CSA Travel Research Grant

Purpose The Travel Research Grant is intended to assist an Individual (non-student) Member of the Costume Society of America with travel to a library, archive, museum or other collection or site to further an on-going research project. Description This $1500 grant, first awarded in 1996, is designed to further an on-going research project and is not limited to academic study nor to those with academic affiliation. Recipients are encouraged to present their research to CSA members at either a regional meeting or a National CSA Ssymposium. Eligibility Applicants must meet the following requirements: have been a member of the Costume Society of America for at least the past two years provide proof that work on the project is already underway provide a letter of confirmation from that collection Application Deadline Completed applications must be postmarked by September 1st. Application Procedure In a letter of application of no more than two pages, include: a description of the project under way evidence of work accomplished to date name of the collection and projected date of visit reasons for visiting the designated collection projected completion date audience the project will be directed to Attach: current curriculum vitae letter from the designated collection confirming permission for an appointment and availability of material to be consulted summary of projected budget (one page maximum) Send four copies of the above to: Chair, Travel Research Grant Committee Costume Society of America 203 Towne Centre Drive Hillsborough, NJ 08844 Grant Schedule Applicants will be notified of results in November. A check for 75% of the funds will be available on March 1 of the following year. The recipient must complete travel and use funds by the end of December. By December 31, the recipient must submit a report of activities, including an expense report with receipts, to the National Office to receive the remaining 25% of funds.