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Explore 1,145 grant opportunities for humanities initiatives

BJA FY25 Second Chance Act Community-based Reentry Program
$1,000,000
U.S. Department of Justice (Bureau of Justice Assistance)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 4, 2026

Date Added

Mar 26, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community organizations and tribal governments for programs that assist adults transitioning from incarceration by offering services like job training, mentoring, and mental health support to reduce recidivism and improve reentry outcomes.

Humanities
Native American tribal organizations
BJA FY25 Second Chance Act Family-Based Substance Use Disorder Treatment Program
$1,000,000
U.S. Department of Justice (Bureau of Justice Assistance)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 4, 2026

Date Added

Mar 26, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state, local, and tribal governments, as well as nonprofit organizations, to deliver family-based substance use disorder treatment programs for parents under correctional supervision who are pregnant or have minor children.

Humanities
State governments
Ribbons of Hope Grant
$100,000
Invest in Women
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 17, 2026

Date Added

Mar 23, 2026

This grant provides $100,000 to nonprofit organizations in Georgia that create impactful projects focused on improving the lives of women and children in areas such as health, education, and economic independence.

Women & Girl Services
Nonprofits
Annual Program Statement for U.S. Presentation at International Art Biennales
$375,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Jan 1, 2099

Date Added

Mar 19, 2026

This grant provides funding to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations to showcase innovative American architecture at the Venice Architecture Biennale, promoting cultural diplomacy and international appreciation of American creative excellence.

Arts
Nonprofits
Research Grant Program
$245,000
Sharjah Archaeology Authority
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 31, 2026

Date Added

Mar 18, 2026

This funding initiative provides financial support for archaeological and scientific research in the Faya Palaeolandscape of Sharjah, UAE, targeting researchers with a PhD and a strong background in relevant fields to enhance understanding of the region's prehistoric human settlement and environmental conditions.

Science and Technology
Individuals
Freedom 250 Amplifying Exchange Alumni stories of excellence
$35,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Paraguay)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 17, 2026

Date Added

Mar 16, 2026

This grant provides funding to Paraguayan alumni organizations of U.S. exchange programs to share their success stories and promote the positive impact of American ideals on their personal and professional lives.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Collections Stewardship
$500,000
National Endowment for the Humanities
Federal

Application Deadline

May 11, 2026

Date Added

Mar 13, 2026

This funding opportunity supports U.S.-based nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and government entities in preserving and improving access to significant physical and digital humanities collections.

Humanities
State governments
Iredell County Community Foundation Grant
$20,000
Foundation For The Carolinas
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 13, 2026

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and educational institutions for innovative projects that improve education, human services, and mental health for residents of Iredell County, North Carolina.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Research Grant
$600
The Society for Theatre Research
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 11, 2026

This funding opportunity supports researchers and theatre practitioners exploring the history and practices of British theatre through scholarly and practice-based projects.

Arts
Individuals
Cultural Property Agreements Implementation Grants
$150,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 15, 2026

Date Added

Mar 10, 2026

This grant provides financial support for projects that protect cultural heritage and prevent illicit trafficking in countries with U.S. cultural property agreements.

International Development
Nonprofits
NEA Jazz Masters Tribute Concert and Related Events, FY 2027
$475,000
National Endowment for the Arts
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 9, 2026

Date Added

Mar 9, 2026

This funding opportunity is designed for U.S.-based nonprofit organizations and government entities to produce a public concert and related events honoring exceptional jazz musicians and advocates, while also promoting community engagement and educational programming.

Arts
State governments
Ambassador's Fund for Cultural Preservation
$250,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Georgia)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 3, 2026

Date Added

Mar 5, 2026

This grant provides funding for cultural heritage preservation projects in Georgia that demonstrate a connection to American history or influence, targeting reputable non-profit organizations and cultural institutions.

Humanities
Nonprofits
State and Jurisdictional Humanities CouncilsGeneral Operating Support Grants
$1,700,000
National Endowment for the Arts (National Endowment for the Humanities)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 6, 2026

Date Added

Mar 4, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and jurisdictional humanities councils to enhance their operations and promote humanities education and public awareness in local communities across the United States.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Fellowships
$60,000
National Endowment for the Arts (National Endowment for the Humanities)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 22, 2026

Date Added

Mar 3, 2026

This program provides funding for scholars conducting advanced research on American history, culture, or Western civilization, allowing them to focus full-time on their projects.

Humanities
Individuals
Awards for Faculty at HBCUs
$60,000
National Endowment for the Arts (National Endowment for the Humanities)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 22, 2026

Date Added

Mar 3, 2026

This program provides funding for faculty and staff at Historically Black Colleges and Universities to conduct research in the humanities, focusing on American history and culture or Western civilization.

Humanities
Individuals
Public Scholars
$60,000
National Endowment for the Arts (National Endowment for the Humanities)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 22, 2026

Date Added

Mar 3, 2026

This grant provides funding for authors to create nonfiction books about American history and culture or Western civilization, aimed at engaging a broad public audience.

Humanities
Individuals
State and Jurisdictional Humanities Councils General Operating Support Grants
$300,000
National Endowment for the Arts (National Endowment for the Humanities)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 3, 2026

This grant provides essential financial support to state and jurisdictional humanities councils across the U.S. to help them promote public engagement with the humanities and strengthen local educational and cultural initiatives.

Humanities
State governments
Fellowships for Advanced Social Science Research on Japan
$60,000
National Endowment for the Arts (National Endowment for the Humanities)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 22, 2026

Date Added

Mar 3, 2026

This grant provides financial support to U.S. and eligible foreign scholars for advanced research on Japan's society, economy, and international relations, fostering academic exchange and the development of new knowledge in the field.

Humanities
Individuals
Public Library Services Grant Program (Small Grants)
$1,500
Library of Michigan (LM)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 24, 2026

This funding opportunity supports Michigan's public libraries in enhancing community programming through the purchase of educational kits and materials that promote literacy, digital access, and local history.

Education
Nonprofits
South Lake Champlain Fund
$7,500
Vermont Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 23, 2026

This fund provides financial support for educational and research projects that promote the environmental health and cultural heritage of the southern Lake Champlain area, particularly those engaging local experts and communities.

Environment
Nonprofits

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