Synopsis

The purpose of this program is to fund 20-year term endowments that advance the humanities on college and university campuses and at independent educational institutions, specifically by building the organization’s capacity in research and teaching of Western civilization, American history and government, and civics.
Response Date	Feb 10, 2026 12:00:00 AM EST
Posting Date	Dec 12, 2025 12:00:00 AM EST
Archive Date
Award Ceiling	5,000,000
Award Floor	1,000,000
Cost Sharing	Yes

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants	Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), City or township governments, Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Private institutions of higher education, County governments, Special district governments, State governments
Additional Info on Eligibility:	N/a

Additional Information

Agency Name	National Endowment for the Humanities
Link to Additional Information:	https://www.neh.gov/divisions/collections
Grantor Contact Information:	If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: GrantSolutions Help Desk Phone: 202-606-8204

CFDA Program(s)

• 45.130: Promotion of the Humanities Challenge Grants