Current Funding Opportunities
Since 1973, Florida Humanities has awarded more than $20 million in federal funding statewide in support of the development and presentation of humanities-rich cultural resources and public programs. These projects help preserve Florida’s rich history and heritage, promote civic engagement and community dialogue, and provide opportunities for reflecting on the future of our state.
Whether you are a long-time applicant or an organization newly discovering Florida Humanities, we encourage you to explore our current funding opportunities listed below and reach out to staff with any questions.
Apply today, bring the humanities to your community!
Book Festival Grants
Deadline: At least four months prior to event
Funding Amount: up to $10,000
About: Supports events that celebrate the joy of reading and encourages thoughtful interactions between authors and their readers, and reflect on how literature conveys the human experience.
Questions? Contact:
April Myerscough
Program Coordinator
[email protected]
727-873-2001
Florida Talks
Deadline: Six weeks before program date.
About: Florida Talks offers nonprofit organizations an accessible way to host engaging speakers through our speakers’ directory. Speakers present on Florida’s history, heritage, and culture through historical and contemporary lenses.
Questions? Contact:
April Myerscough
Program Coordinator
[email protected]
727-873-2001
Broadcasting Hope Media Grant
Deadlines: July 26, 2023 at 12 PM EST
Funding Amount: up to $50,000
About: Provides funding for the planning and production of impactful public media, film, or digital projects.
Questions? Contact:
[email protected]
Community Project Grants
Deadlines: June 14, 2023 at 12 PM EST
Funding Amount: up to $10,000
About: Supports humanities programming that engages the public in thoughtful dialogue and discussion.
Questions? Contact:
[email protected]
English for Families
Deadlines: Stay tuned for 2024 application deadlines!
Funding Amount: up to $8,000
About: Public libraries apply for funding to host a multi-week series of interactive classes for adults and children (ages 6-12) that focuses on developing English vocabulary and literacy skills
Questions? Contact:
[email protected]
Greater Good: Humanities in Academia Grants
Deadlines: Stay tuned for 2024 application deadlines!
Funding Amount: up to $10,000
About: Funding supports Florida universities and colleges that are developing community programming aimed at broadening the public’s awareness of the humanities.
Questions? Contact:
[email protected]
Museum on Main Street
Deadlines: August 16, 2023 at 12 PM EST
Funding Amount: up to $10,000
About: Provides funding to bring Smithsonian Institution traveling exhibits to small communities.
Questions? Contact:
Patricia Putman
Associate Director
[email protected]
727-873-2004
Summer Reading Program Funding Opportunity
Deadlines: Stay tuned for 2024 application deadlines!
Funding Amount: up to $1,500
About: Funding opportunity offers public libraries and library systems support for 2023 Summer Reading Programs that complement the Collaborative Summer Library Program’s (CSLP) 2023 theme “All Together Now”.
Questions? Contact:
April Myerscough
Public Programs Coordinator
[email protected]
727-873-2001
