Opportunity Information: Apply for 20101230 MR
Apply for 20101230 MR
- The National Endowment for the Humanities in the humanities (see cultural affairs in cfda) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Programming Grants to Accompany NEH on the Road Exhibitions" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 45.164 Promotion of the HumanitiesPublic Programs.
- This funding opportunity was created on Nov 13, 2009 and posted on Nov 13, 2009.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Dec 30, 2010. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $1,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- An institution is eligible to apply only if it is a nonprofit organization with 501(c)(3) tax exempt status and has already received a confirmed booking for one of the NEH on the Road exhibitions through Mid America Arts Alliance.
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Opportunity Summary:
Programming Grants to Accompany NEH on the Road Exhibitions is a discretionary grant opportunity from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) that supports public humanities programming designed to complement an NEH on the Road traveling exhibition. The core purpose is to help host sites deepen audience engagement with the exhibition content by offering additional, locally organized activities that interpret the themes, spark discussion, and broaden public participation beyond simply viewing the panels and materials. The emphasis is on reaching general public audiences through accessible, well-designed humanities programming tied directly to the exhibition on site.
Funded activities are described as ancillary public humanities programs, meaning they are add-on events and experiences that run alongside the exhibition during its installation and public display period. NEH highlights a range of common formats that applicants can use, including public lectures, reading and discussion series, film screenings paired with facilitated discussions, Chautauqua-style scholar presentations, family-oriented programs, guided exhibition tours, and similar public-facing formats that fit the exhibition topic and the needs of the community. The opportunity is intentionally flexible on programming style, as long as the activities are humanities-centered and appropriate for public audiences.
Eligibility is limited and tied to the exhibition tour itself. An organization can apply only if it is a nonprofit with 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status and it has already secured a confirmed booking for one of the NEH on the Road exhibitions through Mid-America Arts Alliance. In practical terms, the grant is meant for institutions that are already scheduled to host an NEH on the Road exhibition and want to build a stronger slate of related public programs around that confirmed exhibition booking. The listing notes “Others†in the eligible applicant category, with the detailed eligibility clarification provided in the eligibility text.
The funding instrument is a grant, categorized under Humanities, with CFDA number 45.164 (Promotion of the Humanities - Public Programs). The award ceiling is listed as $1,000, with an award floor of $0, indicating small, supplemental awards intended to support modest but meaningful programming enhancements. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement, so applicants are not required to provide matching funds as a condition of receiving an award.
Key dates in the announcement indicate it was posted and created on November 13, 2009, with a closing date of December 30, 2010, and an archive date of January 29, 2011. The funding opportunity number is 20101230 MR. For full guidelines and application details, the opportunity points to the NEH webpage at http://www.neh.gov/grants/guidelines/NEHontheroad2010.htm.
For assistance, NEH provides a contact for the Division of Public Programs. If an applicant has difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, they can contact the Division at 202-606-8269 or email publicpgms@neh.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the "Programming Grants to Accompany NEH on the Road Exhibitions" opportunity?
This is a discretionary grant opportunity from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) that supports public humanities programming designed to complement an NEH on the Road traveling exhibition at a host site.
What is the main purpose of this grant?
The core purpose is to help host sites deepen audience engagement with the exhibition content by offering additional, locally organized activities that interpret the themes, spark discussion, and broaden public participation beyond simply viewing the exhibition panels and materials.
What types of projects does NEH want to support under this opportunity?
NEH supports ancillary public humanities programs that run alongside the exhibition during its installation and public display period. The programming should be humanities-centered, accessible to general public audiences, and tied directly to the exhibition on site.
What does "ancillary public humanities programs" mean in this context?
It refers to add-on events and experiences that accompany the exhibition while it is on display, rather than the exhibition itself. These activities are meant to expand interpretation and engagement with the exhibition themes.
What are examples of eligible or commonly supported programming formats?
NEH notes a range of formats, including public lectures, reading and discussion series, film screenings paired with facilitated discussions, Chautauqua-style scholar presentations, family-oriented programs, guided exhibition tours, and similar public-facing formats that fit the exhibition topic and community needs.
Is the grant limited to a specific programming style or format?
The opportunity is intentionally flexible on programming style, as long as the activities are humanities-centered, appropriate for public audiences, and directly tied to the exhibition being hosted.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to organizations that are (1) nonprofits with 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status and (2) have already secured a confirmed booking for one of the NEH on the Road exhibitions through Mid-America Arts Alliance.
Can an organization apply if it has not yet confirmed a booking for an NEH on the Road exhibition?
No. The eligibility description indicates that an organization can apply only if it has a confirmed booking for an NEH on the Road exhibition through Mid-America Arts Alliance.
Does the grant fund the exhibition itself?
The grant is described as supporting programming designed to complement the exhibition. The funded activities are add-on public humanities programs that run alongside the exhibition during its installation and display period.
What is the maximum award amount (award ceiling)?
The award ceiling is listed as $1,000.
Is there a minimum award amount (award floor)?
The award floor is listed as $0.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The announcement states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement.
What is the CFDA number for this program?
The CFDA number is 45.164 (Promotion of the Humanities - Public Programs).
What category is this grant listed under?
The grant is categorized under Humanities.
What is the funding instrument for this opportunity?
The funding instrument is a grant.
What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number is 20101230 MR.
When was this opportunity posted, and what were the closing and archive dates?
The announcement indicates it was posted/created on November 13, 2009. The closing date is December 30, 2010, and the archive date is January 29, 2011.
Where can applicants find the full guidelines and application details?
The opportunity points to the NEH webpage for full guidelines and details: http://www.neh.gov/grants/guidelines/NEHontheroad2010.htm
Who can applicants contact for help?
NEH lists the Division of Public Programs as the contact point for assistance.
What should an applicant do if they have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically?
If an applicant has trouble accessing the full announcement electronically, they can contact the Division of Public Programs at 202-606-8269 or email publicpgms@neh.gov.
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