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A More Perfect Union: NEH Special Initiative Advancing Civic Education and Commemorating the Nation's 250th Anniversary is sponsored by National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH). This NEH initiative encourages projects that promote a deeper understanding of American history and culture, advance civics education, and knowledge of U. S.
core principles of government, especially in commemoration of the nation's 250th anniversary.
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"A More Perfect Union" | National Endowment for the Humanities A More Perfect Union: Exploring America’s Story and Celebrating Its 250 Years of Cultural Heritage On July 4, 2026, America will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the nation’s principles of equality, liberty, and government by consent of the governed.
This historic milestone is an opportunity for Americans to reflect on the nation’s past, honor the contributions of all Americans, celebrate the nation’s rich cultural heritage, and look toward its next 250 years – it is an opportunity that calls for the humanities. Accordingly, in 2019, NEH launched "A More Perfect Union."
This special initiative leverages the humanities to promote a deeper understanding of America’s history and culture, advance civics education and knowledge of the nation’s core principles of government, and preserve and provide access to the nation’s heritage.
Through "A More Perfect Union", NEH funds humanities projects that: Engage the public in American history Preserve and provide access to the nation’s heritage Build secure and sustainable cultural resources for future generations Strengthen teaching and learning about American history Advance scholarly research on American history Leverage technology to explore America’s past Since the launch of " A More Perfect Union", NEH has awarded more than $85 million to support scholarly research, educational resources, and public humanities in all 50 U.S. states and six jurisdictions.
We encourage you to join us in celebrating 250 years of America’s culture, heritage, and history by discovering NEH-supported humanities projects. NEH is an ex officio member of the U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission, created by Congress to commemorate our nation's founding. NEH’s Role in Planning the Nation’s 250th Anniversary U.S. Army photo, GPA Photo Archive U.S. Army photo, GPA Photo Archive Celebrate America!
Grant Opportunity U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission NEH’s A More Perfect Union Press Release Executive Order on Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday Featured NEH-Supported Projects Chronicling America: Historic American Newspapers Making History at 250: The Field Guide for the Semiquincentennial National Opportunities through America250 America’s Field Trip is a multi-year contest that invites students in grades 3-12 to submit artwork and essays, answering the question, “What does America mean to you?
” for the chance to earn unique experiences at iconic American historical and cultural sites. The program is provided by America250, a nonpartisan initiative working to engage every American in commemorating the 250th anniversary of the nation. NEH Announces $75.
1 Million for 84 Humanities Projects NEH Announces Funding Opportunity for Museums and Historic Sites on the History of American Excellence NEH Announces New Grant Program for Cultural Organizations on the People, Events, and Legacy of 1776 NEH Announces New Grant Program to Enhance Access to Original Documents of America’s Founding and Government NEH Announces Grant Opportunity to Create Statues of Iconic Americans for the National Garden of American Heroes A More Perfect Union logos:
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: U.S. nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, accredited institutions of higher education, state and local governments, and federally recognized Native American tribal governments. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows more than $85 million awarded total; individual grants vary by program. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
A More Perfect Union: NEH Special Initiative Advancing Civic Education and Commemorating the Nation's 250th Anniversary is funded by National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Jerome Early-Career Project Grants is a grant from Forecast Public Art, funded by the Jerome Foundation, that funds the creation of new public art projects by early-career artists based in Minnesota. Two grants of $8,000 each are awarded annually to support temporary or permanent public artworks anywhere in Minnesota. Projects may be supported by public or nonprofit agencies but private commissions are not eligible, and a secured project site is required at the time of application. The program places special emphasis on supporting BIPOC and Native artists, LGBTQIA+ artists, women artists, immigrant artists, rural artists, and artists with disabilities. Eligible applicants are Minnesota-based individual artists with 2–10 years of generative experience. The application deadline was October 15, 2025.
The Local Cultural Council Program is a grant from the Massachusetts Cultural Council distributing $1,000 to $10,000 through a statewide network of 329 Local Cultural Councils (LCCs) representing every city and town in the Commonwealth. Each LCC awards funds based on local community cultural needs as assessed by council members. Eligible applicants include artists, nonprofits, schools, and organizations pursuing arts, humanities, and science projects. Applications are submitted directly to local councils and are typically due by October 16. Grants from most LCCs are reimbursement-based. Massachusetts Cultural Council funds the LCCs centrally, which then regrant to community projects.
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