Frequently Asked Questions

Is my research the type of application that the HFSP is seeking? 
Determine if your material is: A research proposal in (any of) the areas of social sciences which has policy implications. Research objectives and the method by which you will achieve the objectives should be clearly stated. 

Where can I obtain an application? 
The application form can be downloaded from our website (www.horowitz-foundation.org). Click on ‘APPLICATION’ on the home page, scroll to the bottom of the page and click on the blue box designated APPLICATION. You will be able to save the document, enter your information and resave the document as
your own. Applications may also be requested by email: info@horowitz-foundation.org or requested by mail:
The Horowitz Foundation for Social Policy, Box 7, Rocky Hill, NJ 08553-0007. 

How do I submit an application? 
Electronic submissions are strongly encouraged. Email your application (as an attachment) to: Applications@horowitz-foundation.org. You do not need to file a hard copy of the application if you file electronically. Applications may also be mailed to:
The Horowitz Foundation for Social Policy, Box 7, Rocky Hill, NJ 08553-0007. 

What is the deadline for applications? 
Electronic applications must be received no later than January 31st of each year (eg. by January 31, 2011 to be considered for 2010 awards). Applications which are mailed must be postmarked no later than January 31st of each year and received by February 10th. (Please note that UPS, DHL and Federal Express and other private delivery services do not deliver to P.O. boxes. US Postal Service Standard Mail, Express Mail and Priority Mail is deliverable to the Foundation’s P.O. Box.)

How will I know if my application has been received and is complete? 
You will be notified by email that your application has been received and whether or not it is complete.
Sending your application in advance of the deadline allows you time to make necessary adjustments. 

May letters of support be sent electronically? 
We accept and encourage electronic letters of support. Your supporter may email this document to: Applications@horowitz-foundation.org. The email must be sent via the supporter’s organizational email account and, if possible, be displayed upon the letterhead with which the supporter is affiliated. The deadline for emailed or airmailed Letters of Support is January 31st of each year. 

Will the Horowitz Foundation make an award in the name of our institution? 
Awards are issued small grants to individuals; large grant awards may include the name of the
home-based institution.

Must I be a US citizen or a US resident to apply? 
Neither US citizenship nor US residency is required. 

What must I do to apply for a special award? 
Nothing beyond the standard application is required. All applicants are automatically eligible for the
special awards. Special awards are designated to recipients at the discretion of the Trustees based
upon the merits of the proposal for any particular special award and are not necessarily conferred
every year.


For further information contact Maureen Feldman, administrator of the HFSP. She can best
be reached at info@horowitz-foundation.org