Social Science & Humanities Grants

Last updated October 11, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,108 active social science & humanities grants in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 26 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 687 list an award amount, with a median of $5,000.

Grants tracked: 1,108; from 423 funders
Median award: $5,000; middle half $2,000–$25K
Total listed funding: $38.6M; across 687 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 14; 50 with a published date

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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
AAG E. Willard and Ruby S. Miller Award Grant Association of American Geographers · Foundation Not published · $1K The AAG E. Willard and Ruby S. Miller Award honors exceptional contributions to geography by Association members, recognizing outstanding teaching or research.	Not published	$1K
Individual Humanities Fellowships Grant North Carolina Humanities Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Individual Humanities Fellowships support scholars for two consecutive months of full or part-time work on humanities projects, providing necessary compensation for their research efforts.	Not published	Up to $8K
Florida Atlantic University-Huntington Fellowship Grant The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens (The Huntington) · Foundation Not published · $12K The Florida Atlantic University-Huntington Fellowship offers advanced graduate students a unique opportunity to conduct research using the Weiner Spirit of America Collection and the Huntington Library's extensive resources.	Not published	$12K
Ohio History Fund Grants Ohio History Connection · Foundation Not published · $1K – $20K	Not published	$1K – $20K
Beckman Center Fellowships - Curatorial Fellowships (2 years) Grant Science History Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies The Beckman Center Fellowships at the Science History Institute offer unique two-year curatorial fellowships for scholars interested in the history of science.	Not published	Varies
Stephen J. White Prize Grant American Philosophical Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K The Stephen J. White Prize, established by the American Philosophical Association, honors the late Dr. Stephen J. White and is awarded biennially to the best published paper by a junior philosopher.	Not published	$1K
Furthermore Grants in Publishing The JM Kaplan Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K – $12K Furthermore Grants in Publishing support nonfiction books focused on art, architecture, design, cultural history, and conservation, aiming to engage an informed audience.	Not published	$2K – $12K
IH: Action Grants Indiana Humanities Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Indiana Humanities is pausing most of our grants programs.	Not published	Varies
APA: Dr. Martin R. Lebowitz and Eve Lewellis Lebowitz Prize Grant American Philosophical Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K The Dr. Martin R. Lebowitz and Eve Lewellis Lebowitz Prize is awarded by the Phi Beta Kappa Society in collaboration with the American Philosophical Association to honor philosophical achievements.	Not published	$25K
CFA: Richard Guidry Cajun and Creole Language Fund Grant Community Foundation of Acadiana · Foundation Not published · Varies Connecting Generous People to the Causes They Care About Since its inception in 2000, Community Foundation of Acadiana (CFA) has become one of south Louisiana’s premier philanthropic organizations.	Not published	Varies
Post-Incarceration Humanities Partnership (PIHP) New York Council for the Humanities · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K A cohort-based program that supports organizations incorporating the humanities into their work serving formerly incarcerated individuals and their families.	Not published	Up to $25K
Minnesota Humanities Center - Grants Humanities Center - Minnesota · State Not published · Varies The Minnesota Humanities Center (MHC), by virtue of funding provided by the Minnesota Legislature, will make several grant opportunities available during year one of the 2025-27 biennium, which begins July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026.	Not published	Varies
Getty: Postdoctoral Fellowship Grant The J Paul Getty Trust · Foundation Not published · $35K The Getty Postdoctoral Fellowship supports emerging scholars in art history, offering them the opportunity to engage in research projects linked to annual themes or the African American Art History Initiative.	Not published	$35K
MSAC Folklife Network Grant Maryland State Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Varies The MSAC Folklife Network Grant, administered by the Maryland State Arts Council, supports organizations that function as regional folklife centers throughout Maryland.	Not published	Varies
T. Kimball Brooker/Caxton Club Scholarship - Rare Book School Caxton Club · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Holocaust & Genocide Commission Grants Ohio Humanities Council · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
The Horowitz Foundation for Social Policy Grants The Horowitz Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The Horowitz Foundation for Social Policy, established in 1997, aims to support PhD candidates working on their dissertations by providing small grants.	Not published	$10K
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
Graduate Sabbatical Grants Institute for Humane Studies · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: We suggest that sabbatical applications be submitted at least three months before the semester begins. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.	Not published	Varies
CT Humanities: Public Presentation Implementation Grant Connecticut Humanities Council Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $35K The CT Humanities: Public Presentation Implementation Grant supports the execution of humanities projects such as exhibitions and public programs.	Not published	$5K – $35K
Samuel H. Kress Grants for Research and Publication in Classical Art and Architecture Archaeological Institute of America · Foundation Not published · $3K The Samuel H. Kress Grants for Research and Publication in Classical Art and Architecture support scholars in disseminating their research on Graeco-Roman art and architecture.	Not published	$3K
Environmental Humanities Program Grants Florida Humanities Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
AHA Mini Grant Alabama Humanities Alliance · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The AHA Mini Grant supports public humanities projects in Alabama, accepting applications monthly. It is particularly aimed at first-time applicants, encouraging them to consult with AHA’s grants director for project verification.	Not published	Up to $3K

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About humanities grants

Humanities grants support scholarship, public programs, education, preservation, and digital projects in fields like history, literature, philosophy, and cultural studies. The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is the primary federal funder, supporting research, public programming, and infrastructure through its divisions and the Office of Digital Humanities. The Mellon Foundation is a leading private funder of the humanities, and state humanities councils distribute funds to local organizations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do social science & humanities grants award?

Of the 1,108 social science & humanities grants Grantable lists as of October 11, 2026, 687 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $5,000, and the middle half fall between $2,000 and $25K. The largest is $7.5M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most social science & humanities grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are American Historical Association (37), The Newberry Library (24), American Council of Learned Societies (17), American Philosophical Association Inc (16), and American School of Classical Studies at Athens (ASCSA) (15). In all, 423 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are social science & humanities grants due?

Of 1,108 grants listed, 14 accept applications on a rolling basis, 50 have a published upcoming deadline, 117 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 927 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 58% fall in October–December.

What grants are available in the humanities?

Humanities funding supports scholarly research, public programs, curriculum and teaching, preservation and access, and digital humanities projects. The NEH offers many grant programs spanning fellowships, public programming, preservation, and digital infrastructure, while the Mellon Foundation and state humanities councils support research, institutions, and community-based humanities work.

Who funds the humanities?

The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is the leading federal funder, and the Mellon Foundation is among the largest private sources of arts, culture, and humanities funding in the country. State humanities councils re-grant federal funds to local organizations, and universities, libraries, and private foundations provide additional research and programming support.

Do humanities grants go to individuals or institutions?

Both. The NEH and other funders award fellowships and stipends directly to individual scholars, writers, and educators, while many larger grants support nonprofit institutions such as universities, libraries, museums, and humanities councils. Individuals pursuing organizational grants often partner with an eligible nonprofit or use a fiscal sponsor.

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