The Public Awareness Grant, offered by the Society for the Advancement of Behavior Analysis (SABA), is designed to fund projects that promote behavior science and behavior analytic solutions to broad audiences. This grant focuses on reaching new or underserved communities with scientifically grounded messaging on important behavioral issues. With the intention of increasing public understanding and adoption of behavior analysis, successful projects must demonstrate a strong evidence-based foundation and a clear outreach strategy to audiences not currently served by existing efforts.
The grant supports a range of media and messaging formats, provided that all content is rooted in sound scientific principles. Awards range from $1,000 to $5,000, and up to two recipients may be selected each year. All budgeted expenses must be fully detailed in the application, and funds may not be used for fundraising efforts, marketing products or services, existing program operations, or staff salaries. This ensures the grant exclusively supports novel outreach and educational activities.
Administered and reviewed by the SABA Board of Directors, the application window for the 2026 grant cycle will open in September 2025 and close on January 14, 2026. Applicants will be notified of decisions in June 2026. Awardees must submit a final report outlining how the grant funds were used and providing a detailed breakdown of expenditures. This report is due to SABA by April 1 of the following year.
The Public Awareness Grant does not require matching funds. Proposals must include a detailed project plan, an itemized budget, and supporting documentation where applicable. While there are no stated restrictions on applicant type, the intended audience must be one not already reached by current behavior analysis dissemination efforts. The projects should prioritize clarity, accessibility, and measurable impact.
Recipients of this grant are recognized for their efforts in extending the reach of behavior analysis. Projects in recent years have included online resource platforms, professional education campaigns, and culturally specific outreach efforts. These initiatives have helped build public awareness around topics such as feeding disorders, autism interventions, and applied behavior analysis in neurorehabilitation.
Focus messaging on underserved audiences. Avoid budget requests for salaries or advertising. Ensure proposals demonstrate evidence-based communication strategies.
