NEH Announces New Grant Program for Cultural Organizations on the People, Events, and Legacy of 1776 

The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is pleased to announce a new grant program for museums, libraries, archives, and other cultural organizations to support public programs on the ideas of the American Revolution and the founding of the United States.

To mark the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 2026, NEH’s Public Impact Projects Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary program offers grants of up to $200,000 for projects that focus on public interpretation of the Founding Era and the lasting impact of the people and events that propelled the Revolution. 

“The 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence is an opportunity to revisit the founding ideals of our republic and reinforce our commitment to them,” said Acting NEH Chairman Michael McDonald. “The National Endowment for the Humanities is excited to honor this history by supporting cultural organizations’ efforts to enhance Americans’ understanding of the legacy of the Declaration of Independence and inspire civic engagement.”

The program will support projects and activities such as exhibitions, training for staff and volunteers, and the development of new interpretive plans for historic sites and collections. 

NEH’s Public Impact Projects Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary funding opportunity responds to the January 29, 2025 Presidential Executive Order “Celebrating America’s Birthday,” and is part of the agency’s larger A More Perfect Union initiative focused on exploring America’s story and celebrating its 250 years of cultural heritage. 

The deadline for applications for Public Impact Projects Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary is July 9, 2025. 

Interested applicants should consult the NEH website for additional information. Questions about the funding opportunity may be directed to @email. 

National Endowment for the Humanities: The National Endowment for the Humanities supports research and learning in history, literature, philosophy, and other areas of the humanities by funding selected, peer-reviewed proposals from around the nation. Additional information about the National Endowment for the Humanities and its grant programs is available at neh.gov.