Our standard grant supports public programming in the humanities in Massachusetts, including film-, lecture-, reading-, and discussion series; exhibits; media pre-production and distribution; and other public activities. The standard maximum award is $5,000, though some thematic and media grants can be as high as $10,000. (DETAILS)

Mass Humanities` local history grant program seeks to support the mission and programming of small historical organizations in Massachusetts with a record of presenting interpretive programs to the public. RIG grants are limited to organizations with operating budgets of under $75,000. While larger institutions are eligible for SIR grants, small organizations have priority.

Grant for reading and discussion programs in public libraries and other venues; applicants may apply for a grant to cover honoraria for scholar-facilitators. Applicants develop their own themes and reading lists and procure their own books. (DETAILS)

Grant of up to $500 may be requested if the applicant lacks the resources needed to develop a grant proposal. (DETAILS)