Apply for International Development Grant Program

The SABA (Specialized Autism Services Association) / ABAI (Association for Behavior Analysis International) offers the International Development Grant to support individuals and organizations developing and/or disseminating behavior analysis internationally. For the 2027 grant cycle, the application period runs September 2026 to 13 January 2027, with notifications planned for June 2027. Up to 10 grants may be awarded annually, with award amounts ranging from US$1,000 up to US$5,000. Opportunity at a Glance

- Provider: SABA / ABAI (Specialized Autism Services Association / Association for Behavior Analysis International)

- Opportunity name: International Development Grant

- What it supports: Development and/or dissemination of behavior analysis internationally

- Funding amount (per award): US$1,000 up to US$5,000

- Number of grants: Up to 10 grants awarded annually

- Additional possible benefit: Top-scoring winner outside the United States may receive a travel grant up to US$1,000 to present at the annual convention (provided after the convention and contingent on attending/presenting) - Eligible applicants: Individuals or organizations formally affiliated with a university or institution; not currently receiving a SABA International Development Grant

- Review process: SABA Board of Directors reviews applications

- Application deadline (2027): 13 January 2027 (time zone not specified in the source)

- Applicants notified: June 2027 (month specified; date not provided)

- Source: SABA/ABAI grant page—“International Development Grant” (see link in How to Apply)

About the Opportunity

The International Development Grant is designed to increase opportunities for individuals and organizations to develop and/or disseminate behavior analysis internationally. The program aims to broaden access to knowledge and resources so that behavior analysis can expand across regions, particularly where applicants lack the resources to grow important information and skills.

Applicants may include:

- Coordinators and faculty of established international ABAI-recognized programs (including accreditation), and - Individuals interested in developing an ABAI-recognized or accredited program, provided they meet the applicable program requirements. Funding and Benefits

- Award range: The amount awarded will vary from US$1,000 up to US$5,000 per grant (as stated).

- Annual limit: Up to 10 grants may be awarded each year.

- Budget requirement: All expenses must be clearly detailed in the proposed budget statement.

- Encouragement to participate in the annual convention: Grant winners are encouraged to make submissions for and attend the annual convention, and, when feasible, to visit laboratories or institutes in the United States in the same trip. - Travel grant (additional): The top-scoring grant winner from outside the United States may be eligible for a travel grant up to US$1,000 to allow presentation at the annual convention. The travel grant is provided after the convention and is contingent upon the grantee’s presence and presentation. Who Is Eligible? All applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements: - Formally affiliated with a university or institution. - Not currently receiving a SABA International Development Grant. Additional eligibility context provided in the source: - Coordinators and faculty of established international ABAI-recognized programs (including accreditation) can apply. - Individuals interested in developing an ABAI-recognized or accredited program are also encouraged to apply if they meet the applicable program requirements. - Any further details on program requirements are not specified in the source; applicants should consult the official guidelines linked on the grant page. Eligible Activities or Priority Areas The source describes project types and priorities as follows: Projects will be viewed most favorably when they: - Address systems-level issues, and/or - Create lasting infrastructure that can enhance behavior analysis in a region over the long term. Projects that are generally not appropriate (not favored / not appropriate): - One-time events (e.g., a workshop) intended to influence individuals but not systems or infrastructure.

Areas especially encouraged:

- Projects that expand behavior science into new areas. - Projects that promote high-quality education in behavior analysis. - Projects that support research development. - Projects that advance the application of behavior analysis. - Projects that use behavior science to address the needs of communities experiencing concentrated disadvantage. Why This Opportunity Matters This grant is intended to help build capacity for behavior analysis internationally by funding initiatives that can produce durable regional impact, such as education systems, research development, and infrastructure—rather than short-term training events alone. If you are part of an international ABAI-recognized program or working toward program recognition, the grant’s focus on lasting development aligns with efforts to strengthen behavior analysis resources where gaps exist. How to Apply - Review the official grant page and application guidance on the SABA/ABAI website: SABA/ABAI – International Development Grant. - Prepare your application package, ensuring your proposed budget includes all expenses with clear detail (as required by the source). - Submit your application through the process described in the official guidelines on the grant page. - The source provided does not include the specific submission method or document checklist, so you should follow the instructions on the official opportunity page.

- Submit by the deadline: 13 January 2027 (time zone not specified in the source).

Application Tips or Common Mistakes - Avoid one-time, event-only proposals. The source indicates one-time events (like workshops) are typically not appropriate if they do not build systems or long-term infrastructure. - Do not request ineligible costs. The s