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"Major Grants" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
Major Grants is sponsored by Maine Humanities Council. The Major Grants program provides funding to Maine nonprofits and communities for larger humanities programs and projects, such as exhibits, films, conferences, and initiatives with broad public outreach. Projects should have rich, well-developed humanities content, strong participation from a scholar or topic expert, and robust support from community partners.
These grants are not for general operating expenses.
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Major Grants - Maine Humanities Council > Programs & Grants > Grants > Major Grants for larger humanities programs and projects—things like exhibits, films, conferences, initiatives—that have broad public outreach. Major Grants distribute funding to humanities programs and projects undertaken by non-profit organizations and communities all across Maine.
Organizations serving and/or led by members of communities traditionally under-resourced in the humanities are encouraged to apply.
We evaluate proposals on their strength and clarity in the following areas: Project design and budget Community outreach and engagement Alignment with Maine Humanities priorities as listed in our Grant Guidelines Organizations with 501c3 status , government organizations (such as a federally recognized Indian Tribal governments or organizations or state/local/city governments), churches , or education organizations (such as schools or school districts, or public or private institutions of higher education) are eligible to apply without fiscal sponsorship.
If your organization is NOT a 501c3, or equivalent (listed above) you will need a FISCAL SPONSOR for your project. The National Council of Nonprofits has a helpful resource sheet on fiscal sponsorship. If your organization has received a MHC project grant (Major, Mini, or Arts & Humanities Grants), you are not eligible to apply again either in the same or the following calendar year .
For example, an organization awarded a grant (at any point) in 2025 would not be eligible to apply for ANY MHC grants until January 2027. What does it mean to have the humanities at the heart of your project? What does strong community engagement look like?
What is a fiscal sponsor? What is a broad and diverse audience? When can my project start?
Are there character limits in applications? Applicants are strongly encouraged to connect with a member of the Maine Humanities Grants Team before applying. If you have never applied for a Maine Humanities Grant or aren’t familiar with the grant application process, we would love to work with you in order to make the process as easy as possible.
Van Buren: Shared Tables, Shared Stories Shared Tables, Shared Stories is a statewide initiative designed to… December 8, 2026 - January 26, 2027 Grant applications open and close at noon on the above dates.
Scoring criteria used to review proposals for this grant.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Non-profit organizations in Maine for humanities programs and projects. Individuals with humanities projects may apply with a fiscal sponsor. A funding match or cost-share is required. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $2,001 – $7,500. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was January 20, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Major Grants is funded by Maine Humanities Council. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Maine. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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