Private Humanities Grants

The Fund for Siouxland is an unrestricted endowment fund managed by the Siouxland Community Foundation, aiming to enhance the quality of life in the Siouxland communities. It utilizes the contributions from individuals, families, corporations, and other foundations to support a broad range of initiatives within an approximately 80-mile radius of Sioux City, Iowa. The fund prioritizes projects that collaborate with other agencies, address new and emerging needs with creative solutions, and demonstrate sound financial plans for future sustainability. Projects benefiting larger numbers of people, especially those at risk, are given preference. The grants generally do not exceed $5,000 and are not allocated to religious purposes, annual fund drives, political activities, capital campaigns, endowments, general operating expenses, individuals, budget deficits, or school playground equipment/uniforms. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual opening/closing deadline: February 15th to May 15th

This funding opportunity provides up to $10,000 to nonprofit organizations and educational institutions for creating engaging media projects that promote public understanding of humanities topics in Oklahoma.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in West Alabama to address critical community needs in areas such as arts, education, health, and social welfare through innovative and collaborative projects.

This funding opportunity provides up to $1,500 for urgent needs to government, Tribal, and non-profit organizations within specific counties in Oregon and Washington, excluding event sponsorships and operational budget support.

These grants support 501(c)(3) organizations in preserving Texas history. Eligible projects include historic property preservation, events promoting state history, preservation of artifacts or archival materials, Texas history education, museum programming, publications on Texas history, archeology, and cultural heritage. Grants are awarded quarterly for up to $5,000 (micro-grants) and annually for up to $25,000. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry detailing their project to grants@texashistoricalfoundation.org by no later than April 1, 2024. Approved funding for 2024 will be announced by the last week of September, 2024.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in West Virginia for public humanities projects that engage audiences in the study of various disciplines, including history, literature, and philosophy.

The Bowen Family Performing Arts Fund, managed by The Denver Foundation, aims to support performing arts programs. This initiative aligns with the foundation's mission to enhance opportunities for elementary and middle school youth, particularly those who have limited access to arts education. The grant seeks to foster an appreciation and understanding of various performing arts, connecting with the foundation's broader goal of supporting children from underserved or historically disadvantaged communities. The primary beneficiaries of this grant are elementary and middle school-aged youth who have fewer opportunities to engage with and learn about the arts. The impact goal is to increase their exposure to and appreciation of performing arts. The fund focuses on supporting programs within the seven-county Metro Denver region, ensuring that the foundation's efforts are concentrated within its defined service area and reach the intended demographic. The program prioritizes performing arts such as ballet, tap, jazz, opera, symphonic music, musicals, and theater productions. Strong applications will demonstrate an effective approach to promoting and furthering the teaching and appreciation of these art forms. The expected outcomes include increased participation in and understanding of performing arts among targeted youth, leading to enhanced cultural literacy and personal development. Measurable results could include attendance numbers, program completion rates, and feedback from participants and educators regarding the impact of the programs. While the document does not explicitly detail The Denver Foundation's overarching strategic priorities or theory of change, the focus on underserved youth in the arts suggests a strategic commitment to equitable access to cultural enrichment and youth development. The grant amounts, expected to range from $5,000 to $15,000, indicate a strategy of supporting numerous impactful, smaller-scale programs that can collectively create a significant difference within the community. The eligibility criteria emphasize supporting 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations or those with fiscal sponsors, ensuring that funds are distributed to legitimate and well-governed entities capable of delivering the intended programming.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and communities in Maine for humanities projects that promote public engagement and exploration of cultural and educational initiatives.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Staten Island artists, collaborative groups, and community arts organizations for public art and cultural projects that engage the local community and promote under-resourced disciplines.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Greater Hartford, Connecticut, to deliver essential emergency services and support for vulnerable residents facing basic needs like food security, medical aid, and financial assistance.

The Margaret E. Burnham Charitable Trust, established to honor the legacy of Margaret E. Burnham, a lifelong resident of Falmouth, Maine, supports nonprofit organizations operating within Maine. The Trust is dedicated to funding projects in five main areas: Community and Social Services (40%), Medical (10%), Education (20%), Arts and Culture (20%), and Environment (10%). It awards grants annually to tax-exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, prioritizing those that do not request multi-year funding, and explicitly excluding awards to individuals or religious organizations. The Trust reviews applications once a year in December, with a submission deadline of October 1st. Occasionally, the Trust also recognizes organizations for exemplary work or significant promise in these focus areas without a formal request. Grant renewed every year. Annual deadline: October 1st

The Harold and Rachel McMillen Foundation supports charitable purposes in Allen County, Indiana, with interests spanning arts and culture, education, environment and animals, health, human services, and religion. The foundation’s mission is to enhance community well being through grants to qualified organizations. Average awards typically range from 5,000 to 15,000 dollars. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) public charities, and applications must be submitted through the foundation’s online grant application form. Program areas include a broad range of community needs within Allen County. Applicants should present well defined projects that align with the foundation’s priorities and demonstrate capacity to deliver measurable community benefit. Grant duration is not specified in the public description. Applications are due May 1, 2024. Additional information and application procedures are provided through the trustee’s online portal referenced by Wells Fargo.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for New Jersey-based nonprofit organizations and government entities to implement public humanities projects that engage local audiences through activities like exhibitions, oral history projects, and community programs.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and tribal governments in New York State for projects that engage the public in meaningful discussions and reflections on current issues through the humanities.

This fellowship provides a prestigious opportunity for aspiring journalists with less than five years of experience to work alongside The Wall Street Journal's editorial team, enhancing their skills and contributing to impactful journalism.

The Arts and Culture Access funding is designed to support the engagement of Orange County Public Schools students in the arts, which is associated with improvements in math, reading, cognitive abilities, critical thinking, verbal skills, motivation, concentration, confidence, and teamwork. This initiative facilitates students' development of these skills through field trips and in-school programs that are integrated into their class curriculum. The program welcomes applications year-round, with a primary funding decision period in late summer. For priority consideration, applications should be submitted by June 30th, following the opening of the application period on June 1st.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofits in Illinois and Missouri that are addressing critical community needs through innovative or emergent programs, with a focus on areas such as basic needs, health, and youth success.

The Ledyard Rotary Foundation offers annual grants targeting community organizations within the local area, emphasizing support for emergency relief, educational enhancements, quality of life improvements, health care access and quality enhancements, and addressing social problems. This initiative aims to benefit the residents of Ledyard and southeastern Connecticut but is also open to supporting state, national, and international programs. Grant renewed every year. Grant annual deadline: May 15th

Missouri Humanities offers Mini Grants to support humanities based projects that serve audiences within Missouri. The organization promotes public engagement with history, literature, and cultural heritage through grants to eligible nonprofits and civic, educational, or cultural entities operating as nonprofits. Grants may fund honoraria and travel for speakers and scholars, supplies directly needed for funded activities, facility and equipment rental, publicity and communications, exhibit materials and design, acquisition of audiovisual equipment for interpretive exhibits, administrative expenses outside regular staff salaries, accessibility related costs, and printing. Projects must serve Missouri audiences and communities. Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations and civic, educational, or cultural organizations operating as nonprofits, including schools and other educational institutions, local governments and agencies, and civic associations. Applicants must have principal offices in Missouri, possess a UEI number, and may apply individually or in partnership; individuals and for profit entities are not eligible. Preference is given to underserved communities and first time or infrequent applicants. Mini Grants fund up to 5,000 dollars. Applications are due May 1, 2024 via the foundation’s process. Additional information is available from Missouri Humanities.

This funding opportunity provides up to $10,000 to nonprofit organizations and educational institutions in Oklahoma for projects that preserve and digitize important humanities collections to enhance public access and research.