VFH Grant Program

VFH accepts proposals from nonprofit organizations seeking funding to develop public humanities programs for audiences in Virginia.

Since 1974, VFH has awarded more than 3,000 grants, bringing scholars and citizens together to promote a greater understanding of the humanities.

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Grant Opportunities

  • Open Grant Program
    Open to proposals on a wide range of subjects, for projects in any format, and for amounts typically up to $10,000. Deadlines are February 1st, May 1st, and October 15th. Draft proposals are strongly encouraged.
  • Discretionary Grant ProgramĀ 
    Smaller grants of up to $3,000. There is no deadline for this program; applications are accepted at any time. Applicants should contact VFH staff in advance before submitting a Discretionary Grant proposal.

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