Research Funding Available To Investigate the Impact of Horses on Humans

Horses and Humans Research Foundation 2011 Call for Proposals

Research Funding Available To Investigate the Impact of Equine Assisted Activities

Accepting applications up to$50,000

May 15, 2011 Deadline

Chagrin Falls, OH – March 4, 2011 Horses and Humans Research Foundation (HHRF) invites proposals to investigate the effects of horses on humans. The Foundation's broad research agenda includes basic research as well as clinical studies that will ultimately impact physical and mental health and the quality of life for participants in equine-assisted activities/therapies.

Grants are awarded on a competitive basis, taking into account scientific merit, scientific and clinical significance and relevance to areas designated by the Foundation. Preference will be given to investigators with solid credentials and research experience. The average grant award is $50,000 for up to a one year period.

Now available at the HHRF website:

· Informational 'webinar' for prospective grant applicants. This informational webinar is a pre-recorded event which focuses on the HHRF research grant application process and lasts about one hour. Click here to listen.

· All application materials

· Copies of previously funded applications

· Feedback from the scientific review committee about previously submitted applications

Researchers may contact the foundation office for assistance finding local programs that provide equine-assisted activities/therapies, for possible collaborations.

Additional links:

· HHRF Board and Committees

· DONATE

For more information on supporting this research or becoming a donor, contact KC Henry, Executive Director, KCHenry@horsesandhumans.org.