History Grants

Last updated October 24, 2026

Grantable tracks 786 active history grants in its free grants database, drawn from 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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Community and Economic Enhancement Grant Program – Proposition 68 Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community and Economic Enhancement Grant Program, funded by Proposition 68, aims to bolster Delta communities' economic vitality and heritage.	Not published	Varies
The Douglas Dockery Thomas Fellowship in Garden History and Design Grant The Garden Club of America · Foundation Not published · $5K The Douglas Dockery Thomas Fellowship in Garden History and Design, established by the Garden Club of America, supports graduate students in studying and researching garden history and design.	Not published	$5K
Planning Grants Connecticut Humanities Council Inc · Foundation Not published · $20K – $25K Grants to support planning and strategic development for humanities organizations and projects. These grants help organizations develop plans for exhibitions, programs, and initiatives.	Not published	$20K – $25K
Headley Trust: Archaeological Acquisition Fund Grants The Headley Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to £10,000 The Headley Trust offers grants to assist regional and local museums in acquiring archaeological artefacts.	Not published	Up to £10,000
Walter Rundell Graduate Student Award Grant Western History Association · Foundation Not published · $2K The Walter Rundell Graduate Student Award, offered by the Western History Association, recognizes the commitment to graduate education in Western History.	Not published	$2K
Platteville Community and Excellence In Education Funds Grant Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · $30K The Platteville Community and Excellence in Education Funds support various charitable initiatives in the Platteville area, promoting projects in arts, education, health, and environmental preservation.	Not published	$30K
Cultural Heritage Grant State Historical Society of North Dakota · Foundation Not published · Up to $400K The Cultural Heritage Grant Program, funded by the State Historical Society of North Dakota, supports local museums and nonprofits with grants for projects like capital improvements, collections, and education.	Not published	Up to $400K
Michael P. Malone Award Grant Western History Association · Foundation Not published · $500 The Michael P. Malone Award, presented by the Western History Association, recognizes outstanding articles, essays, or commentaries on North American state, provincial, or territorial history published in the previous year.	Not published	$500
William and Edwyna Gilbert Award Grant American Historical Association · Foundation Not published · $1K The William and Edwyna Gilbert Award honors the best article on teaching history, recognizing outstanding contributions through published works.	Not published	$1K
Bruce J. Anderson Foundation Grant Program Boston Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bruce J. Anderson Foundation provides grants for programs, direct services and new initiatives in the fields of mental health (treatment, research and suicide prevention, with a particular interest in mental health services supporting…	Not published	Varies
Cultural & Historical Markers Program The San Antonio for Growth · Foundation Not published · Varies Preserving Eastside heritage and educating the community.	Not published	Varies
The Society of Mayflower Descendants in the State of Illinois Fellowship Grant The Newberry Library · Foundation Not published · $3K The Society of Mayflower Descendants in the State of Illinois Fellowship, offered by The Newberry Library, supports scholars researching early American or Transatlantic history.	Not published	$3K
Ohio History Fund Grants Ohio History Connection · Foundation Not published · $1K – $20K	Not published	$1K – $20K
Hardman Fund for North Adams Grant Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hardman Fund for North Adams Grant supports projects that enrich the lives of residents in North Adams, Clarksburg, Florida, and Stamford, MA.	Not published	Varies
Robert D. L. Gardiner Foundation Grants Robert David Lion Gardiner · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The Robert D. L. Gardiner Foundation, established in 1987, supports the study of Long Island history and its impact on the American experience.	Not published	Up to $500K
Historic Rehabilitation Grant New Hampshire Land and Community Heritage Investment Program (LCHIP) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Historic Rehabilitation Grant, offered by the New Hampshire Land and Community Heritage Investment Program (LCHIP), supports the preservation of historical resources in the state.	Not published	Varies
Burdine Johnson Foundation Grant The Burdine Johnson Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $30K Motivated by the desire to enhance the quality of life for those in Hays County and Central Texas, the Burdine Johnson Foundation awards grants to local charitable organizations involving the arts, education, health and human services, the…	Not published	$5K – $30K
T. Kimball Brooker/Caxton Club Scholarship - Rare Book School Caxton Club · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
ACF: THS Patricia Roppel Scholarship The Alaska Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The THS Patricia Roppel Scholarship was established at The Alaska Community Foundation in 2015 in partnership with The Tongass Historical Society. This scholarship is in memory of Patricia “Pat” Roppel– author, historian and Alaskan.	Not published	Varies
Littleton-Griswold Prize in American Law and Society Grant American Historical Association · Foundation Not published · $1K The Littleton-Griswold Prize in American Law and Society, awarded by the American Historical Association, recognizes exceptional scholarly works in the history of American law and society.	Not published	$1K
Margaret S. Vining and Barton C. Hacker Fellowship in Women's Military History Smithsonian Institution · Foundation Not published · Varies The Division of Military & Society at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History (NMAH) is pleased to accept applications for the 2025-26 Margaret S. Vining and Barton C. Hacker Fellowship in Women’s Military History.	Not published	Varies
The Slemp Foundation Charitable Grants The Slemp Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Slemp Foundation Charitable Grants aim to enhance the welfare, education, and health of residents in Lee and Wise Counties, Virginia.	Not published	Varies
Bath Community Fund Grant Akron Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bath Community Fund Grant, established in 2014, aims to enhance the beauty and legacy of Bath Township.	Not published	Varies
Dallas County Foundation Grant Dallas County Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Dallas County Foundation Grant supports community projects in Dallas County, addressing diverse needs such as health, human services, arts and culture, historic preservation, and environmental initiatives.	Not published	Up to $20K

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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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