History Grants

Last updated October 23, 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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Carter P. Brown Legacy Preservation Fund Grant Program Carter P Brown Legacy Preservation Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Lepage Center Award for Historical Work in the Public Interest American Historical Association · Foundation Not published · Varies 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.	Not published	Varies
Scholarship in Garden History and Design at the Archives of American Gardens Grant The Garden Club of America · Foundation Not published · Up to $7K The Garden Club of America offers the Scholarship in Garden History and Design to promote the study of garden history and design.	Not published	Up to $7K
Keystone Historic Preservation Construction Grants Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission (PHMC) · Foundation Not published · $5K – $100K The Keystone Historic Preservation Construction Grants provide funding for construction activities aimed at rehabilitating, restoring, or preserving historic resources listed or eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic…	Not published	$5K – $100K
Beveridge Family Teaching Prize Grant American Historical Association · Foundation Not published · $1K The Beveridge Family Teaching Prize, established in 1995 by the American Historical Association, recognizes excellence and innovation in K-12 history teaching.	Not published	$1K
The Historic Preservation Certified Local Government Grants The Nature Conservancy · Foundation Not published · $15K – $50K The Historic Preservation Certified Local Government Grants, administered by NJDEP’s Historic Preservation Office, support certified local governments in New Jersey to identify, protect, and plan for historic resources.	Not published	$15K – $50K
The Huntington: Short-Term Awards Grant The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens (The Huntington) · Foundation Not published · $4K – $12K The Huntington offers approximately 140 short-term fellowships for one to three months, providing a stipend of $3,500 per month.	Not published	$4K – $12K
Moran Award for History of Science Research Grant Australian Academy of Science · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Moran Award for History of Science Research Grant is designed for postgraduate students and researchers focusing on the history of Australian science.	Not published	Up to $10K
J. Y. Sanders Foundation Grant Jy Sanders Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The J. Y. Sanders Foundation Grant provides funding for religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or educational purposes, primarily benefiting educational and historical entities in Louisiana.	Not published	Varies
Farrington Historical Foundation Grants Farrington Historical Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $25K The Farrington Historical Foundation Grants support 501(c)(3) organizations in Santa Clara County, California, focusing on arts, animal protection, environmental conservation, and historic preservation.	Not published	$1K – $25K
Joan Kelly Memorial Prize Grant American Historical Association · Foundation Not published · $1K The Joan Kelly Memorial Prize, awarded by the American Historical Association, recognizes outstanding books in women's history and feminist theory that exemplify Joan Kelly's scholarly ideals.	Not published	$1K
Deadwood Fund Grant South Dakota State Historical Society · Foundation Not published · $1K – $25K The Deadwood Fund Grant, funded by gambling revenue in Deadwood, South Dakota, offers financial assistance ranging from $1,000 to $25,000 for projects aimed at restoring or rehabilitating historic buildings and sites.	Not published	$1K – $25K
Atwood Foundation Grant Atwood Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Atwood Foundation Grant, established in 1962, supports Anchorage's youth and community through funding for non-profit projects in the fine arts, journalism, and history.	Not published	Varies
Austin Woman's Club Howson Mohrmann Scholarship Endowment Fund Grant Austin Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K Austin Woman's Club Howson Mohrmann Scholarship Endowment Fund Undergraduate senior or graduate student at the University of Texas at Austin who is or will be studying historical preservation (such as architectural, landscaping, textiles…	Not published	$3K
African American History Grants 1772 Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants dedicated to projects that preserve and tell the stories of African American history, particularly those stories that are lesser-known or outside the purview of traditional historic preservation.	Not published	Varies
Federal Tax Incentive (20% Historic Rehabilitation Credit) Historical Society Funding · State Not published · 20% tax credit on certified expenditures Federal tax incentive providing a 20% tax credit on certified expenditures when an income-producing historic structure is rehabilitated for new use. Requires National Park Service certification.	Not published	20% tax credit on certified expenditures
WGPF: Ohio Historical Markers Grant Program The William G Pomeroy Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The WGPF: Ohio Historical Markers Grant Program, initiated by the William G. Pomeroy Foundation in collaboration with Ohio History Connection, offers grants for historical markers that commemorate significant people, places, and events in…	Not published	$1K
M. Alison Frantz Fellowship in Post-Classical Studies at the Gennadius Library Grant American School of Classical Studies at Athens (ASCSA) · Foundation Not published · $12K The M. Alison Frantz Fellowship in Post-Classical Studies at the Gennadius Library supports Ph.D. students and recent graduates in Greek studies.	Not published	$12K
Craft Archive Fellowship Grant The Center for Craft Creativity · Foundation Not published · $5K The Craft Archive Fellowship supports archival research on underrepresented craft histories in the U.S., including feminist, queer, Black, Indigenous, and other marginalized communities.	Not published	$5K
Historical Preservation & Wildlife Rehabilitation: Grants over $5k (Conventional Grants) The Kinsman Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $45K The Kinsman Foundation offers conventional grants exceeding $5,000 for projects focused on historic preservation and wildlife rehabilitation in Oregon and southern Washington.	Not published	$5K – $45K
Greater Cedarburg Foundation Grant Greater Cedarburg Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Greater Cedarburg Foundation Grant supports initiatives that enhance the Cedarburg community's cultural heritage, artistic endeavors, and educational services.	Not published	Varies
Discover NJ History License Plate Fund (NJ) Grant State of New Jersey Department of Community Affairs · State Not published · Up to $8K The Discover NJ History License Plate Fund offers grants up to $5,000 to enhance heritage tourism in New Jersey. Supported by sales of the Discover NJ History license plate, this fund aims to develop visitor-ready sites.	Not published	Up to $8K
Society of American Archivists Foundation: Catalyst Grant Society of American Archivists · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Society of American Archivists Foundation Catalyst Grant provides funding ranging from $500 to $5,000 to support complex archival projects that advance the strategic goals of the SAA.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Georgia Trust Callahan Incentive Grant Georgia Department of Community Affairs · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Georgia Trust Callahan Incentive Grant, administered by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs, provides funding for historic preservation projects in Georgia.	Not published	Up to $5K

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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 23, 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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