Through its Higher Learning grantmaking area, the Mellon Foundation has announced this year's “Call for Concepts” and invites humanities-grounded ideas for research and curricular projects focused on any of three themes: Cultures of U.S. Democracy, Environmental Justice Studies, or Social Justice and Disciplinary Knowledge. Grants may be for $250,000–$500,000 over a duration of up to three years. 

Please join the Institute for Advanced Study for an information session about the call, application requirements, and timeline. 

Please note: This information session is for University of Minnesota system applicants and their potential partners only.

Learn more about the Mellon Foundation "Call for Concepts"