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"Humanities Initiatives at Historically Black Colleges and Universities" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
Humanities Initiatives at Historically Black Colleges and Universities is sponsored by National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH). Supports the development or enhancement of humanities programs, resources, or courses at HBCUs.
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NEH Resources for Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs) | National Endowment for the Humanities NEH Resources for Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs) Tuskegee University is one of eight HBCUs to receive a grant through the Historically Black Colleges and Universities Cultural Heritage Stewardship program.
Tuskegee will develop a stewardship plan for Thrasher and Sage Halls, designed by noted African American architect Robert R. Taylor. Photo by Kwesi Daniels, courtesy National Trust for Historic Preservation Tuskegee University is one of eight HBCUs to receive a grant through the Historically Black Colleges and Universities Cultural Heritage Stewardship program.
Tuskegee will develop a stewardship plan for Thrasher and Sage Halls, designed by noted African American architect Robert R. Taylor.
Photo by Kwesi Daniels, courtesy National Trust for Historic Preservation NEH recognizes the important role of Historically Black Colleges and Universities in educating and inspiring students, fostering exploration of African American history, culture, and identity, and expanding educational access in all areas of the humanities.
NEH encourages HBCUs and their faculty members to take advantage of all NEH grant programs and resources, including those that are HBCU-specific. Awards for Faculty at Historically Black Colleges & Universities NEH funding for teachers, scholars, and staff at HBCUs supports advanced research on humanities topics.
About the NEH application review process General Application Guide for Awards to Organizations (PDF) State Humanities Councils - NEH provides direct funding to humanities councils in the fifty-six states and jurisdictions. The councils enrich the cultural life of the people they serve by supporting the unique resources and interests of their local communities through grants, council-led programs, and partnerships.
Find your local humanities council here . NEH is a partner on the White House Initiative on Advancing Educational Equity, Excellence, and Economic Opportunity through Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) , and a member of the Federal HBCU Interagency Working Group on Arts, History, Humanities, & Culture . Explore NEH-supported summer professional development opportunities for educators.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The published deadline was May 6, 2025, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Humanities Initiatives at Historically Black Colleges and Universities is funded by National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
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