APF: Psychology and Philanthropy
As a grantmaking Foundation, we leverage the power of philanthropy to advance psychological knowledge by investing in innovative research and applications that prioritize people and their wellbeing. Learn more.
Our New Identity
At APF, we are revolutionizing the future of psychology with the support of donors, grantees and valued community members. Together, we are reimagining ways psychology and philanthropy can intersect and change the world for the better.
APF Programs
Upcoming Funding Opportunities
Direct Action Visionary Grants
Deadline: July 31, 2025
COGDOP Graduate Student Scholarships
Deadline: June 26, 2025
Sharon Stephens Brehm Undergraduate Psychology Scholarships
Deadline: July 10, 2025
Marian R. Stuart Grant
Deadline: July 10, 2025
Fund for Racial and Ethnic Diversity (FRED) Scholarship for Emerging Scholars
Deadline: July 31, 2025
Practice Based Evidence Fund Grant
Deadline: August 21, 2025
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Why APF?
Recipient Spotlight
I am deeply honored to receive this grant that will enable me to establish an independent line of research targeted toward addressing the critical needs of Black youth. It is vital funding for early-career researchers who both aim to serve and are part of communities that have been historically marginalized.”
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Tia Tyndal, PhD
2024 Dr. Diana Slaughter Kotzin and Mr. Joseph G. Kotzin Fund Grant
This grant makes it possible for me to investigate the neural foundations of emotion regulation in LGBTQ+ families, work that is often overlooked or deprioritized. It allows me to center inclusivity and diversity in my study population, ensuring that queer individuals from all backgrounds are represented. Most importantly, this support means I can focus on conducting meaningful research that advances both science and advocacy.”
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Jason Schmidt Avendaño
2025 Roy Scrivner Memorial Research Grant
This funding allows me to take the next step in turning research into action, ensuring that psychological science informs policies that support the most vulnerable children and families. It provides an invaluable opportunity to apply my expertise in child development and mental health to real-world challenges, shaping policies that expand access to care and reduce disparities.”
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Steven William Kasparek
2025 Jacquelin Goldman Congressional Fellowship
Receiving the Theodore Millon Grant in Personality Psychology has had an incredible impact on me as a budding researcher. This grant will help me take my research to the next level with the highest standards in psychological assessment.”
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Julia Catlin
2025 Theodore Millon Grant in Personality Psychology
This award will allow me to advance culturally sensitive and spiritually integrated psychotherapy through my research, writing, and most importantly, supervisory work. Thank you for the opportunity and the honor, encouragement, and motivation to continue serving those in need.”
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Fahad Khan, PsyD
2025 Division 29 Society for the Advancement of Psychotherapy Early Career Award
Featured Resources
Catch up on the latest Fireside Chats, webinars, blog posts, and more in the APF Resource Center!
APF’S Legacy & Future of Supporting LGBTQIA+ Research
Dr. Derek Phillips is a board-certified medical psychologist, and a clinical neuropsychologist and prescribing psychologist in the Department of Psychiatry at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health …
American Psychological Foundation Announces Inaugural Recipient of Direct Action Visionary Grant
American Psychological Foundation Announces Inaugural Recipient of Direct Action Visionary GrantAPF Direct Action supports psychologists and community organizations to provide evidence-based psychological interventions to communities …
Where in the World is APF with Dr. Laura Taylor
Welcome to “Where in the World is APF”, our recipient highlight series where we catch up with our grant, scholarship, and award recipients all over …