal year is January through December.
Q: Can I e-mail or fax an application?
A: Yes.
Q: Who should write a letter of recommendation for me?
A: A letter of recommendation should reflect your academic and/or professional excellence and, can be written by a professor or employer.
Q: How will I know if the proposal will be awarded?
A: An email will be sent to the applicant informing them of the status of the grant process.
Q: If I have not been selected for an ASHRM scholarship, can I reapply?
A: Yes, you are welcome to reapply but not until the next fiscal year. Please make sure you take a look at the Web site for updated application information each time you apply.
Q: I just applied for a scholarship. How will I know if I have been chosen?
A: The scholarship recipients, as well as those who have not been selected, will be notified by email and will be asked to complete a letter of agreement.
Q: What if ASHRM receives a grant after the deadline?
A: All grants received after the deadline will be held for the next grant cycle.
Applications must have all required documentation in order to be considered. Please retain a copy of your submission for your records.
Contact ASHRM with any questions at (312) 422-3980 or ashrm@aha.org.