Grants for Native American tribal organizations - Humanities

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and educational institutions in Oklahoma to create engaging cultural experiences that explore local history and heritage through public programs and events.

This funding opportunity supports U.S.-based nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and government agencies in conducting research on the value and impact of the humanities, including topics like public perception, education, and the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Office of Challenge Programs is accepting applications for Graduate Education in the Humanities: A National Convening, a cooperative agreement to plan and host a national convening to evaluate the current state of graduate education in the humanities, to make recommendations for programs to prepare graduate students for a variety of humanities-related careers, and to develop a roadmap that articulates a strategic vision for graduate education in the humanities. The project will be funded through a combination of federal matching funds and related fundraising from non-federal third parties.

The Idaho Fish & Wildlife Foundation is offering grants to support projects that align with its mission to sustain Idaho’s fishing, hunting, and wildlife heritage. Eligible applicants include the Idaho Department of Fish and Game and tax-exempt organizations. Volunteer groups can apply if they have fiscal sponsorship and an endorsement letter from a tax-exempt organization. The maximum funding request is $10,000, with a preferred but not required one-to-one match of Foundation funds. Projects must be completed by December 31, 2025. The Foundation does not fund projects outside Idaho, multi-year proposals, salaries (except for contract personnel), advocacy or fundraising activities, ongoing operating costs, or pass-through grants. Only one applicant may apply per project; if part of a consortium, the lead applicant must apply. Grant renewed very year; January 1st to April 30st

New Mexico Arts offers grants ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 to nonprofit organizations and other entities for arts and cultural programs, including performing, visual, literary, media, multidisciplinary, and interdisciplinary arts, with a focus on equitable distribution of funds across all categories and communities, to be used during the state fiscal year from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state historical records advisory boards to improve the preservation and accessibility of historical records across various initiatives.

This grant provides funding for projects that use digital platforms to share and enhance public understanding of humanities topics, engaging both scholars and digital media professionals.

This program provides funding to support collaborative projects among multiple archives to improve access to historical records, particularly focusing on small, diverse, and underrepresented institutions.

This funding opportunity supports projects that enhance the preservation and accessibility of humanities collections, particularly those addressing challenges like technological obsolescence and climate change impacts.

This funding opportunity supports U.S. nonprofit organizations, academic institutions, and government agencies in preserving and enhancing access to historical records that illuminate the nation's democracy, history, and culture, particularly those representing diverse voices.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to cultural institutions like libraries, museums, and archives to implement environmentally sustainable methods for preserving their collections and improving resilience against climate change.

This funding opportunity supports U.S.-based nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and government agencies in developing innovative digital tools and research methods that enhance humanities scholarship and public engagement.

The National Historical Publications and Records Commission seeks Archives Collaboratives of three or more repositories working together to make their collections more readily available for public discovery and use. The grant program will fund Archives Collaboratives to: share best practices, tools, and techniques; assess institutional strengths and opportunities; create replicable and sustainable digital platforms for historical collections; virtually unify records from multiple repositories; and promote management structures for long-term sustainability and growth. The Commission welcomes collaborations that target institutional advancement for small and underserved local archives and repositories, especially those with collections that focus on the voices and perspectives of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. Archives Collaboratives must consist of three or more organizations. They may: ? be located in the same community, state, or geographic region ? be virtual or online collaboratives ? share affinities among the scope and subject matter of their collections ? have similar organizational missions ? serve similar types of user communities Award Information Applicants may apply for either a Planning Grant or an Implementation Grant. You need not have previously received an NHPRC Planning Grant in order to apply for an Implementation Grant. Planning Grants are available to plan and develop a working collaborative of three or more partners designed to enhance the capacity of small and diverse organizations with historical records collections. Commitments to the Archives Collaborative should be secured from partners at the time that the application is submitted. Together, the partners would develop a mission, work plan, and timeline to carry out a shared project or develop a shared best practice, tool, or technique that will increase public access to historical records. Applicants are eligible to receive one-year planning grants up to $25,000, shared by the consortia, to carry out the project. The NHPRC expects to make up to four grants in this category for up to $100,000. Applications are due on May 8, 2024, with a start date for implementation of January 1, 2025. Implementation Grants are available for Archives Collaboratives to put into practice the action items identified during their planning process, whether done independently or through a Planning Grant from the NHPRC. Projects that demonstrate commitments by member organizations to the Archives Collaborative, a work plan, and timeline are eligible to receive one- or two-year implementation grants up to $100,000, shared by the consortia, to carry out the project. The NHPRC expects to make up to four grants in this category for up to $400,000. Applications are due on May 8, 2024, with a start date for implementation of January 1, 2025. The Commission requires that grant recipients acknowledge NHPRC grant assistance in all publications and other products that result from its support. Eligibility Eligible applicants: ? Nonprofit organizations or institutions ? Colleges, universities, and other academic institutions ? State or local government agencies ? Federally-acknowledged or state-recognized Native American tribes or groups For a comprehensive list of the Commissions limitations on funding, please see What we do and do not fund. Applications that consist entirely of ineligible activities will not be considered. In order to ensure eligibility, applicants should first review the rules and regulations governing NHPRC grants under the Administering an NHPRC Grant section. Cost Sharing The total costs of a project are shared between the NHPRC and the applicant organization. Cost sharing is required. The applicants financial contribution may include both direct and indirect expenses, in-kind contributions, non-Federal third-party contributions, and any income earned directly by the project. Indirect costs must be listed under the applicants cost sharing contribution. NHPRC grant recipients are not permitted to use grant funds for indirect costs (as indicated in 2 CFR 2600.101). The Commission provides no more than 75 percent of total project costs for the Planning and Implementation Grants. For example, a request of $75,000 in NHPRC grant funds means the applicant institution must provide at least $25,000 in cost share. Other Requirements Applicant organizations must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to submitting an application, maintain SAM registration throughout the application and award process, and include a valid Unique Entity ID in their application. To register or request a Unique Entity ID, go to https://sam.gov. Already manage an entity that does business with the federal government? You may want to consult this article on the transition from DUNS to the Unique Entity ID. Ensure your SAM.gov and Grants.gov registrations and passwords are current. It may take up to one month to register or reactivate your registration with SAM.gov and Grants.gov. NHPRC will not grant deadline extensions for lack of registration.

COMMUNITY HEART & SOUL GRANT GUIDELINES TIMELINE Application Cycle: April 11, 2024 – August 16, 2024 Introductory Webinars: April 11 and 25, 2024 "Getting Started" Webinars: May 16, June 20, July 18, 2024 Grant Period: October 1, 2024 – August 31, 2026 Final Reports Due: September 15, 2026 PROGRAM DETAILS Innovia Foundation's Community Heart & Soul® Program aims to empower rural communities through resident-driven processes and action in Eastern Washington and North Idaho. Benefits include increased community involvement, volunteerism, and economic development. The approach is based on three principles: INVOLVE EVERYONE, FOCUS ON WHAT MATTERS MOST, and PLAY THE LONG GAME. Grants of $30,000 each, with a $10,000 local match, will support community projects over two years. NONDISCRIMINATION/ANTI-HATE POLICY Innovia Foundation strictly prohibits funding organizations engaged in hateful activities or discrimination. Applicants must adhere to these standards. QUESTIONS? Contact Jennifer Stapleton at 509.624.2606.

This funding opportunity supports collaborative efforts to strengthen the archival capacity of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) by enhancing their ability to preserve, access, and promote their unique collections.

Arts Midwest is offering Cultural Sustainability: Equity-Based Operating Grants of up to $67,000 to small arts and culture organizations rooted in communities of color, providing general operating support for those with annual expenses up to $500,000 in selected states.

This funding opportunity supports U.S.-based nonprofit organizations, academic institutions, and government agencies in enhancing public access to historical records through preservation, digitization, and improved discoverability of archival collections.

The U.S. Embassy Argentina Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce its Public Diplomacy Annual Call for Strategic Programs. PAS will evaluate those proposals that focus exclusively on the development of one or more of the following strategic programs: A) International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) On Demand. B) Empowering Women Leaders in Congress and Local Legislatures C) Empowering Women Leaders in Argentine Labor Unions D) Academy of Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) E) Alumni Groups Meeting and Networking Event F) Argentina TESOL Annual Convention G) Empowering Youth program H) Promote Democracy Among Youth I) Study of the United States Program J) Bilingual Science Camp To apply, please read carefully the additional information contained in the documents attached.

The Expand Massachusetts Stories Grant - Open Track offers funding up to $20,000 for projects that amplify under-recognized narratives and voices in Massachusetts. Focused on using humanities tools such as inquiry, contextualization, and reflection, this grant seeks to enhance public understanding of the diverse histories and experiences within the state. Projects eligible for funding include oral histories, community-centered museum exhibitions, and other humanities-focused initiatives. The grant is competitive, with applications reviewed based on their contribution to a more inclusive narrative of Massachusetts.

The Mississippi Humanities Council offers grants to support projects that engage communities in meaningful dialogue, attract diverse audiences, and are participatory and engaging, applying humanities to everyday life. Grants support public humanities programs, exhibits, planning of larger projects, and the development of original productions in various media. Regular grants : start at $2,500 to $10,000. Regular grants applications are accepted on May 1st and September 1st Grant renewed every year.