Seventh Annual Grant Cycle: History in the Public Interest
The Albert Lepage Center's Seventh Annual Grant Cycle funds creative public history projects that explore the impact and relevance of history in society.
Funder: The Albert Lepage Center for History in the Public Interest
Due Dates: September 25, 2026 (Full application submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $7,500 per project; up to 8 projects funded; one-time disbursement by Dec. 31, 2026.
Summary: Supports innovative, public-facing history projects that explore the meaning and impact of history in the public interest.
Key Information: U.S.-based individuals or nonprofits only; projects must prioritize public engagement and historical rigor.
Description
The Albert Lepage Center for History in the Public Interest at Villanova University is offering its seventh annual grant cycle to support creative, public-facing history projects. This cycle celebrates the Center’s tenth anniversary and invites applicants to deeply engage with the theme of "history in the public interest." The grant encourages innovative approaches to defining and communicating the role of history in shaping public understanding, addressing social welfare, and responding to collective needs.
Projects may explore how history interacts with concepts of public(s), the stakes of historical inquiry in different contexts, and the ways historians contribute to societal conversations. The Center values originality in both content and form, welcomes interdisciplinary teams, and prioritizes rigorous historical methods and professional standards. Past funded projects include podcasts, documentaries, tours, guidebooks, graphic histories, and community workshops.
