Humanities Grants
5 active federal humanities grant opportunities. Updated daily from Grants.gov.
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Collaborative Research
NEH · 20260916-RZ
Scholarly Editions and Translations
NEH · 20260916-RQ
U.S. Embassy Kuwait PAS Annual Program Statement
DOS-KWT · PAS-KWT-FY26-01
U.S. Mission New Zealand Annual Program Statement
DOS-NZL · PDS-NEWZEALAND-2026-01
U.S. Mission Public Diplomacy Grants Program – Cook Islands & Niue
DOS-NZL · PDS-NEWZEALAND-2026-02
About Humanities Grants
Federal humanities grants are funded by agencies like multiple federal agencies. They fund a wide range of programs and initiatives.
Who's eligible: Most humanities grants are open to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, state/local governments, tribal organizations, and educational institutions. Some are also open to for-profit small businesses (especially SBIR/STTR grants).
Typical timeline: Grants post with a 30-60 day application window. Most require a Letter of Intent (LOI) 2-4 weeks before the full application deadline. Starting early is critical — this is why alerts matter.
FAQ
How do I find humanities grants for my nonprofit?
Search Grants.gov by the Humanities funding category, or use GrantQuick to get automatic alerts matched to your mission — free for 1 search profile.
Do I need to be a 501(c)(3) to apply for humanities grants?
Most humanities grants require 501(c)(3) status, but some are open to government entities, tribal organizations, educational institutions, and even individuals or small businesses. Check each opportunity's eligibility section.
How much funding is available for humanities grants?
Individual awards range from $10K (planning grants) to $10M+ (multi-year program grants). The total federal funding for humanities programs exceeds tens of billions annually. Most small nonprofits target grants in the $50K-$500K range.