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Private Humanities Grants

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General Research Grants: Projects
$30,000
Gerda Henkel Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 15, 2025

This funding opportunity supports research projects in historical humanities across various disciplines, including archaeology, art history, and social sciences, with a focus on both historical and contemporary societal issues.

Humanities
Individuals
Marjorie Moore Charitable Foundation
Contact for amount
Marjorie Moore Charitable Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 25, 2024

This grant provides funding to organizations in Kensington, Connecticut, that deliver essential human services or health care programs to underserved populations.

Arts
Nonprofits
Mary Gourlay Charitable Trust Fund
$5,000
Mary Gourlay Charitable Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 15, 2025

This funding opportunity supports organizations in Pennsylvania that provide services specifically for blind individuals, with a focus on those operating in Philadelphia.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Cornerstone: Learning for Living
$300,000
The Teagle Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 20, 2024

This initiative provides funding to U.S. higher education institutions to revitalize humanities education through transformative, text-based learning experiences that enhance critical thinking and communication skills among students.

Humanities
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Harry M., Miriam C. and William C. Horton Grant Program
$10,000
Harry M., Miriam C. and William C. Horton Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 25, 2024

This fund provides financial support for projects in Rhode Island that meet basic needs like food, shelter, and healthcare, with grants ranging from $3,000 to $10,000 for one year.

Education
Nonprofits
Iredell County Community Foundation Grant
$20,000
Foundation For The Carolinas
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 13, 2026

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and educational institutions for innovative projects that improve education, human services, and mental health for residents of Iredell County, North Carolina.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Chatham Education Foundation Grant
$2,500
Chatham Education Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 3, 2025

This grant provides funding to enhance educational experiences for students and educators in the Chatham Central School District through innovative projects and initiatives.

Education
Individuals
Competitive Major Grants
$125,000
SC American Revolution Sestercentennial Commission
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 1, 2025

This program provides funding to South Carolina organizations and local governments for projects that promote public understanding of the state's role in the American Revolution, including exhibits, educational initiatives, and historic tourism efforts.

Humanities
County governments
Music and Arts in Nebraska
$3,500
Whitmore Charitable Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 26, 2024

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Omaha, Nebraska, to promote and enhance music and arts initiatives within the city.

Arts
City or township governments
Adams-Mastrovich Family Foundation Grant
$20,000
Adams-Mastrovich Family Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Los Angeles County and South Dakota that support women in crisis, promote education and job training, and enhance music and performing arts programs, particularly for youth.

Education
Nonprofits
Annual Grants Program
$25,000
Texas Historical Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 19, 2026

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations working on projects that preserve and promote Texas history, benefiting communities across the state.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Sioux County Community Foundation Grant
$15,000
Sioux County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 18, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and local government units in Sioux County, Iowa, to support community-enhancing initiatives in areas such as arts, education, health, and environmental conservation.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Planning Grant
$25,000
Connecticut Humanities
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 6, 2024

This funding opportunity supports Connecticut-based nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and recognized tribes in planning humanities-focused projects that promote diverse perspectives and community engagement.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Teacher Institute Grants
$20,000
West Virginia Humanities Council
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 6, 2025

This grant provides funding for West Virginia colleges, universities, and the state Department of Education to create summer seminars that deepen K–12 teachers' understanding of humanities subjects through collaboration with qualified scholars.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Arenac County Community Partnership Grants
$5,000
Bay Area Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 10, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, schools, and government entities in Bay County, Michigan, to support a variety of community-enhancing projects in areas such as arts, education, health, and recreation.

Community Development
Nonprofits
The Bill and Susan Sherrard Foundation Grant
$40,000
The Bill and Susan Sherrard Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 27, 2024

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Henry County, Illinois, focusing on educational assistance for local students, historic preservation, religious initiatives, and nursing home care for those in need.

Education
Nonprofits
Buster Coleman Charitable Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Buster Coleman Charitable Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 26, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Wichita County, Texas, and nearby areas for projects that support children, protect animals, or promote community welfare through educational and faith-based initiatives.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Inclusive History Grant Program
$4,000
Maryland Two Fifty Commission
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 24, 2025

This funding initiative supports nonprofit organizations and government entities in Maryland that are dedicated to researching and sharing the diverse and inclusive histories of the state, particularly those narratives that highlight the experiences of under-represented communities.

Humanities
Nonprofits
The Muessel-Ellison Memorial Trust Foundation Grant
$15,000
The Muessel-Ellison Memorial Trust Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 7, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit and public-serving organizations that enhance cultural, educational, environmental, health, and human services for residents of South Bend and St. Joseph County, Indiana.

Infrastructure
Nonprofits
The Paulina and Stephen Cepreghy Foundation Grant
$15,000
The Paulina and Stephen Cepreghy Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 23, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in New Jersey that focus on environmental sustainability, cultural arts, education, social justice, and print-based media initiatives.

Environment
Nonprofits