Vermont Humanities Grants support projects that engage Vermont communities in public humanities through exhibits, education, and creative programming.
Funder: Vermont Humanities
Due Dates: February 18, 2026 | May 20, 2026 | September 9, 2026
Funding Amounts: Project Grants up to $5,000 per award; other grant types available (see below).
Summary: Supports public humanities projects and programming for non-profits and organizations serving Vermont communities.
Vermont Humanities offers a robust grants program to strengthen public humanities initiatives throughout Vermont. Project Grants support a wide range of community-based and curriculum development projects, including exhibits, teacher trainings, and community discussions that foster engagement and enrich Vermont’s cultural landscape. The program aims to expand access to the humanities and encourage creative, meaningful public programming across the state. Additional grant types include Rapid Response Grants (up to $1,000) for immediate needs and Partnership Grants for multi-year support.