Rome Prize Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Academy in Rome Amount: US $16,000 - US $30,000 Last Updated: February 10, 2026 Summary The Rome Prize Fellowship, offered by the American…
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.
Roy Rosenzweig Prize for Creativity in Digital History Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Historical Association Amount: US $4,000 Last Updated: March 29, 2026 Summary The Roy Rosenzweig Prize for…
RSA-Samuel H. Kress Research Fellowships in Renaissance Art History Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Renaissance Society Of America Inc Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: August 04, 2025 Summary The…
RSA–Virginia Fox Stern Center Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Renaissance Society Of America Inc Amount: Up to US $3,750 Last Updated: August 04, 2025 Summary The RSA–Virginia Fox Stern…
RSF: Visiting Scholars Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Russell Sage Foundation Amount: US $62,500 - US $125,000 Last Updated: February 06, 2025 Summary The Russell Sage Foundation's Visiting…
Rubin and Gloria Feldman Family Educational Institute Funder: St. Louis Kaplan Feldman Holocaust Museum Geographic Scope: Projects benefiting Missouri and the Midwest region are especially…
Rubin and Gloria Feldman Family Educational Institute Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jewish Federation of St. Louis Last Updated: October 07, 2025 Summary The Rubin and Gloria Feldman Family…
Rubin Grants Program Overview: The Rubin Museum of Art supports artists, creatives, and scholars in the field of Himalayan art with an annual grant program that aims to expand awareness and…
Ruth Stone Prize Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society for Ethnomusicology Amount: Up to US $300 Last Updated: February 22, 2026 Summary The Ruth Stone Prize, awarded by the Society for…
Rydell-Frisa Disarmament Education Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Institute of Current World Affairs (ICWA) (Crane-Rogers Foundation) Last Updated: February 03, 2026 Summary Overview About…
SAA First Book Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Shakespeare Association Of America Last Updated: August 15, 2025 Summary The SAA First Book Award, presented by the Shakespeare Association of…
SAA Shakespeare Publics Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Shakespeare Association Of America Last Updated: August 15, 2025 Summary The SAA Shakespeare Publics Award, presented by the Shakespeare…
SAA/Folger Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Trustees of Amherst College Amount: US $4,000 Last Updated: December 03, 2025 Summary The SAA/Folger Fellowship supports scholars conducting primary…
SAH IDEAS Research Fellowship Focus: Supporting scholars and topics underrepresented at SAH and the academy at large. Purpose: Promotes diversity and inclusion in architectural history scholarship by…
Overview Western History Association The Western History Association strives to be a congenial home for the study and teaching of all aspects of North American Wests, frontiers, homelands, and…
Sally Hacker Prize Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society for the History of Technology Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: March 30, 2026 Summary The Sally Hacker Prize, established in 1999 by the Society…
Samuel "Sandy" R. Berger Memorial Fellowship Funder: Established at Peking University Education Foundation (USA) in 2019, proposed by Julia Chang Bloch (President of the US-China Education Trust and…
Samuel Eleazar and Rose Tartakow Levinson Prize Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society for the History of Technology Last Updated: March 30, 2026 Summary The Samuel Eleazar and Rose Tartakow Levinson…
Samuel H. Kress Grants for Research and Publication in Classical Art and Architecture Status: ACTIVE Funder: Archaeological Institute of America Amount: US $3,000 Last Updated: January 26, 2026…
Samuel H. Kress Mid-Career Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: James Marston Fitch Charitable Foundation Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The Samuel H. Kress…
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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