HUMANITIES COUNCIL OF WASHINGTON DC
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The Humanities Council of Washington DC is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses its grantmaking primarily in Washington, DC, while also providing support to organizations in New York and California. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the Council can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO FUND AND CONDUCT HUMANITIES-BASED CULTURAL AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS WITHIN D.C.
Cause Areas
3
Education
Humanities
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

WOMEN IN FILM & VIDEO INC
$224K
3%

Historical Society of Washington DC dba DC History Center
$209.2K
3%

ONE COMMON UNITY
$145.4K
2%
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Total No. of Grants
41
Median 1st year grant
$10.8K
Median 2nd year grant
$20K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to HUMANITIES COUNCIL OF WASHINGTON DC?
No. HUMANITIES COUNCIL OF WASHINGTON DC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does HUMANITIES COUNCIL OF WASHINGTON DC give?
HUMANITIES COUNCIL OF WASHINGTON DC primarily gives to organizations located in District Of Columbia, New York, and California. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are HUMANITIES COUNCIL OF WASHINGTON DC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from HUMANITIES COUNCIL OF WASHINGTON DC fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $11 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does HUMANITIES COUNCIL OF WASHINGTON DC make each year?
In 2024, HUMANITIES COUNCIL OF WASHINGTON DC awarded about 40 grants, totaling nearly $949 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did HUMANITIES COUNCIL OF WASHINGTON DC fund recently?
In 2024, HUMANITIES COUNCIL OF WASHINGTON DC awarded grants to about 200 grantees. Recent grantees include WOMEN IN FILM & VIDEO INC, Historical Society of Washington DC dba DC History Center, and ONE COMMON UNITY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to HUMANITIES COUNCIL OF WASHINGTON DC?
HUMANITIES COUNCIL OF WASHINGTON DC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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