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Closed on Jun 25, 2026

Media Projects

National Endowment for the Humanities · Opportunity number 20260625-TD-TR

Details summarized from the official notice as of Jun 26, 2026. Always confirm eligibility, deadlines and requirements in the official notice before applying.

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This opportunity is closed as of Jun 25, 2026. It is kept here for reference. See the related open opportunities below, or check the official listing in case the agency posts a new cycle.

Key facts

Opportunity number20260625-TD-TR
AgencyNational Endowment for the Humanities
Assistance listing (ALN, formerly CFDA)45.036
PostedMar 19, 2026
DeadlineJun 25, 2026
Award ceiling$700,000
Award floor$1
Expected number of awards15
Estimated total program funding$6,000,000
Cost sharing or matching requiredNo
Funding typeGrant
CategoryHumanities
Last updated hereJun 26, 2026

Summary from the notice

The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Division of Lifelong Learning is accepting applications for the Media Projects program. The purpose of this program is to support the development, production, and distribution of radio programs, podcasts, and documentary films that engage general audiences with humanities ideas in creative and appealing ways. NEH makes Media Projects awards at two levels: Development and Production.

Who can apply

The official notice lists these applicant types as eligible:

  • County governments
  • Public and state colleges and universities
  • City or township governments
  • Federally recognized tribal governments
  • Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than colleges)
  • Private colleges and universities
  • Special district governments
  • State governments

Who should take a closer look

  • Nonprofits
  • Colleges and universities
  • State governments
  • Local governments
  • Tribal governments and organizations

Not listed as eligible

  • Small businesses
  • Larger for-profit companies
  • Individuals

Unless the eligibility text in the notice names you, this opportunity is probably not for you.

Registrations you will likely need

Most applications submitted through Grants.gov need the following. Registration can take several weeks, so start early. The notice lists the exact requirements.

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