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Collaborative Research Grant Program is sponsored by National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH). This program supports groups of two or more scholars increasing humanistic knowledge through the preparation of a manuscript for print publication, the creation of a scholarly digital project, or the planning of an international collaboration.
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Depending on funding category, up to $250,000. Book, themed issue of peer-reviewed journal, digital publication, website, digital resource Depending on funding category, up to three years. The Collaborative Research program aims to advance knowledge in the humanities by supporting teams of scholars working on a project leading to an interpretive product.
Teams may propose research in a single field of study or interdisciplinary work. NEH encourages projects that incorporate multiple points of view and pursue new avenues of inquiry. Collaborators may come from one or more institutions.
NEH encourages partnerships with researchers in the natural and social sciences, but projects must focus on humanistic content and employ humanistic methods. International collaboration is welcome, but scholars at U.S. institutions must contribute significantly to the project.
Proposed projects must lead to a tangible and sustainable output, such as a coauthored book, edited volume, themed issue of a peer-reviewed journal, digital publication, or scholarly website. Project outputs must incorporate collaboration and interpretation to address significant humanities research questions. Applications must focus on the history and culture of the United States or Western civilization.
The program supports three project categories: Planning International Collaboration, Manuscript Preparation, and Scholarly Digital Project Planning International Collaboration projects have a maximum award amount of $50,000. International teams should consult NEH's International Opportunities page for information about possible sources of additional funding from external partners.
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The published deadline was August 18, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
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