The First Book Grant for Scholars of Color 2025

The First Book Grant for scholars of color is a project with a focus on supporting the academic publishing endeavours of scholars from underrepresented communities with research projects on Christian faith and life, the practice of ministry, religious trends and movements. This grant program seeks to address the long-standing disparities in academic publishing by helping early-career scholars in researching, writing and publishing their first book whiles promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in the scholarly landscape.

GRANT BENEFITS 

Selected applicants will receive up to US$55,000.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA 

The grant is opened to scholars who:

• Are Self identified persons of color
• Have earned a terminal research degree, specifically a Ph.D or Th.D.
• Are engaged in a scholarly research project leading to the  publications of their first book, or a second book if necessary 
• Work in fields related to history, systematic and practical theology, Biblical studies, Social science, ethics etc
• Are individuals working in academic positions in accredited higher institutions in the USA or Canada.

HOW TO APPLY

• Download the application guide , read the guide thoroughly before commencing your application and don't forget to refer to it from time to time
• Create an account
• Prepare your documents which include but not limited to; resume, letters of recommendation, general application information, bibliography and so on.

APPLICATION DEADLINE 

The application deadline for the 2025 grant is January 15th, 2025.

APPLY HERE