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GRANTS

The Humanities Council welcomes project proposals that support free, public programs addressing fundamental questions about who we are and how we live in the world we share. The Humanities Council's programs emphasize critical thinking skills essential for all citizens to be able to participate in our democracy. North Carolinians of every walk of life, hue, and creed engage in these activities by examining what we value, how we relate to each other, how we cope with change, and how we express ourselves. In particular, the Humanities Council encourages programs that explore North Carolina's rich diversity by examining the culture and traditions of specific groups as well as programs that foster cross-cultural understanding.

 

TYPES OF GRANTS

  • Planning Grant ($750 or less)
    The planning grant secures the assistance of humanities scholar/consultants to plan a project. Allowable expenses include consultants' stipends and reimbursements for travel, meals, and lodging. There is no deadline for a planning grant.


  • Mini-grant ($1,200 or less)
    The mini-grant provides funds for scholar stipends, travel expenses including meals and lodging, publicity, and certain other expenses connected with a project of limited scope. Mini-grant applications must arrive at the Humanities Council office by the first day of the month to be considered for funding within the same calendar month. Applicants are required to submit proposals for projects which begin at least four weeks from the date of funding. Grant awards are usually made no later than the end of the month.


  • Large Grant (more than $1,200)
    The large grant requires the submission of a draft proposal. Grants provide funds for humanities projects of extended scope including, but not limited to, lecture/discussion series, performance/discussions, exhibit/ discussions, and film/video productions. Media projects are limited to $5,000. Large grants must be postmarked no later than the deadline dates listed below. Only large grant projects which begin at least four weeks from the date of funding will be considered.

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Humanities Council Logos and Promotional Identification

NCHC requires all grant recipients to display the NCHC logo and acknowledgment on promotional materials, programs, and handouts. Instructions for using NCHC logos and acknowledgments.

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