Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #20260625-ECD
NEH Grant for Humanities Curriculum Development in Western Civilization and Related Fields
Buyer
National Endowment for the Humanities
Posted
April 16, 2026
Respond By
June 26, 2026
Identifier
20260625-ECD
NAICS
611310
The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is inviting accredited U.S. higher education institutions to apply for grants supporting curriculum development in the humanities. - Government Buyer: - National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), Division of Lifelong Learning - OEMs and Vendors: - NEH is the sole grantor and primary entity involved - Products/Services Requested: - Curriculum development services for humanities programs - Focus areas: Western civilization, American history, government, civics, and the Great Books tradition - Activities: Creating or revising curricula, developing teaching materials, faculty development, and partnerships with cultural institutions - Estimated 10 grants to be awarded, each up to $750,000, with a total program funding of $7,000,000 - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Only accredited public, state, or private nonprofit colleges and universities are eligible - Projects must involve humanities faculty and result in curricular resources or faculty development - Funding cannot be used for political, religious, or ideological advocacy, DEI/DEIA initiatives, environmental justice, or lobbying - No cost sharing or matching is required - Projects must start between March and June of the designated year and last up to three years
Description
This funding opportunity from the National Endowment for the Humanities aims to support formal education by strengthening the teaching and study of the humanities at accredited institutions of higher education. For 2026, projects must focus on Western civilization, American history, American government and civics, and/or the Great Books tradition. Eligible applicants include public, state, and private accredited institutions of higher education. The program provides grants to develop or enhance humanities programs, resources, or courses, with awards up to $750,000 and a total funding amount of approximately $7,000,000.