Georgia Humanities supports the efforts of nonprofit organizations seeking to foster connections between people and ideas. Through a competitive process, we award grants to such cultural, civic, and educational entities as museums, libraries, universities, and historical societies for a range of projects, including walking tours, exhibitions, author talks, lecture series, and literary festivals. Proposed grant programs can also be virtual.

Georgia-based nonprofit organizations are encouraged to apply for Spring 2026 grants ranging from $1,000 to $7,500 to support public humanities programs. Funded projects must involve at least one qualified humanities scholar, be designed for and open to public audiences, and foster meaningful discussion, reflection, and exchange within communities. Programs should demonstrate clear humanities content and public engagement as central components of the project.

The full grant guidelines are available here.

Eligibility

Eligible Georgia-based applicants serving Georgia audiences include:

• Nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (or a qualified fiscal sponsor)
• Accredited colleges or universities
• Libraries, museums, and historical societies
• State or local government agencies
• Federally recognized tribal governments

Match Requirement

All projects must have a 1:1 match (cash and/or in-kind).

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted via the Georgia Humanities grant portal.

Contact

Please be sure to check out the FAQ for answers to commonly asked questions.

For other general questions or concerns regarding program grants, including for questions about specific project reporting requirements, please contact Mary Wearn at mwearn@georgiahumanities.org.

Deadline

The Spring Grant Cycle is open with rolling admissions from Feb. 2, 2026 until May 1, 2026.