Byron Hanke Fellowship 2026

Byron Hanke Fellowship 2026 Overview

The Byron Hanke Fellowship is a prestigious award that provides financial assistance to graduate students in the US and Canada who are pursuing research projects related to community associations. This fellowship is sponsored by the Foundation for Community Association Research, with the goal of promoting the advancement of community association development, management, and governance.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for this fellowship, applicants must be currently enrolled in a Master's, PhD, or law program at an accredited institution in the US or Canada. Their research topics should focus on community associations, exploring issues such as financial crises, aging infrastructure, home values, technology risks, and environmental conservation.

Fellowship Awards

The fellowship provides partial funding, ranging from $3,000 to $5,000, which is distributed over a period of one year. This financial support is designed to facilitate significant research that can make a valuable contribution to the field and benefit the Foundation for Community Association Research.

Application Process

Interested candidates are required to submit a detailed research proposal, along with references and a writing sample, by the deadline of May 1, 2026. For more information and to submit an application, please visit the official application page.

Research Focus Areas

• Exploring the Impact of Community Associations on Lien Priority, Insolvency, or Foreclosure
• Addressing the Challenges of Aging Infrastructure and Resident Needs within Community Associations
• Assessing the Effect of Community Associations on Home Values and Resale Activity
• Managing Technological Risks and Data Collection in Community Associations
• Environmental Conservation and Protection Efforts by Community Associations