Digital Humanities Advancement Grants

The grant aims to support research and cultural institutions in the United States by providing funding for innovative humanities projects. This initiative focuses on advancing digital scholarship in the humanities, improving access to cultural resources, and fostering public engagement.

Development of new digital tools or platforms for humanities research

Projects enhancing the accessibility of cultural materials

Initiatives promoting interactive public engagement with humanities content

Examples of Eligible Projects to be Developed

• Creating an open-source digital archive for rare historical documents
• Developing virtual reality experiences to explore historical sites
• Launching online platforms that enable interactive storytelling through historical data

Costs for digital tool development and testing

Personnel involved in project activities

Outreach and engagement activities related to project dissemination

Maximum funding per company: 350.000$

Minimum funding per company: 75.000$

Applicants must be eligible non-profit organizations, such as universities or cultural institutions

Projects should aim to innovate or significantly enhance current digital humanities practices

Collaborations with partners outside the applicant's institution are encouraged