National Digital Newspaper Program
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National Endowment for the Humanities is offering grants of up to $325,000 (at least $1) to nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments and tribes. It expects to make about 11 awards worth $3.0 million in total. Applications close on January 13, 2027.
From the official notice on Grants.gov, last changed October 6, 2026. Checked October 31, 2026.
- Award ceiling$325,000
- Award floor$1
- Expected awards11
- Total funding$3.0 million
- Cost sharingNot required
- Funding typeCooperative Agreement
Key dates
| Posted | October 6, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Deadline | January 13, 2027 |
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Who can apply
This opportunity is open to nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments and tribes.
- 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
See C. Eligibility in the Notice of Funding Opportunity for more information.
Is this a realistic fit?
- No cost sharing or match is required.
What the grant funds
The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Division of Collections and Infrastructure is accepting applications for the National Digital Newspaper Program (NDNP). The purpose of this program is to create a national digital resource of historically significant newspapers published between 1690 and 1963, from all 56 states and U.S. jurisdictions. The Library of Congress (LOC) maintains this freely accessible, searchable online database.
How to apply
- Read the full notice and attachments on Grants.gov and the agency's announcement. The notice is the official source for deadlines and requirements.
- Make sure your organization has an active SAM.gov registration and Unique Entity ID; registration can take several weeks.
- Register on Grants.gov and submit through Workspace before the deadline and time given in the notice. Our application guide walks through each step.
Questions go to National Endowment for the Humanities, collections@neh.gov, 202-606-8204.
Questions people ask
Who can apply for National Digital Newspaper Program?
National Endowment for the Humanities accepts applications from nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments and tribes. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.
What is the deadline for National Digital Newspaper Program?
Closes January 13, 2027 (74 days left). Confirm the date and time in the official notice on Grants.gov.
How much funding is available?
Awards of up to $325,000 each. About $3.0 million in total across about 11 awards.