Vermont Humanities: Project Grant

The Vermont Humanities Project Grant supports nonprofit organizations that engage communities in the humanities, fostering a culture of thoughtfulness and a love for learning. By funding community programming and curriculum development, this initiative aims to enhance access to humanities for diverse audiences. Eligible projects include interactive discussions and programs that promote engagement among various groups. Vermont Humanities invites both new and existing projects to apply for funding to enrich the cultural landscape of Vermont.

NOTE: We encourage you to contact us ahead of applying, especially for new projects. This will allow us to offer guidance prior to completing an application.
Project Grants
Vermont Humanities’ traditional Project Grants support nonprofit organizations offering Vermont audiences an opportunity to engage with the humanities in their communities. This grant funds community projects and curriculum development.
Fundable projects include:
Community programming that invites participation in humanities discourseCurriculum development with plans to share the work to increase access to the humanitiesHumanities experiences designed to support a specific affinity group or to encourage interaction among more than one affinity groups
Review Criteria
While reviewing grant proposals, a small committee consisting of Vermont Humanities staff and community reviewers will consider:
Are the humanities central to the project?Who is the intended audience and how will the project benefit them?Has the organization created a plan to include diversity, equity, and inclusion principles?Is the project ADA accessible?How will the project evaluate its success?Does the organization have the capacity to implement the proposed project successfully?

Eligibility

Both new and existing projects are eligible to apply.