[New Foundation for Art History](https://www.nfah.org)

February 20, 2026 (Full application deadline)

Five annual awards; each grant ranges from $1,000 to $5,000 for book publication.

Supports art history scholars facing publication barriers, especially in underrepresented fields or where image rights are a challenge.

Need is a primary selection criterion; applications from diverse backgrounds and less developed fields encouraged.

--- ## Description The New Foundation for Art History offers annual publication subvention grants to support scholars in art history, with a particular emphasis on projects from less developed fields or those facing significant challenges related to image creation and rights. The grants aim to help scholars overcome financial and logistical obstacles to book publication, such as lack of institutional support or difficulties in acquiring images for scholarly works. The program also seeks to promote diversity and equity within the discipline of art history. --- ## Due Dates - February 20, 2026: Full application deadline Applicants will be informed of the funding decision by April 24, 2026. --- ## Funding Amount - Five grants awarded annually. - Each grant ranges from $1,000 to $5,000. - Funding is intended specifically for costs associated with scholarly book publication. --- ## Eligibility - Open to art history scholars, including tenure-track and non-tenure-track applicants. - Projects in less developed fields or those facing particular impediments (e.g., image rights, lack of institutional support) are prioritized. - Applicants must demonstrate need for publication subvention aid. - The foundation encourages applications from scholars who contribute to the diversity of the field. --- ## Application Process - Submit a cover letter (maximum 750 words) explaining the project and the need for subvention support. - Provide a copy of the book contract (signed by both author and publisher). - Submit the current text of the book’s introduction. - List other sources of funding in the cover letter. - A letter of support from the editor or publisher is desirable. - All materials should be submitted as PDFs, labeled with the applicant’s first initial and last name. - Email the complete application to info@nfah.org. --- ## Additional Information - Applications are reviewed by foundation leadership and relevant committees. - Need is a major criterion for selection. - The foundation actively seeks to support projects that enhance diversity within the field of art history. --- ## External Links - [NFAH Grants Program Page](https://www.nfah.org/grants) - [New Foundation for Art History Home](https://www.nfah.org) - [Contact NFAH](https://www.nfah.org/contact) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |---------------|----------------------------------| | Email | info@nfah.org | | Address | 24 W 71st St, New York, NY 10023-4201, USA | | Program Page | [https://www.nfah.org/grants](https://www.nfah.org/grants) |

Publication Subvention Grants - New Foundation for Art History

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