The National Endowment for the Humanities is offering a grant to support humanities education by providing professional development for K-12 teachers and college faculty. This program focuses on enhancing the teaching of American history and culture.
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations that can provide professional development in humanities education for K-12 teachers and college faculty. Eligible applicants include federally recognized Indian tribal governments, nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, private and public institutions of higher education, special district governments, state governments, county governments, and city or township governments.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit organizations
- Individuals
- Non-501(c)(3) nonprofits
- Organizations not focused on humanities education
- Late applications
What You May Need
- Proof of 501(c)(3) status (if applicable)
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Organizational history and mission statement
- List of key personnel and their qualifications
- Letters of support or partnership agreements
- Completed application form
- DUNS number
- SAM registration
Cautions
- Ensure all application materials are submitted by the deadline.
- Verify eligibility criteria carefully.
- Prepare a detailed and clear budget plan.
- Make sure your project aligns with the goals of the grant.
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include federally recognized Indian tribal governments, nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, private institutions of higher education, special district governments, state governments, public and state institutions of higher education, county governments, and city or township governments. These entities must be capable of providing professional development in humanities education.
Overview
This grant is for organizations that can provide professional development in humanities education for K-12 teachers and college faculty. Eligible applicants include federally recognized Indian tribal governments, nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, private and public institutions of higher education, special district governments, state governments, county governments, and city or township governments.
Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit organizations
- Individuals
- Non-501(c)(3) nonprofits
- Organizations not focused on humanities education
- Late applications
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop and deliver professional development programs for educators, covering costs such as materials, personnel, travel, and other related expenses necessary to enhance humanities education.
Total Program Funding
$7,000,000
Expected Awards
17
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Sep 17, 2026
- Deadline
- Dec 9, 2026(80 days)
- Last Updated
- Sep 17, 2026
Application Checklist
- Verify your organization's eligibility.
- Register for a DUNS number and SAM if not already done.
- Prepare a detailed project proposal.
- Draft a comprehensive budget plan.
- Gather letters of support or partnership agreements.
- Compile a list of key personnel and their qualifications.
- Submit the completed application by December 9, 2026.