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Collections Stewardship

Funded by:

National Endowment for the Humanities

Grant Amount

USD: 14,000,000Program Funding

USD: 50,000Award Minimum

USD: 500,000Award Maximum

Deadline

May 11, 2026

2 days remaining

Est. Awards

50 Grants

Funding Purpose

Community Projects

Subjects

Arts and Humanities

Description

Collections Stewardship: National Endowment for the Humanities

This grant supports the preservation, digitization, and scholarly access to historically significant collections, fostering public engagement with cultural heritage.

Eligibility & Focus Areas

Focus: Preservation, digitization, and scholarly access to cultural collections.
Target: Institutions with significant, underutilized historical or cultural assets.
Goal: To make primary source materials accessible to researchers and the public.

Funding Details

Funding Opportunity: Collections Stewardship Grant

Funder: National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH)

Deadline: [Insert Specific Date]

Award Range: $50,000 - $500,000 (Varies by project scope)

Key Guidelines

Project Scope: Must detail a clear plan for preservation (physical or digital) and scholarly dissemination.
Community Impact: Proposals must articulate how the project will benefit the broader public and academic community.
Partnerships: Strong partnerships with local universities or cultural organizations are highly recommended.

How to Apply

Review the full Request for Proposals (RFP) document available on the NEH website.
Form a core project team and establish preliminary partnerships.
Develop a detailed budget, timeline, and project narrative.
Submit the complete package before the stated deadline.