[Post updated 14 May 2018]
Application deadline 30 September 2018
The Henry Sweet Society for the History of Linguistic Ideas invites applications for the Martin Burr Grant, which awards small amounts of funding (usually up to a maximum of £500) to support any form of activity which brings together language and history and allows them to be enjoyed by a non-academic audience. This money is made available thanks to the generosity of the late Martin Burr who was himself a non-academic with a passion for the study of language and history and the connection between them.
Applications should include a statement of no more than 300 words to explain what the money will be used for, accompanied by a breakdown of the costs. The Henry Sweet Society can only offer up to £500 per application, but this may be supplemented by other sources of funding. Successful projects or activities should acknowledge the contribution of the Henry Sweet Society and the Martin Burr Bequest.
Both members and non-members of the Henry Sweet Society can apply for the grant. However, if non-members are successful in their application, they must join the Society before the grant can be awarded.
Applications and questions should be sent to Olivia Walsh.
History and Philosophy of the Language Sciences 
Can anyone apply for the grant or do you have to be a member of the Henry Sweet Society?
Anyone can apply for the Martin Burr award. However, if you are successful in your application, you must join the society before the award can be granted.