The Friends Of The Turnbull Library Research Grant 2025

Eligibility Criteria for the Friends of the Turnbull Library Research Grant

• The Friends of the Turnbull Library Research Grant is open to scholars undertaking research that involves significant use of the Alexander Turnbull Library collections.
• Applicants do not need to be New Zealand citizens, and the grant is available to scholars working on projects that make use of the library’s materials, including books, manuscripts, maps, and photographs. The grant will not typically be awarded for research toward a university degree.

Application Process for the Friends of the Turnbull Library Research Grant

• To apply for the Friends of the Turnbull Library Research Grant, scholars must submit the completed application form, which includes a brief description of the research project, a dissemination plan, and an outline of how the project aligns with FoTL objectives.
• Applicants must also provide a curriculum vitae, details of other funding sources, and referee information.
• The grant application period for 2026 will open once the closing date is announced in mid-2025.
• Applications will be reviewed, and applicants will be notified of the decision by 30 November 2024.

Benefits and Value of the Friends of the Turnbull Library Research Grant

• The Friends of the Turnbull Library Research Grant offers up to NZ$20,000 to support research that makes significant use of the Alexander Turnbull Library’s collections.
• The grant can be awarded to a single applicant or shared among multiple applicants.