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Humanities Grants

Explore 1,151 grant opportunities for humanities initiatives

National Leadership Grants for Libraries (2026)
$1,000,000
National Endowment for the Arts (Institute of Museum and Library Services)
Federal

Application Deadline

Mar 13, 2026

Date Added

Jan 14, 2026

This funding opportunity supports libraries, archives, and related organizations in the U.S. to develop impactful projects that enhance public services, promote civic engagement, and celebrate American history in conjunction with the 250th anniversary of independence.

Arts
State governments
Black Heritage Preservation Program Grants
$30,000
Indiana Landmarks
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 14, 2026

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Indiana for the restoration and preservation of historically significant sites and the interpretation of Black heritage, aiming to promote a more inclusive narrative of African American history.

Arts
Nonprofits
Museums for America (2026)
$300,000
National Endowment for the Arts (Institute of Museum and Library Services)
Federal

Application Deadline

Mar 13, 2026

Date Added

Jan 14, 2026

This grant provides funding to museums across the U.S. to enhance public engagement, lifelong learning, and collections care through innovative projects that benefit their communities.

Arts
Nonprofits
Inspire Grants for Small Museums (2026)
$75,000
National Endowment for the Arts (Institute of Museum and Library Services)
Federal

Application Deadline

Mar 13, 2026

Date Added

Jan 14, 2026

This program provides funding to small museums across the U.S. to improve educational programs, exhibit development, and community engagement initiatives.

Arts
Nonprofits
Native American Library Services Basic Grant (2026)
$10,000
National Endowment for the Arts (Institute of Museum and Library Services)
Federal

Application Deadline

Mar 13, 2026

Date Added

Jan 14, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to federally recognized Native American Tribes and Alaska Native corporations to improve their library and archival services, fostering community engagement and cultural preservation.

Arts
Native American tribal organizations
Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program (2026)
$1,000,000
National Endowment for the Arts (Institute of Museum and Library Services)
Federal

Application Deadline

Mar 13, 2026

Date Added

Jan 14, 2026

This grant provides funding to libraries, archives, and related organizations in the U.S. to improve workforce development, education, and training for library and information science professionals.

Arts
Nonprofits
Museums Empowered (2026)
$300,000
National Endowment for the Arts (Institute of Museum and Library Services)
Federal

Application Deadline

Mar 13, 2026

Date Added

Jan 14, 2026

This grant provides funding to museums across the U.S. to improve their operations and staff skills in areas like digital technology, program evaluation, and organizational management, promoting long-term sustainability and community impact.

Arts
Nonprofits
Grassroots Art Project Grant
$15,000
Arts Council of Fayetteville (Cumberland County)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 7, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and educational institutions in Cumberland County to promote diverse arts and cultural programming for the local community.

Arts
Nonprofits
The Podcast Pitch
$15,000
The Whickers
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 6, 2026

This initiative provides financial support and industry access to independent audio creators globally, enabling them to produce innovative and engaging audio documentaries in English.

Arts
Individuals
General Research Grants: Projects
$30,000
Gerda Henkel Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

May 28, 2026

Date Added

Dec 15, 2025

This funding opportunity supports research projects in historical humanities across various disciplines, including archaeology, art history, and social sciences, with a focus on both historical and contemporary societal issues.

Humanities
Individuals
Project Grants
Contact for amount
Virginia Beach Cultural Affairs Department (VB CAD)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 15, 2025

This grant provides funding for nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and local government units to implement arts and humanities projects that engage the Virginia Beach community.

Arts
Nonprofits
Endowments for Advancing the Humanities
$5,000,000
National Endowment for the Arts (National Endowment for the Humanities)
Federal

Application Deadline

Feb 10, 2026

Date Added

Dec 15, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to colleges, universities, and nonprofit educational institutions to establish long-term endowments that enhance teaching and research in the humanities, particularly focusing on Western civilization, American history, and civics.

Humanities
State governments
The Gina Ogden Curatorial Scholarship
$3,000
Gina Ogden Curatorial Scholarship Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 15, 2025

This scholarship provides funding for early-career researchers and therapists to explore holistic approaches to sexuality through research and therapeutic practices at the Kinsey Institute.

Health
Individuals
Curry County Cultural Coalition Grant
$1,500
Curry County Cultural Coalition
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 12, 2025

This grant provides funding to organizations in Curry County, Oregon, for new arts, humanities, and heritage projects that promote cultural enrichment and community engagement.

Arts
Nonprofits
Sound Residency
$8,000
Musée du quai Branly – Jacques Chirac
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 10, 2025

This residency provides financial support and resources for artists from Africa, Asia, the Americas, or Oceania to create sound-based artworks that engage with the themes and collections of a Parisian museum.

Arts
Individuals
America250 Mississippi Public Art Grant
$12,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (National Endowment for the Arts) and Mississippi Arts Commission.
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 9, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support for Mississippi-based nonprofits and government entities to create original public artworks that celebrate the state's cultural narratives and engage local communities.

Arts
Nonprofits
Humanities Research Fellowship for the Study of the Arab World
Contact for amount
New York University Abu Dhabi
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 9, 2025

This fellowship provides early-career scholars with the opportunity to conduct research on the Arab world while engaging with a vibrant academic community at NYU Abu Dhabi during the 2026–2027 academic year.

Humanities
Individuals
Snohomish County Historic Preservation Grant Program
$15,000
Snohomish County Historic Preservation Commission
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 8, 2025

This program provides funding to Snohomish County nonprofit organizations and public agencies for projects that preserve and promote the county's historical heritage through various activities and improvements.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Inspire Olympia Impact Funding
$50,000
City of Olympia Cultural Access
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 8, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofits in Olympia for cultural programs that promote arts, science, and heritage while ensuring accessibility and inclusivity for youth and underserved communities.

Arts
Nonprofits
Inspire Olympia Comprehensive Funding
$170,000
City of Olympia Cultural Access
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 8, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit cultural organizations in Olympia, Washington, to enhance access to arts, science, and cultural experiences, particularly for youth and underserved communities.

Arts
Nonprofits

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