RGK-ARNOVA President's Award

At least one proposal author must be an active member of ARNOVA prior to the notification date.

• Proposals should not exceed 5 pages in length, single spaced
• Proposals should include...
  • concepts, issues or problems to be explored
  • theoretical framework for exploration
  • a letter describing the author or authors' background and how that prepares them to undertake this research successfully
  • the proposer’s Curriculum Vitae (not included in the 5-page limit)
  • the author **may choose to attach a summary of literature that the project will draw on
• The proposal narrative should describe...
  • character of and approach to the research
  • data sources the project will use or develop
  • methodologies to be employed in collection and analysis (if it involves data gathering and analysis)
  • expected significance of the research and how it will advance a broader and deeper understanding of one or more of the important elements of philanthropy, nonprofits, voluntary action or civil society

• Award winner(s) will be contacted by the RGK Center to sign a contract before the funds are released.
• The RGK Center commits to providing half the award amount at the time of the public announcement and the remaining half of the award amount upon receipt of the research paper.
• Award recipient(s) are expected to pay and register for the annual ARNOVA Conference. Exceptions may apply and be considered by the ARNOVA staff case by case.
• Award recipient(s) are responsible for booking and paying their accommodations during conference
• Award recipient(s) may be asked to serve on the committee in the following year