State and Jurisdictional Humanities CouncilsGeneral Operating Support Grants

The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is accepting applications for State and Jurisdictional Humanities Councils General Operating Support Grants. These grants support the humanities at the state and local levels, and are awarded to independent, nonprofit 501(c)(3) state and jurisdictional humanities councils. The grants have a period of performance of five years, and require a one-to-one cost share. The application deadline is April 6, 2026. • Eligible applicants are independent, nonprofit 501(c)(3) state and jurisdictional humanities councils. • The grant amount is dependent on Congressional appropriations and NEH's statutory funding formula. • The grant period is five years, with projects starting between November 1, 2026, and May 1, 2027. • The application package must include an annual plan, budget justification, and other required documents. • The review process involves NEH staff review and consideration by the National Council on the Humanities.