Collaborative Research
About This Grant
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.
Grant Summary
Collaborative Research is a National Endowment for the Humanities grant providing $0K to $250K for tribal government, university, nonprofit. Applications are due 2026-09-16 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
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Eligibility
How to Apply
$0K–$250K
2026-09-16
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Collaborative Research from National Endowment for the Humanities, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to National Endowment for the Humanities before the deadline.
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Collaborative Research: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Collaborative Research?
Collaborative Research is offered by National Endowment for the Humanities and is generally open to tribal government, university, nonprofit, municipality. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the Collaborative Research provide?
Collaborative Research provides between $1 and $250K per award from National Endowment for the Humanities. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the Collaborative Research deadline?
Applications for Collaborative Research are due 2026-09-16 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, National Endowment for the Humanities, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the Collaborative Research?
To apply for Collaborative Research, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from National Endowment for the Humanities.
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