KOHC: Oral History Grants - Technical Assistance Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kentucky Historical Society Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: August 06, 2024 Summary The…
Social Science & Humanities Grants
Last updated June 11, 2026
There are currently 1,127 active humanities grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from federal and foundation sources and updated daily.
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.
What humanities grants are open right now?
Kress Publications Fellowships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American School of Classical Studies at Athens (ASCSA) Amount: Up to US $30,000 Last Updated: October 05, 2025 Summary The Kress…
KROC Institute: Visiting Research Fellowships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: University Of Notre Dame Du Lac Amount: Up to US $30,000 Last Updated: December 23, 2025 Summary The KROC Institute at the…
Kurt Weill Foundation Grant Program: Kurt Weill Dissertation Fellowship Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kurt Weill Foundation for Music Last Updated: October 30, 2025 Summary The Kurt Weill Dissertation…
Kurt Weill Foundation Grant Program: Publication Assistance Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kurt Weill Foundation for Music Last Updated: October 30, 2025 Summary The Kurt Weill Foundation Grant Program for…
Kurt Weill Foundation Grant Program: Research & Travel Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kurt Weill Foundation for Music Last Updated: October 30, 2025 Summary The Kurt Weill Foundation Grant Program…
Kurt Weill Foundation Grant Program: Scholarly Symposia and Conferences Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kurt Weill Foundation for Music Last Updated: October 30, 2025 Summary The Kurt Weill Foundation Grant…
L. Carl Brown AIMS Book Prize in North African Studies Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Institute for Maghrib Studies Inc Amount: US $250 Last Updated: November 25, 2025 Summary The L. Carl…
Landmarks of American History and Culture and Summer Institutes The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Division of Lifelong Learning is accepting applications for the Landmarks of American…
Lane County Cultural Coalition Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oregon Cultural Trust Amount: US $500 - US $2,500 Last Updated: August 29, 2025 Summary The Lane County Cultural Coalition Grant supports…
Lapides Fellowship in Pre-1865 Juvenile Literature and Ephemera Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Antiquarian Society Amount: US $2,000 - US $4,000 Last Updated: November 29, 2025 Summary The…
Lapidus Fellowship for the Study of Rare Early American Legal Texts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Omohundro Institute of Early American History & Culture Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: September 19,…
Latino Museum Studies Program - Postdoctoral Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Smithsonian Institution (SI) Amount: Up to US $62,000 Last Updated: June 18, 2025 Summary The Latino Museum…
Laura C. Stauffer Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Tulsa Community Foundation Last Updated: October 11, 2025 Summary The Laura C. Stauffer Scholarship, offered by the Tulsa Community…
Lawrence T. Geraty Community Archaeology Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Society of Overseas Research (ASOR) Amount: US $4,500 Last Updated: January 12, 2026 Summary The Lawrence T. Geraty…
Legacy Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Antiquarian Society Amount: US $2,000 - US $4,000 Last Updated: November 29, 2025 Summary The Legacy Fellowship, offered by the American…
LEH Rebirth Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: February 09, 2026 Summary The LEH Rebirth Grants support initiatives that…
Lei Pua ʻAla - Queer Histories of Hawaiʻi Status: Active partnership project Geographic Scope: Hawaiʻi statewide Project Duration: Three-year partnership project Overview: This is a three-year…
Overview American Historical Association Founded in 1884 and incorporated by Congress in 1889 for the promotion of historical studies, the American Historical Association provides leadership for the…
Leon Levy Center for Biography Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Graduate Center, City University of New York (CUNY) Amount: US $72,000 Last Updated: July 07, 2025 Summary The Leon Levy…
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?
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