Through its research and educational programs, The Dirksen Congressional Center has an organizational commitment of long-standing to provide leadership in understanding Congress and its members and their role in the federal government. Two Center-sponsored grants programs support the work of others who share our interests.

For general information about preparing grant requests, please visit "What Grantmakers Want Applicants to Know." Not all the information posted there pertains to The Center's programs, but it is useful guidance.

Congressional Research Awards
Robert H. Michel Special Projects Grants
In November 2004, The Center announced a new grants program designed to improve the public's understanding of Congress.

PLEASE NOTE: The Center is not accepting new proposals at this time. Funds budgeted for the current fiscal year (ending September 30, 2011) have been obligated.