Curriculum Development: Western Civilization
Agency: National Endowment for the Humanities
Assistance Listings: 45.038 -- National Endowment for the Humanities: Curriculum Development
Last Updated: April 16, 2026
Description
The purpose of this program is to support formal education by strengthening the teaching and study of the humanities at institutions of higher education. For 2026, projects must be focused on Western civilization, American history, American government and civics, and/or the Great Books tradition.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Education
- Public and state institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
Additional information
Only accredited institutions of higher education (public or nonprofit) may apply.
Grantor contact information
Description
Division of Lifelong Learning
National Endowment for the Humanities
400 Seventh Street, SW
Washington, DC 20506
learning@neh.gov
learning@neh.gov
Documents
| File name | Description | Last updated |
|---|---|---|
| Curriculum_Development_2026_NOFO.pdf | Curriculum Development 2026 Funding Opportunity | Apr 16, 2026 12:57 PM UTC |
| NEH_General_Application_Guide.pdf | NEH General Application Guide for Awards to Organizations | Apr 16, 2026 12:57 PM UTC |
Link to additional information
https://www.neh.gov/program/curriculum-development-western-civilization
Closing: June 25, 2026
Award
$7,000,000
Program Funding
10
Expected awards
$1
Award Minimum
$750,000
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
20260625-ECD
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
No
Funding instrument type:
Grant
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
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Category of Funding Activity:
Humanities
Category Explanation:
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History
Version:
1
Posted date:
April 16, 2026
Archive date:
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