20260916-RZ: Collaborative Research
Closed
This grant is closed. Who won this program's grants before is below, and similar open grants are at the end of the page. It is in our archive of National Endowment for the Humanities notices from 2026.
National Endowment for the Humanities offered grants of up to $250,000 (at least $1) to nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments and tribes. It expected to make about 15 awards worth $2.5 million in total. Applications closed on September 16, 2026.
From the official notice on Grants.gov, last changed July 8, 2026. Checked November 7, 2026.
- Award ceiling$250,000
- Award floor$1
- Total funding$2.5 million
- Expected awards15
- Cost sharingNot required
- Funding typeGrant
Other notices with this title
| Notice | Posted | Deadline | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20251119-RZ | September 22, 2025 | Closed December 3, 2025 | Closed |
| 20241127-RZ | August 7, 2024 | Closed November 20, 2024 | Closed |
| 20231129-RZ | August 1, 2023 | Closed November 29, 2023 | Closed |
| 20221130-RZ | August 9, 2022 | Closed November 30, 2022 | Closed |
| 20211201-RZ | August 31, 2021 | Closed December 1, 2021 | Closed |
Key dates
| Posted | July 7, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Deadline | September 16, 2026 |
Who can apply
This opportunity was open to nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments and tribes.
All 8 applicant types the notice lists
- State governments
- County governments
- City or township governments
- Special district governments
- Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
- Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
- Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
Is this a realistic fit?
- No cost sharing or match is required.
What the grant funds
The program supports groups of two or more scholars increasing humanistic knowledge through the preparation of a manuscript for print publication, the creation of a scholarly digital project, or the planning of an international collaboration. Projects must pursue significant research questions and lead toward an interpretive product. This year’s competition is limited to projects on American history and culture or Western civilization.
Applying now
This notice no longer takes applications. Agencies often post the same opportunity again under a new number, so check the program's notices on Grants.gov and the similar open grants below.
The notice on Grants.gov keeps its full text and attachments, which is useful for planning a resubmission.
Questions people ask
Is 20260916-RZ still open?
No. It closed on September 16, 2026.
Who can apply for Collaborative Research?
National Endowment for the Humanities accepted applications from nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments and tribes.
What is the deadline for Collaborative Research?
Closed September 16, 2026. Applications are no longer accepted; the program's newer notices are on this page when there are any.
How much funding is available?
Awards of up to $250,000 each. About $2.5 million in total across about 15 awards.