The SPOOM Research Grants are offered by the Society for the Preservation of Old Mills. The purpose of these grants is to provide financial assistance to researchers focusing on mills or milling-related subjects, with a specific focus on preservation. The grants are available to individuals seeking support for their research on these subjects and are active members of SPOOM.

Here are the key details of the SPOOM Research Grants:

• Level of Study: Graduate Degree (full-time students)
• Award Type: Grant
• Purpose: To provide financial assistance to researchers working on mills or milling-related subjects with a focus on preservation.
• Focus: Preservation of mills
• Qualifications: Applicants must be individuals seeking support for their research on mills or milling-related subjects and must be active members of SPOOM. Additionally, applicants must be full-time students and in good standing.
• Duration: Annual grant
• To Apply: Applicants are required to submit a description of the project and mill, photographs, and a project budget. The application and supporting materials must be submitted through the SPOOM website as indicated at the end of the application.
• Deadline: The application deadline for the SPOOM Research Grants is August 1. All applications and supporting materials must be submitted before this date to be considered for the grant.
• Contact Information: For further information or inquiries, interested individuals can contact John Lovett via email at fallsmill@gmail.com.
• More Information: For more details about the SPOOM Research Grants, interested applicants can visit the Society for the Preservation of Old Mills website at http://www.spoom.org.

Researchers focusing on mills or milling-related subjects and aiming to contribute to their preservation are encouraged to apply for the SPOOM Research Grants. Make sure to follow the application process and submit all required materials before the deadline to be considered for the grant.

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