Grants for Individuals - Humanities

This funding opportunity supports U.S. and Japanese organizations in creating innovative projects that strengthen U.S.-Japan relations through public engagement in areas like security, democracy, and entrepreneurship.

The U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. This is an Annual Program Statement, outlining our funding priorities, the strategic themes we focus on, and the procedures for submitting requests for funding. PAS Kuala Lumpur invites proposals for programs that strengthen ties between the U.S. and Malaysia through cultural and exchange programming that highlights shared values and promotes bilateral cooperation. All programs must include an American cultural element, or connection with American expert/s, organization/s, or institution/s in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives.

This funding opportunity supports projects that foster cultural, educational, economic, and environmental collaboration between the United States and New Zealand, the Cook Islands, Niue, and Tokelau, targeting a diverse range of applicants including individuals, non-profits, and educational institutions.

This funding opportunity is designed for alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to implement innovative community projects in France that promote U.S.-France cooperation on global challenges.

PD La Paz invites proposals for programs that strengthen people-to-people ties between the United States and Bolivia through cultural, educational, professional and scientific exchanges that highlight shared values and promote bilateral cooperation. All programs must include an U.S. cultural element, or connection with U.S. expert/s, organization/s, or institution/s in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives.The PD Small Grants Program projects may include, but is not limited to:- Lectures, seminars, and speaker programs;- Artistic and cultural workshops, joint performances, and exhibitions;- Cultural heritage conservation and preservation projects;- Professional, cultural or academic exchanges and projects (including virtual exchanges with U.S. experts or communities);- Professional development workshops and training.

Humanities Montana Research Fellowship supports projects with a central focus in the humanities, a clearly defined theme, and involvement of professional humanists. Projects must include a public program, publicity, and evaluation plans where appropriate. There is a 1:1 cost-share requirement and applications involving Native American communities or cultures must demonstrate their involvement or address why they are not involved. Humanities Montana cannot fund projects focusing on personal concerns, non-public meetings, construction or operating expenses of existing organizations, lobbying or direct social action, one-sided treatment of an issue, fundraising for profit-making groups, alcoholic beverages or entertainment costs, and candidates running for political office.

This grant recognizes and rewards student and professional journalists in the U.S. who demonstrate exceptional ethical standards in their reporting, providing financial prizes based on the impact and integrity of their work.

This grant provides financial support to authors working on literary nonfiction projects that use oral history to explore significant events and narratives, helping them complete their unpublished works.

The St. Johns Cultural Council State of the Arts Grant Program, available to public school teachers and arts organizations in St. Johns County, Florida, offers up to six $1,500 grants for the development of new or enhanced artistic programs, covering costs such as production, materials, staff salaries, professional development, and insurance for public art projects.

This grant provides funding for master artists in Wyoming to mentor apprentices in traditional crafts, helping to preserve the state's cultural heritage through hands-on instruction.

This funding opportunity supports individual artists and arts professionals in Prince George’s County, Maryland, to create new works or advance ongoing projects that engage and benefit the local community.

This grant provides funding for creative individuals to develop and deliver free cultural programming in underserved neighborhoods of Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, fostering community engagement and access to the arts.

This grant provides financial assistance to eligible homeowners in Anniston, Alabama, specifically targeting elderly, disabled, or low-income residents to improve their housing and quality of life.

This program provides funding to individuals and small organizations in Illinois to engage communities with local history through projects that utilize archives, stories, and photography.

This program provides financial support to individual artists residing in New Jersey, helping them advance their creative projects across various artistic disciplines.

This funding initiative supports psychological research that enhances public understanding of LGBTQIA+ issues and alleviates stress within these communities, with a special focus on Black LGBTQIA+ individuals.

This grant provides funding for projects that explore and share the cultural significance and history of chocolate, targeting nonprofit organizations, educators, and individuals focused on education and community engagement in the U.S.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that improve the lives of women, children, and families in Bertie and Hertford counties, North Carolina, focusing on health, education, and human services.

This program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and private individuals in Pierce County for projects that preserve and promote historic and culturally significant resources.

This program recognizes and honors exceptional high school students in Louisiana who demonstrate outstanding achievements in academics, public service, and personal resilience, inspiring others in their communities.