History Grants

Last updated October 24, 2026

Grantable tracks 786 active history grants in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 20 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 476 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 786; from 404 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $2,500–$25K
Total listed funding: $49.4M; across 476 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 15; 34 with a published date

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Junior League of Lexington Community Grants Junior League of Lexington Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies This year, we are honored to award grants ranging from $500 to $5,000 to nonprofit organizations serving the Central Kentucky community. Please note that this will be the final award cycle for several years.	Not published	Varies
Reeves Foundation: Columbus, Indiana Local Organized Charities Grants Carl Marshall Reeves · Foundation Not published · Varies The Carl Marshall and Mildred Almen Reeves Foundation, established in 1997, supports local organized charities in Columbus, Indiana. Grants are aimed at nonprofit organizations focused on education, history, and the arts.	Not published	Varies
Ohio History Fund Grants: Bricks & Mortar Grant Ohio History Connection · Foundation Not published · $2K – $20K The Ohio History Fund Grants: Bricks & Mortar Grant supports history-related projects through competitive matching funds.	Not published	$2K – $20K
AHC Other Media Major Grant Arkansas Humanities Council · Foundation Not published · Varies HumanitiesAR, under the official name of Arkansas Humanities Council, is a nonprofit affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. In spring 2024, we rebranded with HumanitiesAR as our name.	Not published	Varies
Samuel H. Kress Mid-Career Fellowship Grant The James Marston Fitch Charitable Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Samuel H. Kress Mid-Career Fellowship offers research grants up to $15,000 for mid-career professionals focused on the appreciation and preservation of European art and architecture.	Not published	Up to $15K
Beverly Purrington/Richard White Western History Dissertation Prize Grant Western History Association · Foundation Not published · $500 The Beverly Purrington/Richard White Western History Dissertation Prize, awarded by the Western History Association, recognizes the outstanding dissertation on the history of the North American West.	Not published	$500
Andrew W. Mellon Society of Fellows in Critical Bibliography Essay Prize The Book Arts Press Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies An annual essay prize awarded by the Andrew W. Mellon Society of Fellows in Critical Bibliography (SoFCB) at Rare Book School.	Not published	Varies
Ross Merrill Award for Outstanding Commitment to the Preservation and Care of Collections Grant Foundation for Advancement in Conservation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ross Merrill Award for Outstanding Commitment to the Preservation and Care of Collections recognizes North American institutions demonstrating exceptional dedication to conservation.	Not published	Varies
Las Vegas Centennial Commission Grant City of Las Vegas · State Not published · Varies The Las Vegas Centennial Commission Grant supports initiatives that preserve and enhance historic resources in Las Vegas. Established in 2003, this grant promotes education, commemoration, and preservation of the city's rich history.	Not published	Varies
Fox Theatre Grant Program - Multiyear Grants Fox Theatre Inc F/K/a Atlanta Landmarks Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fox Theatre Grant Program, through Fox Gives, supports the preservation and revitalization of historic theaters across Georgia, ensuring these cultural landmarks continue to enrich their communities.	Not published	Varies
Grants for Preservation and Access Projects Oklahoma Humanities Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Community Grants (OSU Folk Club Thrift Shop) OSU Folk Club Thrift Shop Inc · Foundation Not published · $600 – $68K Award grants to nonprofit organizations serving Benton County to support community development and services.	Not published	$600 – $68K
Arts & Culture Grant Charlevoix County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Arts & Culture Grant, offered by the Charlevoix County Community Foundation, aims to enhance the quality of life through support for arts, music, history, and cultural projects.	Not published	Varies
Dynamic Preservation Grants 1772 Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants allocated for innovative and progressive preservation efforts, focusing on climate action and community-driven projects.	Not published	Varies
Heritage Support Grants - Impact Grants Indiana Historical Society · Foundation Not published · $50K – $100K Meet high-capacity needs for Indiana's local, county and regional historical societies, museums and sites.	Not published	$50K – $100K
Winnebago County Grants Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa · Foundation Not published · $1K The Winnebago County Community Foundation provides grants aimed at improving the quality of life in Winnebago County, Iowa.	Not published	$1K
John J. Snyder Fund for Historic Preservation Grant Program Lancaster County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $20K – $117K The John J. Snyder Fund for Historic Preservation supports the restoration and maintenance of historical structures in Lancaster and Cumberland counties.	Not published	$20K – $117K
James and Robert Hardman Fund for North Adams, Clarksburg, Florida, MA and Stamford, VT Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The James and Robert Hardman Fund was established by the families of James A. Hardman, Jr. (1909-1990) and Robert Hardman (1911-1978) to honor the memory of these two outstanding citizens of North Adams, Massachusetts.	Not published	Varies
Medieval Academy: Travel Grants Medieval Academy Of America · Foundation Not published · Up to $750 The Medieval Academy of America offers travel grants to support its members with PhDs who lack institutional funding for conference attendance.	Not published	Up to $750
The Evelyn Dunbar and Ruth Dunbar Davee Fellowship Grant The Newberry Library · Foundation Not published · $20K – $45K The Evelyn Dunbar and Ruth Dunbar Davee Fellowship, established in 1887 by The Newberry Library, supports scholars in music research related to the Newberry’s extensive collections.	Not published	$20K – $45K
Historic Preservation Tax Credit - Large Projects Economic Development Authority · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Historical Resource Development Program Grant State Historical Society of Iowa · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Historical Resource Development Program Annual Grant supports the preservation, conservation, and education of Iowa's historical resources.	Not published	Up to $50K
RAI Research Fund Grant Royal Archaeological Institute · Foundation Not published · Up to £5,000 The RAI Research Fund Grant, provided by the Royal Archaeological Institute, supports archaeological projects in the British Isles with grants up to £5,000 annually.	Not published	Up to £5,000
State Historical Fund: Competitive General Grant History Colorado · Foundation Not published · $50K – $250K The State Historical Fund, managed by History Colorado, supports significant preservation projects across Colorado, funded by gaming tax revenue. Established in 1990, it has awarded 4,743 grants totaling over $315 million.	Not published	$50K – $250K

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About history grants

History grants support research, preservation, public programming, documentary projects, and the work of historical societies, archives, and historic sites. The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is the largest federal funder of historical scholarship and public history, and the Mellon Foundation supports archives, preservation, and humanities research. State humanities councils and private foundations provide additional project, preservation, and interpretation grants.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do history grants award?

Of the 786 history grants Grantable lists as of October 24, 2026, 476 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $10K, and the middle half fall between $2,500 and $25K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most history grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are American Historical Association (38), Western History Association (24), National Trust for Historic Preservation in the United States (20), The Newberry Library (16), and Maryland Historical Trust (12). In all, 404 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are history grants due?

Of 786 grants listed, 15 accept applications on a rolling basis, 34 have a published upcoming deadline, 115 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 622 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 56% fall in October–December.

What grants are available for history projects?

History organizations and scholars can pursue funding for research, archival preservation, digitization, public exhibitions, documentary media, historic site interpretation, and educational programming. The NEH supports many of these through its divisions for public programs, preservation, and research, and state humanities councils fund local history projects and community programming.

Who funds history and preservation work?

The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is the central federal funder of historical research and public history, and the Mellon Foundation is a major private supporter of archives, preservation, and humanities scholarship. State humanities councils re-grant federal and state funds to local historical societies, and private foundations and corporate programs support preservation and interpretation projects.

Can historical societies and individuals both apply?

Yes. Many NEH and foundation programs fund nonprofit organizations such as historical societies, museums, archives, and universities, while other NEH programs award fellowships and stipends directly to individual scholars. Independent historians without an institutional affiliation can often apply for fellowships directly or partner with a nonprofit or fiscal sponsor for organizational grants.

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