ARTS & SCIENCE COUNCIL · Rolling / Open Foundation
Culture Blocks for Organizations Overview: Community partnership funded by Mecklenburg County that supports cultural experiences planned with resident involvement and presented at libraries,…
Social Science & Humanities Grants
Social Science & Humanities 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.
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HUMANITIES KANSAS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview _NOTE: Organizations are strongly encouraged, but not required, to submit a draft application for staff review. Deadlines for draft submission are listed as pre-proposal dates above.…
German Academic Exchange Service (Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst - DAAD) · Rolling / Open Foundation
DAAD North America: German Studies Conference Funding Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: German Academic Exchange Service (Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst - DAAD) Last Updated: September 20, 2025…
US $2,000 - US $3,000
German Academic Exchange Service (Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst - DAAD) · Rolling / Open Foundation
DAAD: German Studies Research Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: German Academic Exchange Service (Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst - DAAD) Amount: US $2,000 - US $3,000 Last Updated: March 16, 2026…
ARCHAEOLOGICAL INSTITUTE OF AMERICA · Rolling / Open Foundation
DAI Fellowship for Study in Berlin Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Archaeological Institute of America Last Updated: September 17, 2025 Summary The DAI Fellowship for Study in Berlin offers two…
US $50,000
The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens (The Huntington) · Rolling / Open Foundation
Dana and David Dornsife Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens (The Huntington) Amount: US $50,000 Last Updated: September 30, 2025 Summary…
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF OVERSEAS · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview About ASOR The American Society of Overseas Research (ASOR) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to initiate, encourage, and support research into, and public…
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SOCIAL SCIENCE RESEARCH COUNCIL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Data Fluencies Project Funder: Social Science Research Council (SSRC) Geographic Scope: United States and Canada Focus Areas: - Data-centric practices - Socially beneficial outcomes Eligibility: -…
US $22,300 - US $32,700
Villa I Tatti, The Harvard University Center for Italian Renaissance Studies · Rolling / Open Foundation
David and Julie Tobey Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Villa I Tatti, The Harvard University Center for Italian Renaissance Studies Amount: US $22,300 - US $32,700 Last Updated: July 19, 2025…
AMERICAN PHILOSOPHICAL SOCIETY · Rolling / Open Foundation
David Center for the American Revolution Postdoctoral Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Philosophical Society Amount: US $30,000 Last Updated: December 06, 2025 Summary The David…
AMERICAN PHILOSOPHICAL SOCIETY · Rolling / Open Foundation
David Center for the American Revolution Predoctoral Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Philosophical Society Amount: US $30,000 Last Updated: January 25, 2026 Summary The David Center…
US $5,000
AMERICAN PHILOSOPHICAL SOCIETY · Rolling / Open Foundation
David Center for the American Revolution Research Fellowships for International Scholars Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Philosophical Society Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: November 28, 2025…
AMERICAN PHILOSOPHICAL SOCIETY · Rolling / Open Foundation
David Center for the American Revolution Short-Term Resident Research Fellowships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Philosophical Society Amount: US $3,000 Last Updated: November 28, 2025 Summary…
US $2,500
WESTERN HISTORY ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
David J. Weber Prize Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Western History Association Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: February 28, 2026 Summary The David J. Weber Prize, awarded by the Western History…
US $2,000 - US $4,000
American Antiquarian Society · Rolling / Open Foundation
David Jaffee Fellowship in Visual and Material Culture Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Antiquarian Society Amount: US $2,000 - US $4,000 Last Updated: December 08, 2025 Summary The David Jaffee…
THE BROOKINGS INSTITUTION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
David M. Rubenstein Fellowship Program Funder: The Brookings Institution Program Type: Two-year fellowship program Overview: The Rubenstein Fellowship program, originally announced in 2017, is…
The Corning Museum Of Glass · Rolling / Open Foundation
David Whitehouse Research Residency for Scholars Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Corning Museum Of Glass Last Updated: August 28, 2025 Summary The David Whitehouse Research Residency for Scholars at…
Up to US $12,000
HUMANITIES COUNCIL OF WASHINGTON DC · Rolling / Open Foundation
DC Oral History - Beyond the Archive Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: HumanitiesDC Amount: Up to US $12,000 Last Updated: January 08, 2026 Summary The DC Oral History - Beyond the Archive Grants provide…
Up to US $8,000
HUMANITIES COUNCIL OF WASHINGTON DC · Rolling / Open Foundation
DC Oral History Collaborative Grants- Oral HIstory Interviewing Status: ACTIVE Funder: HumanitiesDC Amount: Up to US $8,000 Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The DC Oral History Collaborative…
Up to US $15,000
Decorative Arts Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation
Dean F. Failey Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Decorative Arts Trust Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: September 13, 2025 Summary The Dean F. Failey Grant, offered by the Decorative Arts Trust,…
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of social science & humanities grants are available?
- Social Science & Humanities 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.
- Who is eligible for social science & humanities grants?
- 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.
- How do I apply for social science & humanities grants?
- 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.
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