Humanities Initiatives
ID: 349717Type: 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
Timeline
  1. 1
    Forecast Posted Not available
  2. 2
    Forecast Due Not available
  3. 3
    Posted Feb 28, 2024 12:00 AM
  4. 4
    Due May 7, 2024 12:00 AM
Description

The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is accepting applications for the Humanities Initiatives grant program. This program aims to strengthen the teaching and study of the humanities at institutions of higher education. It supports the development of new or enhancement of existing programs, resources, and courses that explore, interpret, and preserve the diversity of human cultures, ideas, and practices, both past and present. The grant does not require cost sharing or matching. Private Institutions of Higher Education are eligible to apply. The total program funding is $3,000,000, with an expected number of 20 awards. The award ceiling is $150,000, and the award floor is $1. The closing date for applications is May 7, 2024. For more information and to apply, visit the NEH Division of Education Programs website at https://www.neh.gov/divisions/education.

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