New applications must be received by August 1, for a decision in December.

Applications are received once a year and final decisions are made by the Board of Directors at its meeting in December. Applicants will be informed promptly by letter of the Board's decision. Grants ordinarily commence on January 1, but later starting dates may be requested if the nature of the research makes this appropriate.

Applications for continuation are also due on August 1 for a decision in December or on February 1 for a decision in June.

Continued support for a project tentatively approved for longer than one year depends on a satisfactory report of progress, an accounting of funds expended during the previous year, and the submission of a budget for the coming year not exceeding that originally approved. This application must be submitted at the appropriate due date, approximately five months before the start of the next funding year. Grantees are responsible for requesting the continuation form from the foundation's offices and meeting these deadlines.