Grants

The TIAA Institute supports research and thought leadership through its grants program.

Research grants: Filling important knowledge gaps

The TIAA Institute is soliciting research proposals on our priority thematic areas below. The deadline for research proposal submissions is May 20, 2026, at 5 p.m. ET. For eligibility requirements, further details, and instructions on how to submit a proposal, please see the 2026 Request for ProposalsOpens pdf.

We have a strong interest in research proposals in the following thematic areas:

  • Annuities, Retirement Income, and Retirement Security
  • Behavioral and Psychological Factors of Annuity Demand
  • Economic and Market Factors of Annuity Demand

Strategic Collaborations

The TIAA Institute collaborates with leading organizations, such as the Pension Research Council, to fund research and advance knowledge in our areas of focus, including the behavioral dimensions of financial wellness.

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