FAQ's
What kinds of programs are funded?
Funded programs take many forms including lecture series, interpretive exhibits, websites, panel discussions, radio production, symposia, cultural heritage walking tours with maps and brochures, and much more. The best projects bring Floridians together in learning and discussion, thus strengthening the ethical and civic foundations of life in our state.
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What we don't fund?
Programs of advocacy or partisan objectives
Programs not open to the public
Profit-making or fund-raising activities
Operating costs, construction, capital improvements, or acquisition of equipment
Professional meetings, scholarships, fellowships, or international travel
Book-length publications
Museum or library acquisitions, archival preservation
Refreshments or entertainment
Programs designed primarily for children
Creative arts, performances, or ceremonies unless focused on analysis and interpretation
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Who can apply for grants?
Organizations must be a Florida-based, not-for-profit organization or public agency. Individuals are not eligible. Recent grant recipients include libraries, museums, historical societies, community groups, government agencies, religious groups, colleges, and universities. Organizations are discouraged from requesting funding for more than one FHC program related to the same project.
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What is required of a sponsoring organization?
The sponsoring organization should involve humanities scholars and create partnerships with community organizations and cultural institutions. They are required to contribute cash and/or in-kind support (sponsor cost share) to the project.
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What are the humanities?
The humanities are sometimes defined as academic disciplines that study the human experience, past and present. They include the study of history; literature, philosophy and ethics; foreign languages and cultures. They may explore legal, religious, and folk traditions. They also include critical approaches to the arts, science, technology, or politics.
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What is a humanities scholar?
Traditionally, a humanities scholar is an individual with an advanced degree (M.A. or Ph.D.) in one of the fields of the humanities. Today the definition includes individuals who have a particular expertise, experience, or special knowledge of the topic (journalist, artist, curator, librarian) as well as individuals who are considered community scholars or culture bearers (tribal or neighborhood elders, storytellers, or practitioners of traditional cultural forms).
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What do successful applications include?
- A well reasoned project description firmly focused in the humanities
- A project that promotes learning, thoughtfulness, discussion, and tolerance
- Scholars and presenters who are experts in their field
- Community partners bring resources and audiences to the project
- A defined audience consisting primarily of out-of-school adults in Florida
- Clear goals and objectives, and a plan for measuring success
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