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FY2025 FY2026 Historic Preservation Fund - Paul Bruhn Historic Revitalization Subgrant Program
$750,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (National Park Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 23, 2026

Date Added

May 19, 2026

This program provides funding to state and local governments, tribal entities, and nonprofits for the rehabilitation of historic properties in rural communities, promoting economic development and cultural heritage preservation.

Community Development
State governments
FY2025 FY2026 Historic Preservation Fund - Semiquincentennial Grants
$750,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (National Park Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

May 19, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for the preservation of historic sites related to the early history of the United States, targeting public and nonprofit organizations involved in cultural heritage projects.

Natural Resources
State governments
Vince Dooley Battlefield Trust Fund Program
Contact for amount
Georgia Department of Natural Resources (GADNR)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 18, 2026

This program provides matching funds to nonprofit organizations and state agencies in Georgia for the acquisition and protection of historically significant battlefield lands associated with the Civil War, Revolutionary War, and War of 1812.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Humanities North Dakota Grant Program
$10,000
Humanities North Dakota
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 12, 2024

This funding opportunity provides up to $2,000 to support small-scale humanities projects, such as public discussions and local history initiatives, making cultural programming more accessible in communities.

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
Henry A. Jordan, M.D., Preservation Excellence Fund
$7,500
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 1, 2026

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and public agencies in the Mid-Atlantic region for innovative projects that promote historic preservation and environmental stewardship through planning and educational activities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Arts in Education Lifelong Learning Veteran's Projects
$2,000
Arkansas Arts Council
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 23, 2025

This grant provides funding for community organizations in Arkansas to host short-term arts residencies that engage veterans through hands-on artistic activities led by professional artists.

Arts
City or township governments
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 such as literature, history, and philosophy.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Humanities Texas Exhibition Grants
$2,500
Humanities Texas
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 6, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Texas-based educational and cultural organizations for hosting traveling exhibitions and related public programming that promotes engagement with the humanities.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Preservation Assistance Grants for Smaller Institutions
$15,000
National Endowment for the Arts & Humanities (National Endowment for the Humanities)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 8, 2026

Date Added

Jan 27, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to small and mid-sized organizations, such as libraries and museums, to help them preserve and manage their humanities collections effectively.

Humanities
State governments
Public Impact Projects Celebrating Americas 250th Anniversary
$200,000
National Endowment for the Arts & Humanities (National Endowment for the Humanities)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 9, 2025

Date Added

Jun 26, 2024

This funding opportunity supports cultural organizations in creating public humanities programs that commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, focusing on historical significance and community engagement.

Humanities
State governments
LEH Rebirth Grants
$5,000
Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities
Private

Application Deadline

May 1, 2024

Date Added

Jan 31, 2024

Grant Opportunity: LEH Rebirth Grants Funding Organization: Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities (LEH) Contact Information: Contact LEH grants staff for assistance Award Details: Grant awards range from $1,000 to $5,000. LEH may award partial amounts. Matching cost share in cash or in kind is required. Eligibility: Humanities-based organizations operating within the 64 parishes of Louisiana are eligible to apply. Eligible organizations include nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, public-facing organizations within accredited institutions of higher learning, state and local government agencies, and state or federally recognized Native American tribal governments in Louisiana. Organizations reaching underserved populations are encouraged to apply. Program and Intent: LEH Rebirth Grants support programmatic initiatives focused on the humanities. Eligible projects include public humanities programs, documentary photography, podcast and radio projects, humanities-based festivals and exhibition development, digital humanities projects, speaker series, assistance with publication projects, and humanities-based educational initiatives. Projects must involve the participation of credentialed humanities scholars. Application Timeline: Applications open on April 1 each year, with decisions announced in July. Rebirth project activities should be implemented between September 1 and October 31 of the following year. The application period for 2024 Rebirth Grants is April 1 to May 1, 2024. Funding Guidelines: Humanities scholars must play a central role in all phases of the project. Projects must focus on topics and themes drawn from the humanities or bring the analytical potential of the humanities to bear on current concerns. Programs must provide a balance of viewpoints, target public audiences, involve community representatives, and avoid advocacy and bias. LEH does not fund certain types of projects, such as creative and performing arts, research exclusively for scholarly audiences, scholarships, and political action. Nonprofit status is required, and cost share is expected. Evaluation and final reports are required for funded projects.

Humanities
Nonprofits
21st Century Museum Professionals Program (2026)
$500,000
National Endowment for the Arts (Institute of Museum and Library Services)
Federal

Application Deadline

Mar 13, 2026

Date Added

Jan 14, 2026

This federal grant provides funding to museums and related organizations in the U.S. to develop workforce training programs and recruit future museum professionals, enhancing their capacity to serve communities effectively.

Arts
Nonprofits
Celebrating America250: Arts Projects Honoring the National Garden of American Heroes
$25,000
National Endowment for the Arts & Humanities (National Endowment for the Arts)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 14, 2025

Date Added

Jun 14, 2025

This funding opportunity provides $25,000 to nonprofit organizations and local governments for arts projects that celebrate notable figures in American history as part of the 250th anniversary of American Independence.

Arts
Nonprofits
BJA FY24 Second Chance Act Improving Reentry Education and Employment Outcomes
$900,000
USDOJ-OJP-BJA (Bureau of Justice Assistance)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 11, 2024

Date Added

May 17, 2024

With this solicitation, BJA seeks to fund reentry services and programs focused on strengthening education and employment outcomes for individuals returning to their communities after a period of incarceration.

Humanities
State governments
Rediscovering Our Revolutionary Tradition
$750,000
National Endowment for the Arts (National Endowment for the Humanities)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 15, 2026

Date Added

Jun 17, 2025

This grant provides funding to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and government agencies to preserve and improve access to primary source materials related to America's independence and the establishment of its government.

Humanities
State governments
National Leadership Grants for Museums (2026)
$750,000
National Endowment for the Arts (Institute of Museum and Library Services)
Federal

Application Deadline

Mar 13, 2026

Date Added

Jan 14, 2026

This funding opportunity supports museums and related organizations in the U.S. to develop innovative projects that enhance community engagement, improve collections care, and promote lifelong learning.

Arts
State governments
Mississippi Humanities Council Grant : oral history grants (Fall)
$10,000
Mississippi Humanities Council
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 15, 2024

Date Added

Feb 14, 2024

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.

Community Development
Nonprofits
FY2024 Historic Preservation Fund - Paul Bruhn Historic Revitalization Subgrant Program
$750,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (National Park Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 21, 2025

Date Added

Jul 23, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments, tribal entities, and nonprofits for the rehabilitation of historic properties in rural communities, promoting economic development and cultural preservation.

Community Development
State governments
PepsiCo’s Juntos Crecemos Grant Program
$10,000
Hello Alice
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 20, 2024

This program provides financial support to women entrepreneurs who own small food and beverage businesses in the U.S., helping them address their funding needs and participate in a virtual business development program.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses