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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Lawrence T. Geraty Community Archaeology Grant American Society of Overseas · Foundation Not published · $5K The Lawrence T. Geraty Community Archaeology Grant, offered by the American Society of Overseas Research (ASOR), provides funding to support local engagement in the protection and preservation of archaeological sites in Jordan…	Not published	$5K
Humanities Montana - Community Project Grants Humanities Montana · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: We strongly suggest you consult with Humanities Montana staff before applying for any grant ._ Humanities Montana serves communities through stories and conversation.	Not published	Varies
RI Humanities: Mini Grants Rhode Island Council for the Humanities · Foundation Not published · Varies The Rhode Island Council for the Humanities Grantmaking Program funds nonprofit organizations and individual researchers to stimulate new research in the humanities, spark thoughtful community exchange, build new audiences for the…	Not published	Varies
David J. Weber Prize Grant Western History Association · Foundation Not published · $3K The David J. Weber Prize, awarded by the Western History Association, recognizes the best non-fiction book on Southwestern America published in the previous calendar year.	Not published	$3K
Public Lecture Grants Animal Welfare Foundation of Canada (AWFC) · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Animal Welfare Foundation of Canada (AWFC) offers Public Lecture Grants to universities across Canada for lectures focused on animal welfare.	Not published	Up to $2K
I Tatti/Museo Nacional del Prado Joint Fellowship Grant Villa I Tatti, The Harvard University Center for Italian Renaissance Studies · Foundation Not published · $76K The I Tatti/Museo Nacional del Prado Joint Fellowship offers early and mid-career art historians a unique opportunity to conduct research in Madrid and Florence during the 2024-2025 academic year.	Not published	$76K
The Mellon Foundation Long-Term Fellowships Grant The Newberry Library · Foundation Not published · $20K – $45K The Mellon Foundation Long-Term Fellowships, hosted by the Newberry Library, offer scholars the opportunity to engage deeply with its extensive collections.	Not published	$20K – $45K
Dr. Sebastian Devasia (Asiananda) Scholarship for Peace Intercultural Open University Foundation · Foundation Not published · €1,000 - €5,000 To support learners dedicated to world peace, nonviolence, and social change	Not published	€1,000 - €5,000
The Adele Hast Fellowship in American History Grant The Newberry Library · Foundation Not published · $3K The Adele Hast Fellowship in American History, offered by The Newberry Library, supports scholars working on projects related to American history, particularly those with a specific need for the Newberry's extensive collections.	Not published	$3K
Albert B. Corey Prize in Canadian-American Relations Grant American Historical Association · Foundation Not published · $1K The Albert B. Corey Prize, established in 1967, recognizes outstanding contributions to the understanding of Canadian-American relations.	Not published	$1K
James H. Billington Fellowship Grant Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars (The Wilson Center) · Foundation Not published · $45K The James H. Billington Fellowship, offered by the Kennan Institute at the Wilson Center, invites recent Ph.D. graduates to conduct research on Russian history and culture.	Not published	$45K
Community Project Grants - Mini Grants New Hampshire Humanities Council · Foundation Rolling · Up to $2K New Hampshire Humanities Community Project Grants provide grant funds to support public humanities programs across New Hampshire. Mini Grants provide up to $2,000 in funds.	Rolling	Up to $2K
Borchard Foundation Center on International Education - Grants Albert and Elaine Borchard · Foundation Not published · Varies The Center offers grants to academics in Southern California for: For more information or to apply for a grant, visit the Borchard Foundation Center on International Education website.	Not published	Varies
Esther Ann McFarland Fellowship Grant Historical Society of Pennsylvania · Foundation Not published · $3K The Esther Ann McFarland Fellowship, awarded by the Historical Society of Pennsylvania, supports advanced research in its extensive collections, focusing on 17th-century Pennsylvania, especially New Sweden, or African American history.	Not published	$3K
Tribal Cultural Council Program Grant Mass Cultural Council · Foundation Not published · $250 – $750 The Tribal Cultural Council Program, administered by the Mass Cultural Council, empowers Tribal Cultural Councils to distribute funds for arts, humanities, and science initiatives within their communities.	Not published	$250 – $750
The Huntington: Exchange Fellowships Grant The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens (The Huntington) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens offers Exchange Fellowships aimed at fostering international research collaboration.	Not published	Varies
Elie Wiesel Prize in Ethics Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Miami-Dade County Youth Fair & Exposition supports Miami-Dade County Public Schools (MDCPS) as the primary sponsor of the Elie Wiesel Prize in Ethics essay contest.	Not published	Varies
Library Travel Grants Science History Institute · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Science History Institute offers Library Travel Grants for researchers seeking to explore its vast collections. Grants of $1,000 per week support travel and accommodation for visits of up to two weeks.	Not published	Up to $2K
Marilyn Hatza Memorial SHINE (Strengthening the Humanities Investment in Nonprofits for Equity) Grant Maryland Humanities Council Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K General operating expenses including salaries, rent, utilities, supplies, equipment, programs, and other expenses	Not published	$10K
J. William Fulbright Prize for International Understanding Fulbright Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The J. William Fulbright Prize celebrates the advancement of peace through international understanding, realizing the vision of Senator Fulbright and honoring the impact of the Fulbright Program worldwide.	Not published	Varies
Kate B. and Hall J. Peterson Fellowships Grant American Antiquarian Society · Foundation Not published · $2K – $4K The Kate B. and Hall J. Peterson Fellowships, offered by the American Antiquarian Society, support scholarly research in any field related to American history and culture up to 1876.	Not published	$2K – $4K
Indian Rights Association Fellowship Grant Historical Society of Pennsylvania · Foundation Not published · $3K The Indian Rights Association Fellowship, awarded by the Historical Society of Pennsylvania, supports one month of research residency in Native American studies.	Not published	$3K
Wexford Research Incentive Georgia Southern University Research and Service Foundationinc · Foundation Not published · Varies Research incentive program launched in partnership with the Center for Irish Research and Teaching and the Office of Research and Economic Development. Office of Research and Economic Development	Not published	Varies
APEX Awards Grant The Royal Society · Foundation Not published · Up to £200,000 The APEX Awards, supported by the British Academy, Royal Academy of Engineering, and Royal Society, aim to foster interdisciplinary research that benefits society.	Not published	Up to £200,000

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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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