The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is offering grants under the Rediscovering Our Revolutionary Tradition program. This initiative aims to support projects focused on preserving and providing access to primary source materials that document the history of America’s founding era and government. This program commemorates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026.

Key Dates and Funding Details

The application deadline for this grant is September 04, 2025. Applicants should ensure all materials are submitted by this date.

The estimated total program funding is $14,000,000. Individual awards can range from $1 to a ceiling of $750,000, offering flexibility for different project scopes.

Approximately 30 awards are expected to be granted under this program. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement for this funding opportunity.

Eligible Applicants

A wide range of institutions and organizations are eligible to apply for this grant. These include both public and private entities.

• Special district governments

• Public and State controlled institutions of higher education

• Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)

• State governments

• Private institutions of higher education

• Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education

• County governments

• City or township governments

Applicants must meet the specific eligibility criteria to be considered for funding.

Project Focus and Activities

The primary focus of this program is on preserving and improving access to primary source materials related to America's revolutionary tradition. This includes materials documenting the history of American government at the federal, state, and local levels.

Supported activities include a range of preservation and access efforts. These encompass conservation treatment and rehousing, digitization and description, transcription and translation, and updating existing digital resources.

The goal is to ensure the long-term public availability of these important historical resources. Projects should aim to enhance accessibility and usability for researchers, educators, and the general public.

Application Process

Applications should be submitted through Grants.gov. Ensure all required forms and documentation are complete and accurate.

Carefully review the full announcement for detailed instructions and requirements. Pay close attention to the evaluation criteria and address them thoroughly in your proposal.

For any questions or difficulties, contact the Division of Preservation and Access at 202-606-8570 or preservation@neh.gov.