How much funding does Mini Grants provide?

Mini Grants provides Up to $2,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for Mini Grants?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

How often is Mini Grants offered?

Mini Grants runs on a twice a year cycle.

Mini Grants

Maine Humanities Council

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Funding Amount

Up to $2,000

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

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Cycle: Twice a year
Tracked since: April 2026

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Overview

Geographic Scope: Maine

The Mini Grants program supports smaller humanities projects across Maine. Based on award history from 2022-2024, grants typically range from $225 to $2,000, with multiple funding cycles per year.

Award Examples (2022-2024):

Spring 2023: Over $15,000 supporting 10 projects
Summer 2022: Over $14,000 supporting 8 projects
September 2024: $15,000 supporting 8 projects
Spring 2024: Over $15,000 supporting 8 projects

Focus Areas: Projects have included:

Summer reading programs
Community literacy initiatives
Historical presentations and discussions
Cultural heritage projects
Community engagement programs

Eligible Applicants: Nonprofits, libraries, schools, cultural organizations, and community groups across Maine

Contact:

Phone: (207) 773-5051
Email: info@mainehumanities.org
Address: 674 Brighton Avenue, Portland, ME 04102

What Maine Humanities Council actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025: 13
Total given: $96K
Median grant: $7,500
Range: $5,893–$8,000

By dollars: Maine 100%. Top recipient cities: Portland, ME; Pleasant Point, ME; Bar Harbor, ME.
100% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.