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State Humanities Grants

Explore 164 grant opportunities

Certified Local Government Program Matching Grants
$150,000
Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 12, 2026

This program provides financial support to Illinois city and county governments for projects that enhance and preserve local historic resources through effective preservation programs.

Humanities
City or township governments
Project Support Grant
Contact for amount
Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 11, 2024

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations focused on arts and culture, as well as municipalities and educational institutions that incorporate arts into their broader missions, helping to enhance access and engagement with creative expression across Michigan.

Arts
Nonprofits
Oklahoma Heritage Preservation Grant Program
$25,000
Oklahoma Historical Society
State

Application Deadline

Feb 10, 2027

Date Added

Sep 18, 2024

This program provides funding to Oklahoma-based tribal and municipal governments, as well as not-for-profit historical organizations, to support projects that preserve and promote the state's rich heritage through collections, exhibits, and educational initiatives.

Arts
City or township governments
Fast Track Literary Grants
$2,500
South Carolina Humanities
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 22, 2025

This funding opportunity supports public literary events and programs in South Carolina, such as writer series and literary festivals, to promote community engagement and access to the arts.

Arts
Nonprofits
Experience Support Grant
Contact for amount
Michigan Arts and Culture Council
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 17, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Michigan-based organizations, such as schools, municipalities, and nonprofits, to enhance cultural programming and resources, even if their primary mission is not focused on the arts.

Arts
Nonprofits
County History Partnership Program
$5,000
New Jersey Historical Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 17, 2026

This program provides funding to county cultural and heritage agencies in New Jersey to support local history organizations and initiatives that engage diverse communities and enhance public access to the state's historical resources.

Humanities
County governments
Projects, Events, or Festivals Grant
$20,000
District of Columbia Commission on the Arts and Humanities (CAH)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 25, 2025

This grant provides financial support to individuals and nonprofit organizations in Washington, DC, for arts and humanities projects that engage the community and enhance cultural experiences.

Arts
Nonprofits
Cultural and Historical Support Grant
$65,000
Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 7, 2025

This program provides unrestricted operating support to eligible museums and county historical societies in Pennsylvania, helping them address their most pressing institutional needs.

Arts
Nonprofits
Small Matching Historic Preservation Grants
$50,000
Florida Department of State (DOS)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 26, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to local governments and nonprofit organizations in Florida for projects that protect and preserve significant historic and archaeological resources.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP)
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Office of the Budget
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This state-funded program provides financial assistance for large-scale projects that enhance regional economic, cultural, and recreational development in Pennsylvania, targeting initiatives that create jobs and community benefits.

Community Development
State governments
TexTreasures Grant Program
$50,000
Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 19, 2026

This program provides funding to Texas libraries and nonprofit organizations to improve access to their unique collections through digitization and organization, benefiting communities across the state.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Keystone Historic Preservation Planning Grants
$25,000
Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 5, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations and local governments in Pennsylvania for the planning and development of historic resources that are publicly accessible and recognized for their cultural significance.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Conservation and Preservation Grant
$4,999
State Library of Ohio
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This grant provides funding to libraries in Ohio for the conservation and preservation of culturally or monetarily significant items, ensuring the protection of the state's historical and artistic heritage.

Arts
Nonprofits
Historic Cemetery Preservation Capital Grant Program
$50,000
Washington Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 20, 2026

This program provides financial support for the preservation and improvement of historic cemeteries in Washington State, benefiting cemetery owners, nonprofit organizations, and local governments dedicated to maintaining these cultural heritage sites.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Historic Preservation Certified Local Government Grants
$50,000
New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 30, 2025

This program provides financial support to New Jersey municipalities to help them identify, protect, and preserve historically significant sites and structures within their communities.

Humanities
City or township governments
America250 Grant
$2,500
Georgia Humanities
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 25, 2025

This grant provides funding for nonprofit organizations and educational institutions in Georgia to create public humanities projects that celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States, focusing on themes like liberty, equality, and democracy.

Arts
Nonprofits
Mississippi Arts Commission – Project Grants
$5,000
Mississippi Arts Commission (MAC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 5, 2026

This funding opportunity supports Mississippi-based nonprofit organizations and local government entities in delivering community-focused arts projects that enhance cultural, educational, and economic vitality.

Arts
Nonprofits
Documentary Heritage Program
$25,000
New York State Education Department (NYSED)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 13, 2026

This program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in New York State for projects that preserve and make accessible historical records, particularly those representing underdocumented communities and narratives.

Humanities
Nonprofits
General Operating Support Grants
Contact for amount
New Jersey Historical Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 17, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to New Jersey-based nonprofit and government organizations dedicated to preserving and interpreting the state's history, allowing them to strengthen their operations and expand public access to historical resources.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Community Impact Grants (formerly Local and Collaborative Grants)
$250,000
California State Library (CSL)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 16, 2025

This funding opportunity supports California libraries in developing innovative programs and services that address local community needs and enhance engagement.

Community Development
Individuals