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Grants for Private institutions of higher education - Humanities

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Grants for Change Program
$45,000
Maine Initiatives
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 4, 2024

This program provides over $1.5 million in unrestricted funding to nonprofit organizations in Maine that are led by and serve Black, Indigenous, and People of Color communities, focusing on dismantling racial injustice and promoting racial justice initiatives.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Museums for America (2027)
$350,000
National Endowment for the Arts (Institute of Museum and Library Services)
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 13, 2026

Date Added

Sep 2, 2026

This grant provides funding to museums of all types across the U.S. to develop educational programs, enhance community engagement, and improve the care and accessibility of their collections.

Education
Nonprofits
Collaborative Research
$250,000
National Endowment for the Arts (National Endowment for the Humanities)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 16, 2026

Date Added

Jul 8, 2026

This funding opportunity supports teams of scholars collaborating on projects that advance knowledge in American history and culture or Western civilization, with a focus on producing significant interpretive works.

Humanities
Nonprofits
The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations Grant
Contact for amount
Arthur Vining Davis Foundations (AVDF)
Private

Application Deadline

Nov 13, 2026

Date Added

Jul 10, 2025

This grant provides funding opportunities for private higher education institutions to support innovative projects and initiatives that enhance their educational offerings.

Education
Private institutions of higher education
Convening Grants
$25,000
Terra Foundation for American Art
Private

Application Deadline

Nov 30, 2026

Date Added

Aug 25, 2026

This funding opportunity supports organizations hosting gatherings that promote knowledge sharing, relationship building, and intercultural exchange focused on American visual arts and Indigenous arts of North America.

Arts
Nonprofits
Lloyd G. Balfour Foundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
Lloyd G. Balfour Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Nov 1, 2026

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This grant provides funding for educational scholarships for Balfour Company employees and their families, as well as support for organizations serving the Attleboro community and educational initiatives across New England, particularly for underserved populations.

Education
Nonprofits
Mellon/ACLS Dissertation Innovation Fellowship
$50,000
American Council of Learned Societies
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 28, 2026

Date Added

Sep 3, 2024

This fellowship provides financial support for doctoral students in the humanities and social sciences to pursue innovative dissertation research projects that promote diverse and inclusive academic practices.

Education
Individuals
Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program (2027)
$1,000,000
National Endowment for the Arts (Institute of Museum and Library Services)
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 13, 2026

Date Added

Sep 2, 2026

This grant provides funding to libraries, archives, and educational institutions to recruit, train, and retain library and information science professionals, enhancing their ability to meet community information needs.

Education
Nonprofits
Cooper Foundation Grants
Contact for amount
Cooper Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 26, 2024

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, public schools, and governmental units in Nebraska that aim to improve community life through projects in arts, education, human services, and more, with a focus on measurable impact and sustainability.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Exploring and Enhancing Outdoor and Heritage Tourism in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed
$50,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (National Park Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 4, 2026

Date Added

Aug 28, 2026

This grant provides funding to various organizations, including local governments and nonprofits, to promote outdoor recreation and heritage tourism in the Chesapeake Bay watershed, fostering community economic development and enhancing visitor experiences.

Community Development
State governments
Museum Grants for American Latino History and Culture (2027)
$500,000
National Endowment for the Arts (Institute of Museum and Library Services)
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 13, 2026

Date Added

Sep 2, 2026

This grant provides funding to American Latino museums and related organizations to enhance their capacity to serve communities and develop a professional workforce in the field of American Latino history and culture.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
Humanities North Dakota Grant Program
$10,000
Humanities North Dakota
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 12, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in North Dakota for projects that promote public engagement and dialogue around historical, cultural, and ethical issues, fostering critical thinking and civic participation.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Humanities Montana Opportunity Grant Program
$2,000
Humanities Montana
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 5, 2023

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and public institutions in Montana for innovative public humanities projects that promote community engagement and cultural collaboration.

Arts
Nonprofits
Digital Justice Development Grants
$100,000
American Council of Learned Societies
Private

Application Deadline

Nov 3, 2026

Date Added

Sep 25, 2024

This grant provides funding to humanities scholars and projects that focus on advancing digital tools and methods to engage with the histories and interests of marginalized communities, promoting inclusivity and sustainability in digital scholarship.

Humanities
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
U.S. Mission to the United Nations – Geneva Small Grants Program
$40,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to United Nations)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 5, 2020

This funding opportunity supports projects that promote U.S. policy priorities in multilateral settings, focusing on themes like human rights, global health, and climate action, and is open to non-profit organizations, think tanks, and educational institutions operating in Geneva or internationally.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Hudson County History Partnership Program
$15,000
Hudson County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs/Tourism Development (HCOCHA/TD)
Local

Application Deadline

Sep 25, 2026

Date Added

Sep 4, 2024

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Hudson County to enhance local history programs and outreach, particularly to underserved communities.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Indiana Humanities Mini-Grants
$1,000
Indiana Humanities
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 19, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Indiana for public humanities projects that promote community engagement and education in areas like literature, history, and philosophy.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Community Arts Experience Grants
$5,000
Oklahoma Arts Council
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 26, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support for Oklahoma-based organizations to create public arts events that enhance community engagement and cultural experiences.

Arts
Nonprofits
Student-Serving Projects Grants
$10,000
Oklahoma Humanities
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This funding opportunity provides up to $10,000 to nonprofit organizations and educational institutions in Oklahoma to create and enhance humanities-based learning experiences for K-12 public school students.

Arts
Nonprofits
Arts and Culture Grants
$10,000
Rocky Mountain Power Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 15, 2024

Date Added

Feb 28, 2024

The Rocky Mountain Power Foundation offers grants to support arts and culture projects including arts festivals, cultural heritage, museums, music, theater/drama, and visual arts. These grants aim to enrich communities within the Rocky Mountain Power and Pacific Power service territories, which include Utah, Wyoming, Southeastern Idaho, Oregon, Central/Southeastern Washington, and Northern California. Applicants are encouraged to create an account and submit their proposals through the online grant application portal, focusing on projects that align with the foundation's mission towards education, civic and community betterment, culture and arts, and health, welfare, and social services. Grant renewed every year. Annual deadline: September 15th

Arts
Nonprofits