Archaeological and Ethnographic Field Research
ID: 350624Type: Posted
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/350624

Additional Information

https://www.neh.gov/program/archaeological-and-ethnographic-field-research
Timeline
    Description

    The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is inviting applications for its Archaeological and Ethnographic Field Research program, which aims to fund empirical research that addresses significant humanities questions through archaeological and ethnographic methods. Eligible applicants include private institutions of higher education, nonprofit entities, state and local governments, and federally recognized Native American tribes, with projects expected to last between four to 36 months. The program supports direct field-related costs such as travel, staff salaries, and equipment, with a total estimated funding of approximately $800,000 available for the 2024 application cycle, and individual awards ranging from $1 to $150,000. Interested parties should submit their applications by September 25, 2024, and can reach out to the NEH Division of Research Programs at fieldwork@neh.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    fieldwork@neh.gov
    Files
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    Fieldwork 2024 and 2025 NOFO.pdf
    Fieldwork.pdf
    The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is inviting applications for its Archaeological and Ethnographic Field Research program aimed at funding empirical research addressing significant questions in the humanities via archaeological and ethnographic methods. The program, designated under funding opportunity number 20240925-RFW, supports eligible organizations including nonprofit entities, accredited higher education institutions, state and local governments, and federally recognized Native American tribes. Applicants may seek up to $150,000 for projects lasting between four to 36 months, with anticipated funding of approximately $800,000 per application deadline in 2024 and 2025. The awards cover direct field-related costs such as travel, staff salaries, and equipment, while the program emphasizes collaboration and the preservation of cultural knowledge. Key criteria for successful applications include robust research designs and practical methodologies. Additionally, NEH encourages engagement with local and Indigenous communities in project development. Mandatory application components must adhere to strict formatting guidelines, with specific deadlines for draft submissions and final applications. This initiative aligns with NEH's broader goals of advancing humanities work addressing contemporary societal challenges.
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