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Humanities in Place
Funding for public history and cultural storytelling
Last Update: June 5, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
Humanities in Place supports public-facing work that expands how American histories and lived experiences are shared. The program funds initiatives such as community programming, cultural heritage sites, museums, and public spaces, with limited grants of $150,000 or less also considered for Officer’s Grants.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Community-based cultural heritage programming
- Projects highlighting overlooked histories, sites, and stories
- Work in museums, memorial spaces, media, and public venues
- Public experiences that broaden understanding of American and Indigenous histories
Documents Needed
- Inquiry form submission through the Fluxx portal
- Information about the proposed work
- Information about the organization and governance structure
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Community groups
- Institutions and organizations working in cultural heritage
- Museums and public spaces
- Artists and storytellers
Who is not eligible
- Individuals applying on their own
- Universities without established community partners or public-focused programs
- Projects intended only for commercial use
- Projects without a charitable purpose
- Projects located on private, commercial, or retail property with limited public access
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects by individuals
- University projects without established community partners or public-focused programming
- K-12, youth, or scholarship programs
- Capital campaigns, fundraising events, and health or social services projects
- Primarily commemorative, commercial, or standalone film, media, publication, or journalism projects
Eligible geographic areas
- United States
Selection criteria
- Alignment with the Foundation’s grantmaking priorities
- Public benefit and community relevance
- Quality of the proposed work and organizational fit
How to apply
- Step 1: Review program priorities
- Read the Foundation’s program descriptions and priorities.
- Confirm that the proposed work fits the Humanities in Place program area.
- Step 2: Submit an inquiry in Fluxx
- Use the Foundation’s grantee portal to send the funding inquiry.
- Provide details about the proposed work, your organization, and governance structure.
- Step 3: Await review
- The Foundation reviews inquiries on a rolling basis.
- If the project aligns with priorities, staff may invite a full proposal.
- Step 4: Submit invited proposal
- Complete the proposal process only if invited through the portal.
- Consult program staff for Officer’s Grant applications when applicable.
Processing and Agreement
- Inquiry submissions are reviewed on a rolling basis within three months.
- Submissions are reviewed in the order received and alongside other inquiries received during that period.
- If the work fits the Foundation’s priorities, the organization is invited to submit a full proposal.
- Only invited proposals are considered for funding.
Additional information
- Applications are handled through the Mellon Foundation’s Fluxx portal.
- Inquiries are reviewed on a rolling basis within three months of submission.
- Only invited proposals move forward to a full grant application.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Humanities in Place Program
What is the Humanities in Place?
Humanities in Place supports public-facing work that expands how American histories and lived experiences are shared. The program funds initiatives such as community programming, cultural heritage sites, museums, and public spaces, with limited grants of $150,000 or less also considered for Officer’s Grants.
Who is eligible for the Humanities in Place program?
To be eligible for the Humanities in Place program, you must:
Organization or community partnership required
Direct public access or community benefit
Must align with program priorities
What expenses are eligible under Humanities in Place?
Community-based cultural heritage programming
Projects highlighting overlooked histories, sites, and stories
Work in museums, memorial spaces, media, and public venues
Public experiences that broaden understanding of American and Indigenous histories
Who can I contact for more information about the Humanities in Place?
You can contact The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.
Where is the Humanities in Place available?
The Humanities in Place program is available across Canada.
Is the Humanities in Place a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Humanities in Place is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Humanities in Place?
Humanities in Place is funded by The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation