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 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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Grant and Collaborative Initiatives: Kurt Weill Dissertation Fellowship The Kurt Weill Foundation for Music · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kurt Weill Dissertation Fellowship, offered by the Kurt Weill Foundation for Music, supports doctoral candidates conducting research on topics related to composer Kurt Weill, his wife Lotte Lenya, or Marc Blitzstein.	Not published	Varies
KOHC: Oral History Grants - Technical Assistance Grants Kentucky Historical Society · Foundation Not published · Varies The KOHC: Oral History Grants - Technical Assistance Grants, administered by the Kentucky Historical Society, provide essential resources for local oral history projects.	Not published	Varies
AZ Humanities: Project Grant Arizona Humanities Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _PLEASE READ: Thank you for your interest in applying for a grant. Grants are currently suspended until a determination is made regarding the availability of federal funds.	Not published	Varies
The Junior And Senior Faculty Research Grants In Humanities And Arts Program University of Georgia · Foundation Not published · Varies The Junior and Senior Faculty Research Grants in Humanities and Arts Program at the University of Georgia supports tenured or tenure-track faculty in developing impactful research or creative projects.	Not published	Varies
Beckman Center Fellowships - Distinguished Fellowships (4 months) Science History Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies With around 20 scholars in residence each year, the Science History Institute is home to the largest private fellowship program in the historical study of science, medicine, and technology in the United States.	Not published	Varies
I Tatti Residential Fellowships: Year Long Grant Villa I Tatti, The Harvard University Center for Italian Renaissance Studies · Foundation Not published · Up to $65K The I Tatti Residential Fellowships offer fifteen awards annually for post-doctoral research in Italian Renaissance studies, spanning the 14th to 17th centuries.	Not published	Up to $65K
CAORC-NEH Research Fellowship Grant Council of American Overseas Research Centers · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: applicants are advised to submit applications well before the deadline in case applicants have questions)._ The CAORC - National Endowment for the Humanities Research Fellowship provides the opportunity for scholars to spend…	Not published	Varies
Mellon/ACLS Dissertation Innovation Fellowship Grant American Council of Learned Societies · Foundation Not published · Up to $52K The Mellon/ACLS Dissertation Innovation Fellowship offers a $42,000 stipend plus $8,000 for project-related expenses to support early-stage doctoral students in the humanities and social sciences.	Not published	Up to $52K
JAHF Book Subvention Grant Japan Art History Forum · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The Japan Art History Forum (JAHF) offers the Book Subvention Prize to support significant contributions to Japanese art history. This annual award, with a maximum of $4,000, assists authors with publishing costs or image rights.	Not published	Up to $4K
American Research Institute in Turkey: Fellowships for Graduate and Post-Doctoral Research Grant American Research Institute in Turkey · Foundation Not published · $3K – $16K The American Research Institute in Turkey offers fellowships for graduate and post-doctoral research in the humanities and social sciences, focusing on projects conducted in Turkey.	Not published	$3K – $16K
National Humanities Center Fellowships Grant National Humanities Center · Foundation Not published · Varies The National Humanities Center offers fellowships designed to support scholars engaged in advanced humanities research.	Not published	Varies
Endangered Archives Programme: Pilot Projects Grant British Library · Foundation Not published · Up to £15,000 The Endangered Archives Programme invites applications for pilot projects aimed at digitising at-risk cultural materials globally.	Not published	Up to £15,000
Arkansas Heritage Grant Foundation for Arkansas Heritage and History Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Arkansas Heritage Grant aims to enhance the appreciation and enjoyment of the state's rich cultural heritage.	Not published	Up to $5K
North Carolina Humanities: Small Project Grants North Carolina Humanities Council · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: To be eligible for consideration, the activities for which you are requesting funding must not begin sooner than eight weeks from the submission deadline._ North Carolina Humanities has been a leading cultural funder in North…	Not published	Varies
CCCC Research Initiative Grant Conference on College Composition and Communication · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The CCCC Research Initiative invites proposals that explore critical challenges in literacy, communication, rhetoric, and writing. This initiative emphasizes evidence-based research to inform public policy discussions.	Not published	Up to $10K
The Center: Beinecke Visiting Senior Fellowships Grant National Gallery of Art · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Center for Advanced Study in the Visual Arts offers Beinecke Visiting Senior Fellowships for scholars to conduct full-time research in the visual arts.	Not published	Up to $8K
Haynes Foundation: Archival Grants The John Randolph Haynes and Dora Haynes Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Haynes Foundation offers Archival Grants to support cataloging and archival projects at libraries in Los Angeles.	Not published	Varies
Mass Moments Massachusetts Foundation for the Humanities & Public Policy Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Charlotte W. Newcombe Doctoral Dissertation Fellowships The Charlotte W Newcombe Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Now in its fifth decade, the Newcombe Fellowship has become a nationally recognized award that distinguishes recipients within their fields. Fellows receive a $31,000 stipend to complete the writing stage of their dissertation.	Not published	Varies
Mini Grants for Rural Libraries Oregon Humanities · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K Oregon Humanities is offering Mini Grants for Rural Libraries, providing up to $25,000 in funding for rural libraries in Oregon to host community events.	Not published	Up to $3K
Democracy & the Informed Citizen Program Humanities Tennessee · Foundation Not published · $34K Address critical questions about media access, coverage, and citizens' responsibility to be informed and engage in democratic processes This initiative aimed to encourage public conversations across Tennessee communities (urban and rural…	Not published	$34K
International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance- Grant Program International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance · Foundation Not published · Up to €30,000 The International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) Grant Program invites innovative projects that promote Holocaust education and remembrance.	Not published	Up to €30,000
Charles Hamm Fellowship Grant Society For American Music · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Charles Hamm Fellowship, awarded by the Society for American Music, supports a one-week research residency at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s Library and Archives in Cleveland, Ohio.	Not published	Up to $2K
Luce/ACLS Collaborative Grant in China Studies American Council of Learned Societies · Foundation Not published · Up to $120K The Luce/ACLS Collaborative Grant in China Studies offers up to $150,000 for innovative pilot activities aimed at addressing pressing challenges in China Studies over 12 to 18 months.	Not published	Up to $120K

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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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