Tips for Research Grant Writing Success
Below are resources for prospective grantseekers to review before submitting applications.
Register now for our Best Practices for Grant Writing Webinar
September 30, 2025 at 2:00pm ET
RSF program staff will discuss the application process.
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Core Grant Application and Review Process
Watch guidelines videos, understand our process, and preview the application.
LOI and Proposal Writing Tips
Review LOI and proposal writing tips along with successful examples for both.
Core Research Grant FAQ
Find your answers to the most frequently asked questions about Core Research Grants.
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Watch the pre-recorded video, “What Investigators Should Know about Grant Seeking from Private Foundations”
Preview the Full Application
Preview the full grant application before creating a Fluxx Account.
Budget Template
Download our required budget template (for proposals only)
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Apply for Funding
The grantmaking process at the Russell Sage Foundation is rigorous and competitive. Applicants should review our guidelines to ensure they comply with our eligibility requirements. RSF rarely considers projects for which the investigators have not already fully-developed the research design, the sample framework, and access to data.
Information for Grant Seekers
Explore all Research Grants and Opportunities at RSF.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have clarifying questions regarding the LOI or proposals, please review our FAQ.
Search Our Grants Database
Explore previously funded research at RSF.