Visionaries
The Visionaries programme supports people whose practice and thoughts might guide society to hopeful futures for all.
Funding
We fund and work in partnership with a range of organisations, collectives and individuals in pursuit of our mission.
Our current approach to funding
JRF’s external grants are largely tied to specific projects under our 3 focus areas. In 2025 we want to make more unrestricted grants, putting an additional £50 million to £100 million behind our mission-focused work over the coming 5-10 years.
Most of our funding is by invitation but we occasionally issue calls for proposals below.
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Call for proposals: Household economic insecurity and workplace productivity
About the project
JRF is seeking proposals for research to assess whether household economic insecurity affects individual productivity in the workplace. We’re seeking researchers or organisations with strong quantitative and economic analysis expertise, and experience delivering policy-relevant work to tight deadlines. The project will focus on identifying whether a causal relationship exists between levels of economic security and job performance, output and progression, with clear policy implications.
Budget and timeline
Budget: Up to £40,000 (including VAT)
Closing date: 5pm, Friday 27 March 2026
How to apply
Please submit a proposal (maximum four pages) outlining your methodology, timeline, team expertise, relevant experience, risks and budget. Please read the invitation to tender for full details, including project objectives and key dates.
Send proposals to camron.arefadib@jrf.org.uk and chris.belfield@jrf.org.uk.
For questions about the brief, contact Camron Aref-Adib before the closing date.
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