ISR Next Generation Initiative Fund

Support the Next Generation of Scholars at ISR

The Institute for Social Research (ISR) is committed to investing thoughtfully in pathway programs, training opportunities, and support for early career researchers. The Next Generation Initiative Fund provides vital financial resources and a community of peer support to promising scholars at a make-or-break time in their careers.

2026 marks an especially meaningful year for the Initiative, as we celebrate our 25th anniversary. Since 2001, the Next Generation Initiative has supported more than 700 emerging scholars, making a profound impact on their research and careers. Your support will help ISR continue to uplift scholars at the University of Michigan.

Please note: Contributions added to an existing endowed fund, and distributions from the Fund will be made in accordance with the University’s then existing endowment distribution policy and used and administered as provided in the documents establishing the Fund.