Grants
The LEH supports cultural efforts throughout Louisiana by awarding grants to local cultural organizations and institutions.
These awards fund large- and small-scale humanities public programs, from university events to those sponsored by museums, libraries, cultural centers, and historical societies. You can find some examples of this work below. To find out what is currently being offered, click Apply Now.
Rebirth Grants
Rebirth Grants support humanities-themed programming and initiatives at nonprofits across Louisiana.
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Currents discussion programs
Currents is a turnkey program that offers grants to support the hosting of themed discussion programs centered on timely humanities topics, including voting history and climate change.
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Louisiana Culture Care Fund
The Louisiana Culture Care Fund, supported by the State of Louisiana, provides general operating support for expenses like payroll and benefits, rent, insurance, mortgage, and utilities.
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LEH Distributes General Operating Support to 18 Organizations
LEH has awarded $150,000 in general operating grants from the Louisiana Culture Care Fund to 18 humanities organizations in 13 parishes.
Read MoreRebirth Grant Applications Open April 1 through May 1
Applications for 2024 Rebirth Grants, supported by the National Endowment for the Humanities and the state of Louisiana, will be open April 1-May 1.
Read MoreLEH Distributes $230k in Emergency Mitigation & Preparedness Grants
The Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities, with support from the State of Louisiana, has distributed $230,000 across 26 grants to cultural nonprofit organizations for emergency mitigation and preparation for future threats.
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