National Digital Newspaper Program
ID: 351940Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH)

Award Range

$1 - $325K

Eligible Applicants

Private Institutions of Higher Education

Funding Category

Humanities

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/351940

Additional Information

https://www.neh.gov/grants/preservation/national-digital-newspaper-program
Timeline
    Description

    The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is inviting applications for the National Digital Newspaper Program (NDNP), aimed at digitizing historically significant newspapers published between 1690 and 1963. This initiative, in collaboration with the Library of Congress, seeks to create a freely accessible online database that highlights the political, economic, and cultural history of the United States through selected newspapers. Eligible applicants include private institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations, state and local governments, and federally recognized Native American Tribal governments, with a total funding pool of approximately $2.5 million and individual awards up to $325,000 over a two-year period. Interested parties should note that the application deadline is January 10, 2025, with an optional draft submission due by December 2, 2024; for further inquiries, contact the Division of Preservation and Access at preservation@neh.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    preservation@neh.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    NDNP
    NDNP.pdf
    The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is accepting applications for the National Digital Newspaper Program (NDNP) to digitize historically significant newspapers published between 1690 and 1963. This initiative, in collaboration with the Library of Congress, aims to create a freely accessible online database. The program anticipates approximately $2.5 million in funding, granting up to $325,000 for each recipient over a two-year period starting from September 1, 2025. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, accredited higher education institutions, state and local governments, and federally recognized Native American Tribal governments. The application deadline is January 10, 2025, with an optional draft due by December 2, 2024. Projects should select journals that highlight the political, economic, and cultural history of their states, ensuring that the selected newspapers are in the public domain. The grant encourages collaborations between previous and new NDNP recipients, by engaging an advisory board for content selection and promoting public access through various outreach strategies. Successful proposals must demonstrate clear work plans, staff qualifications, and dissemination strategies to support NEH's aim of advancing humanities-related work, with special emphasis on diversity and inclusion.
    Similar Opportunities
    Digital Projects for the Public
    Active
    National Endowment for the Humanities
    The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is forecasting a grant opportunity titled "Digital Projects for the Public," aimed at supporting projects that interpret and analyze humanities content through digital platforms and formats. Eligible applicants, specifically private institutions of higher education, are invited to develop innovative digital projects such as websites, mobile applications, interactive kiosks, and virtual environments that enhance public engagement with humanities content. With an estimated total program funding of $1.5 million and an award ceiling of $400,000, the NEH anticipates making approximately 13 awards, with applications expected to be submitted by June 11, 2025. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact the Division of Public Programs at NEH via email at publicpgms@neh.gov or by phone at 202-606-8400.
    Public Humanities Projects
    Active
    National Endowment for the Humanities
    The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is inviting applications for the Public Humanities Projects funding program, which aims to engage the general public with humanities scholarship through various programming formats, including exhibitions and discussions. This program supports projects that analyze significant themes in disciplines such as history, literature, ethics, and art history, with a focus on fostering community engagement and addressing broader societal issues like democracy and cultural understanding. Approximately $2,735,000 in funding is available, with individual awards ranging from $50,000 to $1,000,000, and key deadlines for applications are set for August 14, 2024, and January 8, 2025. Interested applicants can find more information and guidance through a pre-application webinar and should contact the Division of Public Programs at publicpgms@neh.gov for further inquiries.
    Digital Humanities Advancement Grants
    Active
    National Endowment for the Humanities
    The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is accepting applications for the Digital Humanities Advancement Grants (DHAG) program, which aims to support innovative and experimental projects that enhance the infrastructure for humanities research, teaching, and public engagement. Eligible applicants include private institutions of higher education, tax-exempt nonprofit organizations, accredited educational institutions, state and local governments, and federally recognized Native American tribes, with a focus on projects that emphasize extensibility, reuse, and accessibility. The program anticipates approximately $2.2 million in funding to support 10-15 projects, with award amounts ranging from $1 to $350,000, and application deadlines set for January 9 and May 22, 2025. For more information, interested parties can contact the Office of Digital Humanities at odh@neh.gov or visit the NEH website.
    Institutes for Advanced Topics in the Digital Humanities
    Active
    National Endowment for the Humanities
    The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is inviting applications for the Institutes for Advanced Topics in the Digital Humanities program, which aims to fund training programs for scholars, humanities professionals, and advanced graduate students to enhance their expertise in digital humanities. This initiative seeks to increase the integration of digital technology in humanities research and teaching, encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration and the development of outputs such as trained scholars, curricula, and open educational resources. With an estimated total program funding of $850,000 and individual awards ranging from $1 to $250,000, the application deadline is set for February 13, 2025, with an optional draft submission due by December 12, 2024. Interested applicants can reach out to the Office of Digital Humanities at odh@neh.gov for further information, and additional details can be found at the NEH website.
    Sustaining Cultural Heritage Collections
    Active
    National Endowment for the Humanities
    The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is offering a grant opportunity through its "Sustaining Cultural Heritage Collections" program, aimed at assisting cultural institutions in preserving significant humanities materials. This program supports environmentally sustainable preventive care measures to mitigate deterioration, reduce energy consumption, and enhance institutional resilience against disasters, with funding available for planning and implementation phases. Eligible applicants include private institutions of higher education, nonprofits, state and local governments, and federally recognized Native American Tribes, with a total estimated program funding of $2,000,000 and awards ranging from $1 to $420,000. The application deadline is January 10, 2025, and interested parties can contact the Division of Preservation and Access at NEH via email at preservation@neh.gov for further information.
    Publishing Historical Records in Collaborative Digital Editions
    Active
    National Archives and Records Administration
    The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) is offering grants through the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC) for the project titled "Publishing Historical Records in Collaborative Digital Editions." This initiative aims to enhance public access to historical documents, focusing on diverse narratives, particularly those of underrepresented communities, and encourages collaboration among teams with varied skill sets. Eligible applicants include private institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations, and state-recognized Native American tribes, with grant amounts ranging from $1 to $125,000, and a total program funding of $2.6 million available for approximately 21 awards. Interested parties should note the submission deadlines of May 7, 2025, and November 5, 2025, and can reach out to Julie Fisher at julie.fisher@nara.gov for further inquiries. For additional details, please visit the NHPRC's official announcement page.
    Media Projects
    Active
    National Endowment for the Humanities
    The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is inviting applications for its Media Projects program, which aims to foster collaboration between media producers and humanities scholars to create engaging content such as documentaries, radio programs, podcasts, and films. This program supports projects that deepen public understanding of humanities themes, particularly those related to American history and culture, and offers funding at two levels: Development (up to $75,000) and Production (up to $700,000), with exceptional projects eligible for Chair’s Special Awards of up to $1,000,000. Approximately $3.5 million is available for grants, with application deadlines on August 14, 2024, and January 8, 2025. Interested applicants can find more information and contact the NEH Division of Public Programs at publicpgms@neh.gov or visit their website at https://www.neh.gov/program/media-projects.
    Fellowships
    Active
    National Endowment for the Humanities
    The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is inviting applications for its Fellowships program, designed to support individual scholars engaged in significant humanistic research. This program offers financial assistance ranging from $30,000 to $60,000 for research and writing projects over a period of 6 to 12 months, with a total funding pool of approximately $4 million available for about 80 awards. The NEH encourages projects that align with its initiatives addressing democracy, equity, climate change, and cultural narratives, emphasizing the importance of rigorous analysis and clear writing in advancing humanities scholarship. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by April 9, 2025, and can find additional information and application guidelines on the NEH website or contact the Division of Research Programs at fellowships@neh.gov.
    Humanities Collections and Reference Resources
    Active
    National Endowment for the Humanities
    The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is forecasting a grant opportunity titled "Humanities Collections and Reference Resources," aimed at supporting projects that enhance the discovery and utilization of humanities collections for research, teaching, and public engagement. Eligible applicants, specifically private institutions of higher education, are encouraged to undertake activities such as digitizing collections and creating reference resources that synthesize humanities information. With an estimated total program funding of $7.5 million and an expected 35 awards ranging from $1 to $350,000, interested parties should note that the estimated synopsis post date is April 15, 2025, with a close date of July 15, 2025. For further inquiries, applicants can contact the Division of Preservation and Access at NEH via email at preservation@neh.gov or by phone at 202-606-8570.
    Publishing Historical Records in Collaborative Digital Editions
    Active
    National Archives and Records Administration
    The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) is offering a federal grant opportunity titled "Publishing Historical Records in Collaborative Digital Editions" aimed at enhancing public access to U.S. historical records. This program seeks proposals from eligible applicants, specifically private institutions of higher education, to publish online editions of various historical records, with a particular emphasis on projects that document the histories of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. The grant supports diverse historical narratives as the nation approaches the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, with a total estimated funding of $2.6 million and individual awards ranging from $1 to $125,000. Interested applicants should note that the application deadline is May 7, 2025, and can contact Julie Fisher at julie.fisher@nara.gov for further information, with additional details available at the provided link.