Last updated June 13, 2026
There are currently 806 active history grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.
History Grants provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.
Overview Background Established in 2025, the Lepage Center Award is offered annually to recognize outstanding historical work in the public interest that informs how the past shapes the present. The…
Lettie Pate Evans Foundation Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lettie Pate Evans Foundation Last Updated: December 22, 2025 Summary The Lettie Pate Evans Foundation Grant Program primarily…
Lewes and Rehoboth Canal Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Delaware Community Foundation Amount: US $250 - US $500 Last Updated: February 07, 2026 Summary Overview Delaware Community Foundation The…
Lewis County Historic Preservation Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northern New York Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: October 21, 2025 Summary The Lewis County Historic…
LGBTQ History Research Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Historical Association Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: January 06, 2026 Summary The LGBTQ History Research Grant, offered by the…
Library of Congress Lavine/Ken Burns Prize for Film Award Type: Documentary film finishing grant Purpose: Recognizes late-stage documentary films that use original research and compelling narrative…
Littleton-Griswold Prize in American Law and Society Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Historical Association Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: March 28, 2026 Summary The Littleton-Griswold Prize…
Littleton-Griswold Research Grants in US Legal History Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Historical Association Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: July 31, 2025 Summary The Littleton-Griswold…
Livonia Community Foundation - Non-Profit Grants Funder: Livonia Community Foundation Inc (MI, US) Geographic Scope: Livonia, Michigan Eligibility: - 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organizations -…
Lloyd Lewis Fellowships in American History Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Newberry Library Amount: US $20,000 - US $45,000 Last Updated: August 24, 2025 Summary The Lloyd Lewis Fellowships in…
Local History Grants Funder: Massachusetts Foundation for the Humanities Geographic Scope: Massachusetts Focus Areas: Local history projects including collection inventory, digitization, and creation…
Local History Grants for Collections Care and Access: Mini-Grant Funding Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wisconsin Historical Society Amount: Up to US $700 Last Updated: March 23, 2026 Summary The Local…
Matching reimbursement grants to Connecticut 501(c)3 and 501(c)13 nonprofits for projects that advance the goals of the State Historic Preservation Office through education, awareness, promotion,…
Lois W. Newman Essay Award Program Type: Publication Award for Shorter Works Award Amount: $750 per essay award (typically two awards annually) Focus Areas: - Outstanding scholarship in American…
Long Beach Navy Memorial Heritage Association Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Long Beach Community Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: August 11, 2025 Summary The Long Beach Navy…
Louis J. Appell, Jr., Preservation Fund for Central Pennsylvania Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Trust for Historic Preservation Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: March 04, 2026…
Lumber Heritage Region Mini-Grant Program Funder: Lumber Heritage Region (LHR) Inc Geographic Scope: 15-county region in North West and North Central Pennsylvania (Allegheny, Bradford, Cambria,…
M. Alison Frantz Fellowship in Post-Classical Studies at the Gennadius Library Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American School of Classical Studies at Athens (ASCSA) Amount: US $11,500 Last Updated:…
MAA Book Subventions Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Medieval Academy Of America Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Medieval Academy of America offers the MAA Book…
Maine Historic Preservation Matching Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: 1772 Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: September 22, 2025 Summary The 1772 Foundation, alongside Maine Preservation,…
History Grants come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.