Resident Scholars: Mellon Foundation Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: School for Advanced Research (SAR) Last Updated: March 22, 2025 Summary The Resident Scholars: Mellon Foundation…
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.
Resident Scholars: Katrin H. Lamon Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: School for Advanced Research (SAR) Amount: Up to US $40,000 Last Updated: March 22, 2025 Summary The Katrin H. Lamon…
Resident Scholars: Weatherhead Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: School for Advanced Research (SAR) Amount: Up to US $40,000 Last Updated: March 22, 2025 Summary The Resident Scholars:…
Resident Scholars: Wenner-Gren Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: School for Advanced Research (SAR) Amount: US $50,000 Last Updated: March 07, 2025 Summary The Wenner-Gren Fellowship, offered…
Overview _NOTE: Major Grant Deadlines_ * _Register your Intent to Apply: October 1– December 2, 2024_ * _Submit Draft for Staff Review (optional): December 9, 2024_ * _Final Applications Due:…
Overview Rhode Island Council for the Humanities The Rhode Island Council for the Humanities Grantmaking Program funds nonprofit organizations and individual researchers to stimulate new research in…
Ricci Institute Travel Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Ricci Institute for Chinese-Western Cultural History at Boston College Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: December 25, 2025 Summary The…
Richard C. MacDonald Iliad Endowment for Archaeological Research Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Archaeological Institute of America Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: August 10, 2025 Summary The…
Richard H. Brown/William Lloyd Barber Fellowships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Newberry Library Amount: US $20,000 - US $45,000 Last Updated: September 19, 2025 Summary The Richard H.…
Richard L. Blinder Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: James Marston Fitch Charitable Foundation Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: January 12, 2026 Summary The Richard L. Blinder Award, presented…
Richardson Dilworth Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Historical Society of Pennsylvania Amount: US $3,000 Last Updated: November 29, 2025 Summary The Richardson Dilworth Fellowship, awarded by…
Overview Our Mission The mission of Rimon is to promote and enhance Jewish identity through arts and culture, to support arts and artists who broadly explore Jewish themes, and to assist the greater…
RMA: Small Research Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Royal Musical Association Amount: Up to £400 Last Updated: March 14, 2026 Summary The Royal Musical Association offers Small Research Grants of up to…
Robert H. N. Ho Family Foundation Buddhism Public Scholars Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Council of Learned Societies Amount: Up to US $75,000 Last Updated: October 11, 2025 Summary The…
Robert H. N. Ho Family Foundation Dissertation Fellowships in Buddhist Studies Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Council of Learned Societies Amount: Up to US $40,000 Last Updated: October 11,…
Robert H. N. Ho Family Foundation Early Career Research Fellowships in Buddhist Studies Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Council of Learned Societies Amount: Up to US $75,000 Last Updated:…
Robert L. and Robert C. Ruth Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Army Heritage Center Foundation Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: March 15, 2026 Summary The Robert L. and Robert C. Ruth Fellowship…
Robert L. McNeil Jr. Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Historical Society of Pennsylvania Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: December 02, 2025 Summary The Robert L. McNeil Jr. Fellowship, offered…
Robert W. Prichard Prize Funder: Historical Society of the Episcopal Church Overview: The Robert W. Prichard Prize recognizes an outstanding Ph.D., Th.D., or D.Phil. dissertation which considers the…
Roland Jackson Memorial Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Musicological Society Inc Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: December 03, 2025 Summary The Roland Jackson Memorial Grant, offered by…
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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