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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Historic Theatre Revitalization Subgrant Program Idaho Heritage Trust Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Varies A specialized historic preservation program dedicated specifically to the revitalization and restoration of historic theatres throughout Idaho.	Not published	Varies
Summerfield G. Roberts Foundation Trust Grant Summerfield G Roberts Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Summerfield G. Roberts Foundation Trust Grant, established in 1990, supports Texas history education, medical research, and scholarships for graduate studies in business and finance.	Not published	Varies
The Anne van Biema Fellowship Grant Smithsonian Institution · Foundation Not published · Up to $45K The Anne van Biema Fellowship, established by bequest, promotes excellence in research on Japanese visual arts at the Smithsonian's National Museum of Asian Art.	Not published	Up to $45K
Clifford Willard Gaylord Foundation Grant Clifford Willard Gaylord Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Clifford Willard Gaylord Foundation, established in 1948, is dedicated to supporting non-profit organizations in Missouri across various sectors including education, health, social services, and the arts.	Not published	Varies
Trust Management Services Grant - Southwestern Oregon Region Braemar Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Trust Management Services Grant in Southwestern Oregon supports impactful projects focusing on education, community service, arts and culture, youth activities, and historical preservation.	Not published	Up to $15K
Historic Preservation Tax Credit Program (HTC) - Small Projects Grant Missouri Department of Economic Development · Foundation Not published · Up to $275K The Historic Preservation Tax Credit Program (HTC) in Missouri incentivizes the rehabilitation of historic commercial and residential structures.	Not published	Up to $275K
Jeffris Heartland Fund Grant Jeffris Family Foundation Ltd · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The Jeffris Heartland Fund Grant, provided by the Jeffris Family Foundation, supports significant historic preservation projects across several Midwestern states, including Iowa and Wisconsin.	Not published	$5K – $50K
Connecticut Historic Preservation Matching Grants 1772 Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The 1772 Foundation offers Connecticut Historic Preservation Matching Grants of up to $10,000 for various preservation projects, including exterior painting, surface restoration, and structural repairs.	Not published	Up to $10K
Iroquois’ Community Grant Program Iroquois Gas Transmission System · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The Iroquois Community Grant Program, established in 2007, aims to enhance the quality of life in communities hosting Iroquois facilities through funding initiatives focused on environmental preservation, passive recreation, historic…	Not published	$3K – $10K
LGBTQ History Research Grant American Historical Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The LGBTQ History Research Grant, offered by the American Historical Association, supports research in LGBTQ history for scholars at all career levels, particularly graduate students and early career researchers.	Not published	Up to $500
Reese Fellowship Grant American Antiquarian Society · Foundation Not published · Varies The Reese Fellowship, funded by the William Reese Company, supports research in American bibliography and the history of the book in America.	Not published	Varies
Community-Based History Grants Montana History Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Foundation for Montana History awards grants for community-based history initiatives across Montana.	Not published	Up to $10K
Beveridge Family Prize in American History Grant American Historical Association · Foundation Not published · $1K The Beveridge Family Prize in American History, awarded annually by the American Historical Association since 1945, recognizes exceptional historical writing.	Not published	$1K
IBF Preservation Award Grant Iowa Barn Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Iowa Barn Foundation's Preservation Award Grant aims to recognize and support the restoration of historic barns across Iowa.	Not published	Varies
Helen and Ritter Shumway Foundation Grant Helen and Ritter Shumway Fdn · Foundation Not published · Varies The Helen and Ritter Shumway Foundation Grant aims to support conservation and historic preservation in Rochester, New York, and nearby areas.	Not published	Varies
Bill and Susan Sherrard Foundation Grant Sherrard Bill & Susan Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $40K The Bill and Susan Sherrard Foundation, established in 2001, focuses on enhancing the lives of residents in Henry County, Illinois.	Not published	$5K – $40K
Jerry Metcalf Foundation Grant Jerry Metcalf Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Jerry Metcalf Foundation Grant, established in 1998, supports individuals and organizations in Montana with annual awards ranging from $25,000 to $50,000.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Historic Preservation Demonstration Project Program Grant City of Phoenix · State Not published · $10K The Historic Preservation Demonstration Project Program, funded by the City of Phoenix, aims to rehabilitate significant historic buildings while preserving their architectural integrity.	Not published	$10K
Warren Community Action Fund Grants Blue Mountain Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Warren Community Action Fund Grants support initiatives enhancing community quality of life, focusing on health, education, basic human needs, youth, agricultural training, historic preservation, scientific programs, arts, recreation…	Not published	Varies
W. Turrentine Jackson Award Grant Western History Association · Foundation Not published · $1K The W. Turrentine Jackson Award, presented by the Western History Association, recognizes a beginning professional historian for their first book on any aspect of the American West.	Not published	$1K
Certified Local Government Grants Department of Historic Resources · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
CDBG Planning Grants Economic Development Authority · State Not published · $1.5M	Not published	$1.5M
PVHA Mini-Grant Program Patapsco Heritage Greenway Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K	Not published	$500 – $5K
Oregon Heritage Excellence Awards Grant Oregon Parks and Recreation Department · Foundation Not published · Varies The Oregon Heritage Excellence Awards celebrate remarkable contributions to heritage preservation by individuals and organizations.	Not published	Varies

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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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