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2026 CSU-ERFSA Grant Program Now Taking Applications

July 1, 2026

The 2026 CSU-ERFSA grant cycle is open now through noon, October 29. CSU-ERFSA grants are available to CSU-ERFSA members to support research and creative projects that are in accordance with the following goals:

  • Scholarly research on issues important to the retiree as a continuing member of an academic discipline or community;
  • Research and scholarly projects that contribute to the quality of life of the retirees in the University system;
  • Research pertaining to the retirement concerns of faculty/staff/administrators within the California State University System; and
  • Research and creative projects that contribute to a given academic discipline.

CSU-ERFSA encourages CSU-ERFSA members involved in research and creative projects to apply for a grant. The small grant program is competitive, with past awards ranging from $100-$1,000, depending upon the number of proposals and the amount of money made available for grants by the CSU-ERFA Foundation.

Find out more on the CSU-ERFSA Grants page. View the list of previous awardees and their projects on the Awards History page.

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