QC offering up to P100,000 in research grants for students, teachers—here's how to apply
Quezon City is giving students, scholars, and academic professionals a chance to turn their research ideas into reality through grants of up to P100,000.
The city government has officially opened applications for the first batch of fellows under the Betty Go-Belmonte Research Grants Program, an initiative that aims to support studies that can contribute to Quezon City's holistic and sustainable development.
Through the program, participants are tasked with producing "evidence-based studies, practical recommendations, and research outputs that can help address community needs and guide public policy."
It is open to Filipino undergraduate and postgraduate students who are residents of Quezon City or enrolled in a higher education institution in the city. Filipino academic professionals who are teaching or serving as faculty members of a Quezon City-based higher education institution are also welcome to join regardless of their place of residence.
You may submit your application individually or as a team, provided that the designated project leader meets the eligibility requirements.
The proposals must "directly and clearly contribute to Quezon City’s development" or be aligned with their 14-point agenda. They should also contain "actionable insights, recommendations, or research outputs that may be applied in Quezon City."
Priority will be given to research that explores the root causes of pressing issues or helps strengthen the implementation of key city programs in areas such as human and social services, economic development, environmental sustainability, infrastructure, and institutional development.
Once you've been selected, you will receive a research grant amounting up to P100,000. You may also be granted an additional P20,000 for covering books and research materials, transportation expenses, and the printing and reproduction of research papers, subject to program guidelines.
QC Mayor Joy Belmonte highlighted the importance of research in helping the government resolve challenges faced by communities.
"In Quezon City, we value research because it helps us better understand the challenges confronting our communities and identify solutions that are grounded in evidence," she said.
"Through the Betty Go-Belmonte Research Grants Program, we hope to encourage more students, scholars, and academic professionals to undertake meaningful research that can inform policies, improve public services, and contribute to a better quality of life for our citizens," she added.
Those who are interested may apply through the Betty Go-Belmonte Research Grants module on the QC e-Services Portal until Aug. 31. The evaluation of proposals will begin on Sept. 1.
