The Public Humanities Projects grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities supports projects that make humanities ideas accessible to the public. This includes exhibitions, historic site interpretations, and public lectures. The focus for 2027 includes topics like Western civilization, the American Revolution's 250th anniversary, and civic education. Grants range from $1 to $2 million.
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations such as colleges and universities, Native American tribal organizations, local and state governments, and certain nonprofits that want to create public projects related to the humanities.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit organizations
- Individuals
- Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status
- Projects not related to the specified humanities topics
- Applications submitted after the deadline
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Proof of eligibility
- Letters of support or partnership agreements
- Project timeline
- Organizational background information
- List of key personnel and their qualifications
- Plan for public engagement
- Evaluation plan
Cautions
- Ensure your project aligns with the specified topics for 2027.
- Applications must be submitted by the deadline.
- Projects must have a clear public engagement component.
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include private and public institutions of higher education, Native American tribal organizations, county and city governments, special district governments, and state governments. Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status are also eligible.
Overview
This grant is for organizations such as colleges and universities, Native American tribal organizations, local and state governments, and certain nonprofits that want to create public projects related to the humanities.
Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit organizations
- Individuals
- Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status
- Projects not related to the specified humanities topics
- Applications submitted after the deadline
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop and implement exhibitions, interpret historic sites, and organize public lectures and discussions that align with the specified humanities topics.
Total Program Funding
$6,000,000
Expected Awards
20
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
- Deadline
- Dec 16, 2026(60 days)
- Est. Award Date (AI estimate)
- Spring 2027
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility as an institution or government entity
- Develop a comprehensive project proposal
- Prepare a detailed budget
- Gather letters of support
- Outline a project timeline
- Submit application by December 16, 2026