National Geographic Society Research Grants provide support for basic, original, scientific field research in disciplines including anthropology, archaeology, astronomy, biology, botany, geography, geology, oceanography, paleontology, and zoology. Applications have no deadlines, but should allow a minimum of eight months from proposal submission for a decision from the sponsor. Soros Documentary Fund provides support for international documentary films and videos on current and significant issues in human rights, freedom of expression, social justice, and civil liberties dealing with contemporary issues. Individuals around the world are eligible. Documentaries may be film or video projects.
Applications have no deadlines.
All proposed activities must involve multi-institutional collaboration. There are no geographic restrictions on these awards and the foundation encourages international applications. The sponsoring institution must agree to administer the award and to waive all indirect and administrative costs. Budget size for collaborative activities will vary depending on the scope of the proposed problem or project and on the number of people involved. The Foundation recognizes that funding must be appropriate to an activity s specific scope and needs.