Grants
Funding cultural programs around the state is one way Ohio Humanities helps spark conversations and inspire ideas. We award grants that support storytellers statewide, from museums to journalists to documentary filmmakers and more!
Please note that Ohio Humanities is making changes to the grants program for 2023. New guidelines and deadlines will be released later this summer that will go into effect on January 1, 2023. Please contact a program officer if you have questions about applying in 2023 and beyond.
Getting Started
Writing a successful grant proposal takes time. Check out these tips for getting started—especially if this is your first time seeking a grant from us:
Grant Guidelines
Applicants seeking funding should review our grant guidelines to ensure projects are a good fit for Ohio Humanities support:
Major Grants
Up to $20,000
Deadline: August 15, 2022 — Drafts submitted by July 15, 2022 for projects beginning after November 15, 2022
Media Grants
Up to $20,000
Deadline: August 15, 2022 — Drafts submitted by July 15, 2022 for projects beginning after November 15, 2022
Educator Enrichment Grants
Up to $20,000
August 15, 2022 — Drafts submitted by July 15, 2022 for projects up to $20,000 beginning after November 15, 2022
September 1, 2022 — Drafts submitted by August 1, 2022 for projects up to $7,500 beginning after November 1, 2022
The first business day of each month — Drafts submitted online for projects up to $2,000 are recommended, but not required
Quarterly Grants
Up to $7,500
Deadline: June 1, 2022 — Drafts submitted by May 2, 2022 for projects beginning after August 1, 2022
Deadline: September 1, 2022 — Drafts submitted by August 1, 2022 for projects beginning after November 1, 2022
Media Planning Grants
Up to $2,000
Deadline: The first business day of each month — Drafts submitted online are recommended, but not required
Monthly Grants
Up to $2,000
Deadline: The first business day of each month — Drafts submitted online are recommended, but not required
Grant Resources
Ohio Humanities provides resources for potential applicants as well projects that have already been funded. Use the links below to learn more:
Apply Now
Once you have reviewed our various programs and grant guidelines, you are ready to apply!
Click here to visit our application portal!