ACLS Grants for Humanities Research and Scholarship Support

GrantID: 1380

Grant Funding Amount Low: $3,000

Deadline: Ongoing

Grant Amount High: $60,000

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Summary

Grant opportunities described here are aimed at supporting individual scholars and small teams engaged in advanced research and creative inquiry in the humanities and related social sciences. The programs are open to applicants in many regions, including the United States and, in some cases, international scholars, with funding intended to help recipients focus on deep, original research projects or community‑engaged scholarly work without the immediate constraints of regular teaching or professional duties.


The funding can come in the form of fellowships or small grants that provide financial assistance for phases of study, writing, travel, or collaboration. Interests for these awards often include advancing understanding of cultural, historical, ethical, or societal topics, strengthening professional development, and expanding access for scholars from traditionally underrepresented backgrounds.


Recipients benefit from dedicated time for research, connections with other scholars, and professional enrichment that can have lasting impact on careers and academic fields.


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Overview

This grant is meant to financially support organizations or entities that focus their efforts on, but not limited to: Arts, Culture, History, Music & Humanities, Black, Indigenous, People of Color, College Scholarship, Law, Justice, Juvenile Justice & Legal Services, Social Justice.