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The SAGES Program (SPSSI Action Grants for Experienced Scholars) was established to encourage retired members to apply their knowledge to helping solve social problems or to assist policy makers to solve social problems. Proposals are invited that use social science research findings to address social problems through direct action projects, consulting with not-for-profit groups, or through preparing reviews of existing social science literature that could be used by policy makers. Each year, a number of small grants in the $2,000-$3,000 range are funded. A larger exceptional grant up to $10,000 is a rare possibility and can be spent over a two-year period. Money can be used for hiring staff (including clerical assistance), computing fees, travel, telephone, or other justifiable expenses. Funding cannot be used as a stipend for the applicant. Proposals are evaluated based on how well they build on existing social science research and theory, the feasibility of the project, and the importance of the project.

The Clara Mayo Grant program supports masters' theses or pre-dissertation research on aspects of sexism, racism, or prejudice, with preference given to students enrolled in a terminal master's program. Studies of the application of theory or the design of interventions or treatments to address these problems are welcome. The program is sponsored by SPSSI's Clara Mayo Memorial Fund made possible by bequests from the family and friends of Professor Clara Mayo and by SPSSI member donations. Up to six grants will be awarded each cycle with a maximum grant amount of $1,000. Proposals that include a college or university agreement to match the amount requested will be favored, but proposals without matching funds will also be considered.