RESOURCES FOR INDEPENDENT RESEARCHERS

Unfortunately, Submeta does not have the resources to evaluate grant applications from independent researchers.  However, we have relationships with other groups which are able to do so. Occasionally, we offer support in partnership with these organizations. 

THEISS RESEARCH
http://www.theissresearch.org/
 
Although not a source of funding itself, this group helps independent researchers prepare, submit, and administer grants from a variety of sources. 

FOUNDATIONAL QUESTIONS INSTITUTE
http://www.fqxi.org/

This group offers grants for creative work in cosmology and physics.
If you're looking for some interesting reading, take a look at the "community" section of their web site.