Humanities Initiatives
ID: 354348Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH)

Award Range

$1 - $150K

Eligible Applicants

Private Institutions of Higher Education

Funding Category

Humanities

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/354348

Additional Information

https://www.neh.gov/divisions/education
Timeline
    Description

    The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is forecasting a grant opportunity titled "Humanities Initiatives," aimed at strengthening the teaching and study of the humanities at private institutions of higher education. This initiative seeks to develop new or enhance existing programs, resources, or courses that explore, interpret, and preserve the diversity of human cultures, ideas, and practices, both past and present. With an estimated total program funding of $3 million and an award ceiling of $150,000, the NEH expects to make approximately 20 awards, with applications opening in early 2025 and a project start date anticipated in February 2026. Interested applicants can reach out to the Division of Education Programs at NEH via email at hi@neh.gov or by phone at 202-606-2324 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Division of Education Programs National Endowment for the Humanities 400 Seventh Street, SW Washington, DC 20506
    (202) 606-2324
    hi@neh.gov
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