Grant Program
The VFH grant program accepts proposals from nonprofit organizations seeking funding to develop public humanities programs for audiences in Virginia. Since 1974, VFH has awarded more than 2,500 grants, bringing scholars and citizens together to promote a greater understanding of the humanities.
The Open Grant Program is open to proposals on a wide range of subjects, for projects in any format, and for amounts typically up to $10,000. Open Grant deadlines are February 1st, May 1st, and October 15th.
The Discretionary Grant Program allows VFH to make smaller grants of up to $3,000. There is no deadline for this program; applications are accepted at any time.
The VFH Fellowship Program is open to independent and affiliated scholars, professionals, and others working on projects in the humanities.
- Open Grant Application deadline: Feb. 1, 2012
- Apply Online - Create an account to get started
- login to manage your grant
- Grant Guidelines
The Loving Story &
The Reconstruction of Asa Carter
