Pilot Studies: Apply for funding

How to Apply

Request for Applications: I-STARR Pilot Study Program

We are now accepting Letters of Intent (LOIs) for the I-STARR Pilot Study Program.

Please review the Request for Applications (RFA) for detailed program information and application instructions.

How to Apply
Submit your LOI to Kwinoja Kapiteni at kkapiteni@arg.org by January 20, 2026.

Key Dates For 2025-26 Cycle
Jan. 20, 2026: Letters of Intent due
Jan. 30, 2026: Select LOIs approved for full applications
Apr. 24, 2026: Full applications due
May 22, 2026: Funding decisions delivered

 

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Read about the current and past awardees and their studies. 

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