Opportunity Information: Apply for 20251210 RAI
The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), through its Division of Research, is offering a discretionary grant opportunity called "Humanities Research Centers on Artificial Intelligence" (Funding Opportunity Number 20251210). The program is designed to help launch new, collaborative humanities research centers that bring multiple scholars together over time to build a deeper, clearer understanding of artificial intelligence and what it means for the United States. Rather than supporting a single standalone project, NEH is looking for sustained, organized collaborations that examine AI through a humanities lens and connect that work to broader national questions and implications.
In NEH terms, a "center" is not just a label for a research group; it is an ongoing partnership among multiple scholars working in coordination. The expectation is that the center will pursue at least two related scholarly activities as part of a coherent agenda focused on the humanities implications of AI. While the notice excerpt does not list examples of activities, the framing suggests work that could include coordinated research initiatives, scholarly convenings, publication programs, curricular or public humanities components, or other integrated efforts that collectively strengthen humanities-based inquiry into AI. The emphasis is on collaboration, continuity, and a structured program of work rather than one-off events.
The opportunity is open to a broad range of applicants, including public and private institutions of higher education, nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (excluding higher education institutions in that category), and multiple levels of government such as state, county, city or township, and special district governments. Federally recognized Native American tribal governments are also eligible to apply. Applicants are directed to consult the Notice of Funding Opportunity for full eligibility rules and requirements, particularly the section referenced as "C. Eligibility Information," which typically clarifies any constraints on who may serve as lead applicant, partnership expectations, or other compliance details.
NEH anticipates making about five awards under this program, with a maximum award amount (ceiling) of $750,000 per grant. The program is categorized under the Humanities funding activity area and is associated with CFDA number 45.161. The original application deadline listed is October 1, 2025, and the opportunity record shows a creation date of July 8, 2025. Overall, the grant is aimed at building durable humanities research capacity focused on AI, supporting teams that can examine its cultural, historical, ethical, political, and societal dimensions and help the country think more clearly about how AI is reshaping life in the United States.Apply for 20251210 RAI
- The National Endowment for the Humanities in the humanities sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Humanities Research Centers on Artificial Intelligence" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 45.161.
- This funding opportunity was created on 2025-07-08.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2025-10-01. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $750,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 5 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: State governments, County governments, City or township governments, Special district governments, Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), Nonprofits having a 501 (c) (3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Private institutions of higher education.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this NEH grant opportunity?
The opportunity is called Humanities Research Centers on Artificial Intelligence, offered by the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) through its Division of Research.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is 20251210.
Which NEH office is offering this program?
This program is offered through NEH's Division of Research.
What is the main purpose of the program?
The program is designed to help launch new, collaborative humanities research centers that bring multiple scholars together over time to build a deeper, clearer understanding of artificial intelligence and what it means for the United States.
Is NEH looking for single projects or ongoing collaborations?
NEH is not focused on funding a single standalone project. The emphasis is on sustained, organized collaborations that examine AI through a humanities lens and connect that work to broader national questions and implications.
What does NEH mean by a "center" in this program?
In NEH terms, a "center" is more than a name or label. It is an ongoing partnership among multiple scholars who work in coordination over time on a structured, coherent agenda.
What kinds of work is a funded center expected to do?
The expectation is that the center will pursue at least two related scholarly activities as part of a coherent agenda focused on the humanities implications of AI. The notice excerpt does not list specific activity examples.
How many awards does NEH expect to make?
NEH anticipates making about five awards under this program.
What is the maximum award amount?
The maximum (ceiling) award amount is $750,000 per grant.
What is the funding activity area for this opportunity?
The program is categorized under the Humanities funding activity area.
What is the CFDA number associated with this program?
The opportunity is associated with CFDA 45.161.
When is the application deadline?
The original application deadline listed is October 1, 2025.
When was this opportunity record created?
The opportunity record shows a creation date of July 8, 2025.
Who is eligible to apply?
The opportunity is open to a broad range of applicants, including:
- Public and private institutions of higher education
- Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (excluding higher education institutions in that category)
- State governments
- County governments
- City or township governments
- Special district governments
- Federally recognized Native American tribal governments
Are 501(c)(3) nonprofits eligible?
Yes. Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status are eligible, with the note that the eligible nonprofit category excludes higher education institutions within that category.
Are government entities eligible to apply?
Yes. Multiple levels of government are listed as eligible, including state, county, city or township, and special district governments.
Are federally recognized tribal governments eligible?
Yes. Federally recognized Native American tribal governments are listed as eligible applicants.
Where should applicants look for the full eligibility rules?
Applicants are directed to consult the Notice of Funding Opportunity, particularly the section referenced as "C. Eligibility Information", for full eligibility rules and requirements.
What is the program trying to build over the long term?
The grant is aimed at building durable humanities research capacity focused on AI by supporting teams that can sustain coordinated work over time.
What kinds of AI-related questions are in scope for this program?
The program is oriented toward examining AI's cultural, historical, ethical, political, and societal dimensions, with an emphasis on what AI means for the United States and how it is reshaping life in the U.S.
Does the program emphasize national relevance?
Yes. The framing emphasizes connecting humanities-based AI work to broader national questions and implications for the United States.
Does the program require collaboration among multiple scholars?
Yes. The program is specifically designed to bring multiple scholars together over time as part of an organized, coordinated partnership.
Does the center need to have a structured agenda rather than isolated activities?
Yes. The emphasis is on continuity and a structured program of work rather than one-off events or disconnected efforts.
Is this a competitive, discretionary grant?
Yes. NEH describes this as a discretionary grant opportunity.
Is this program intended for new centers or existing centers?
The program is described as helping to launch new, collaborative humanities research centers.
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