The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is offering Challenge Grants to institutions and organizations to enhance their humanities programs through capacity-building. These grants can be used for endowments, spend-down funds, and capital expenditures that support long-term benefits to the institution and the humanities field. The matching requirement encourages nonfederal support and collaborations among multiple entities. Priority is given to proposals focusing on America’s historic places. Funding must demonstrate a strategic plan to strengthen humanities activities and advance knowledge. Eligible applicants include colleges, museums, libraries, research institutions, and nonprofit entities. Application deadline is May 5, 2009.
Opportunity ID: 45370
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 20090505-CH |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Challenge Grants |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Humanities |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 10 |
| Assistance Listings: | 45.130 — Promotion of the Humanities_Challenge Grants |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 19, 2009 |
| Last Updated Date: | Feb 19, 2009 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 05, 2009 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 05, 2009 |
| Archive Date: | Jun 04, 2009 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Public and State controlled institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | With the exception of elementary and secondary schools (public or private) or school districts, any U. S. nonprofit institution (public agency, private nonprofit organization, tribal government) working wholly or in part with the humanities may apply for a challenge grant; nonprofit institutions need not have 501(c)(3) status to be eligible. Affiliated institutions (e.g., university museums) should consult with NEH staff on questions of separate eligibility. Institutions that support research, education, preservation, and public programming in humanities disciplines are eligible to apply for an NEH challenge grant. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | National Endowment for the Humanities |
| Description: | NEH challenge grants are capacity-building grants, intended to help institutions and organizations secure long-term improvements in and support for their humanities programs and resources. Grants may be used to establish or enhance endowments or spend-down funds (that is, funds that are invested, with both the income and the principal being expended over a defined period of years) that generate expendable earnings to support ongoing program activities. Funds may also be used for one-time capital expenditures (such as construction and renovation, purchase of equipment, and acquisitions) that bring long-term benefits to the institution and to the humanities more broadly. Because of the matching requirement, these NEH grants also strengthen the humanities by encouraging nonfederal sources of support. Applications are welcome from colleges and universities, museums, public libraries, research institutions, historical societies and historic sites, scholarly associations, state humanities councils, and other nonprofit entities. Programs that involve collaboration among multiple institutions are eligible as well, but one institution must serve as the lead agent and formal applicant of record. NEH particularly welcomes proposals for programming at Americas historic places (historic sites, neighborhoods, communities, or larger geographical regions). Activities supported: Challenge grant funds (both federal and nonfederal together) must provide long-term benefits to the humanities. Challenge grant funds should not replace funds already being expended on the humanities, but instead should reflect careful strategic planning to strengthen the institutions activities in and commitment to the advancement of knowledge and understanding of the humanities. |
| Link to Additional Information: | http://www.neh.gov/grants/guidelines/challenge.html |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Office of Challenge Grants
National Endowment for the Humanities Room 420 1100 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20506 202-606-8309 Email:challenge@neh.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Corrected opportunity number | Feb 19, 2009 | |
| Feb 19, 2009 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 20090505-CH |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Challenge Grants |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Humanities |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 10 |
| Assistance Listings: | 45.130 — Promotion of the Humanities_Challenge Grants |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 19, 2009 |
| Last Updated Date: | Feb 19, 2009 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 05, 2009 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 05, 2009 |
| Archive Date: | Jun 04, 2009 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Public and State controlled institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | With the exception of elementary and secondary schools (public or private) or school districts, any U. S. nonprofit institution (public agency, private nonprofit organization, tribal government) working wholly or in part with the humanities may apply for a challenge grant; nonprofit institutions need not have 501(c)(3) status to be eligible. Affiliated institutions (e.g., university museums) should consult with NEH staff on questions of separate eligibility. Institutions that support research, education, preservation, and public programming in humanities disciplines are eligible to apply for an NEH challenge grant. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | National Endowment for the Humanities |
| Description: | NEH challenge grants are capacity-building grants, intended to help institutions and organizations secure long-term improvements in and support for their humanities programs and resources. Grants may be used to establish or enhance endowments or spend-down funds (that is, funds that are invested, with both the income and the principal being expended over a defined period of years) that generate expendable earnings to support ongoing program activities. Funds may also be used for one-time capital expenditures (such as construction and renovation, purchase of equipment, and acquisitions) that bring long-term benefits to the institution and to the humanities more broadly. Because of the matching requirement, these NEH grants also strengthen the humanities by encouraging nonfederal sources of support. Applications are welcome from colleges and universities, museums, public libraries, research institutions, historical societies and historic sites, scholarly associations, state humanities councils, and other nonprofit entities. Programs that involve collaboration among multiple institutions are eligible as well, but one institution must serve as the lead agent and formal applicant of record. NEH particularly welcomes proposals for programming at Americas historic places (historic sites, neighborhoods, communities, or larger geographical regions). Activities supported: Challenge grant funds (both federal and nonfederal together) must provide long-term benefits to the humanities. Challenge grant funds should not replace funds already being expended on the humanities, but instead should reflect careful strategic planning to strengthen the institutions activities in and commitment to the advancement of knowledge and understanding of the humanities. |
| Link to Additional Information: | http://www.neh.gov/grants/guidelines/challenge.html |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Office of Challenge Grants
National Endowment for the Humanities Room 420 1100 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20506 202-606-8309 Email:challenge@neh.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 20080505-CH |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Challenge Grants |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Humanities |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 10 |
| Assistance Listings: | 45.130 — Promotion of the Humanities_Challenge Grants |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 19, 2009 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 05, 2009 |
| Archive Date: | Jun 04, 2009 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | With the exception of elementary and secondary schools (public or private) or school districts, any U. S. nonprofit institution (public agency, private nonprofit organization, tribal government) working wholly or in part with the humanities may apply for a challenge grant; nonprofit institutions need not have 501(c)(3) status to be eligible. Affiliated institutions (e.g., university museums) should consult with NEH staff on questions of separate eligibility. Institutions that support research, education, preservation, and public programming in humanities disciplines are eligible to apply for an NEH challenge grant. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | National Endowment for the Humanities |
| Description: | NEH challenge grants are capacity-building grants, intended to help institutions and organizations secure long-term improvements in and support for their humanities programs and resources. Grants may be used to establish or enhance endowments or spend-down funds (that is, funds that are invested, with both the income and the principal being expended over a defined period of years) that generate expendable earnings to support ongoing program activities. Funds may also be used for one-time capital expenditures (such as construction and renovation, purchase of equipment, and acquisitions) that bring long-term benefits to the institution and to the humanities more broadly. Because of the matching requirement, these NEH grants also strengthen the humanities by encouraging nonfederal sources of support. Applications are welcome from colleges and universities, museums, public libraries, research institutions, historical societies and historic sites, scholarly associations, state humanities councils, and other nonprofit entities. Programs that involve collaboration among multiple institutions are eligible as well, but one institution must serve as the lead agent and formal applicant of record. NEH particularly welcomes proposals for programming at Americas historic places (historic sites, neighborhoods, communities, or larger geographical regions). Activities supported: Challenge grant funds (both federal and nonfederal together) must provide long-term benefits to the humanities. Challenge grant funds should not replace funds already being expended on the humanities, but instead should reflect careful strategic planning to strengthen the institutions activities in and commitment to the advancement of knowledge and understanding of the humanities. |
| Link to Additional Information: | http://www.neh.gov/grants/guidelines/challenge.html |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Office of Challenge Grants
National Endowment for the Humanities Room 420 1100 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20506 202-606-8309 Email:challenge@neh.gov |
Related Documents
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Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Office of Challenge Grants National Endowment for the Humanities Room 420 1100 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20506 202-606-8309 Email: challenge@neh.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45.130 | PKG00010534 | Feb 19, 2009 | May 05, 2009 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
45370 SF424_Short-1.0.pdf
45370 SupplementaryCoverSheetforNEHGrantPrograms-1.0.pdf
45370 PerformanceSite_1_2-1.2.pdf
45370 Attachments-1.0.pdf
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