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Strengthening Evidence - Support for RCTs to Evaluate Social Programs and Policies RFP is sponsored by Arnold Ventures. This Request for Proposals (RFP) aims to strengthen the body of proven, effective policies, programs, and interventions by funding researchers to conduct rigorous randomized controlled trials across the spectrum of social policy.
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January 2026 Strengthening Evidence RFP - AV Proposals Portal January 2026 Strengthening Evidence RFP Opens Dec 10 2025 12:00 AM (EST) Deadline Mar 6 2026 11:59 PM (EST) Arnold Ventures' Evidence & Evaluation team leads AV’s efforts to strengthen causal evidence in social policy.
We believe that understanding which programs and policies work—and which do not—enables policymakers to direct limited resources toward the most effective strategies that improve outcomes at scale. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) are one of the strongest tools for generating credible causal evidence.
By comparing outcomes between a treatment group and a control group, RCTs transparently and credibly isolate the impact of a program, policy, or intervention. This clarity helps inform decision-makers and stakeholders and builds confidence to support impactful solutions.
This Request for Proposals (RFP) aims to strengthen the body of proven, effective policies, programs, and interventions by funding researchers to conduct rigorous RCTs across the spectrum of social policy. For more information about application requirements and previous funded projects, please visit the Evidence & Evaluation page here . Please direct any questions to EvidenceTeam@arnoldventures.
org . Please submit your letter of interest using this template by March 6, 2026. When you're ready to submit, please click "Apply."
We look forward to learning more about your proposed studies! January 2026 Strengthening Evidence RFP Arnold Ventures' Evidence & Evaluation team leads AV’s efforts to strengthen causal evidence in social policy. We believe that understanding which programs and policies work—and which do not—enables policymakers to direct limited resources toward the most effective strategies that improve outcomes at scale.
Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) are one of the strongest tools for generating credible causal evidence. By comparing outcomes between a treatment group and a control group, RCTs transparently and credibly isolate the impact of a program, policy, or intervention. This clarity helps inform decision-makers and stakeholders and builds confidence to support impactful solutions.
This Request for Proposals (RFP) aims to strengthen the body of proven, effective policies, programs, and interventions by funding researchers to conduct rigorous RCTs across the spectrum of social policy. For more information about application requirements and previous funded projects, please visit the Evidence & Evaluation page here . Please direct any questions to EvidenceTeam@arnoldventures.
org . Please submit your letter of interest using this template by March 6, 2026. When you're ready to submit, please click "Apply."
We look forward to learning more about your proposed studies! Dec 10 2025 12:00 AM (EST) Mar 6 2026 11:59 PM (EST)
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Researchers capable of conducting rigorous randomized controlled trials. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Strengthening Evidence - Support for RCTs to Evaluate Social Programs and Policies RFP is funded by Arnold Ventures. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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