§ Federal grant opportunity · 20260916-RZ
Collaborative Research
National Endowment for the Humanities is accepting applications for Collaborative Research. The deadline is September 16, 2026 and the published award range is $1 – $250K.
Key facts
- Funder
- National Endowment for the Humanities
- Application deadline
- September 16, 2026
- Award range
- $1 – $250K
- Eligibility
- Eligibility criteria are published in the funding opportunity announcement.
- Geography
- United States
- Focus areas
- Arts & Culture
- Opportunity number
- 20260916-RZ
Program overview
The program supports groups of two or more scholars increasing humanistic knowledge through the preparation of a manuscript for print publication, the creation of a scholarly digital project, or the planning of an international collaboration. Projects must pursue significant research questions and lead toward an interpretive product. This year’s competition is limited to projects on American history and culture or Western civilization.
How to apply
- Confirm your organization meets the eligibility criteria above.
- Read the full funding opportunity announcement from National Endowment for the Humanities.
- Draft your narrative against the funder's stated priorities and review criteria.
- Submit before September 16, 2026, allowing time for registration and validation.
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