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Est.

1974

Fiscal Year Start

Nov 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Arkansas Humanities Council is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to supporting humanities initiatives through grantmaking, with a total of $106.2K awarded to 72 grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the Council can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

THE PURPOSE OF THE ARKANSAS HUMANITIES COUNCIL IS TO PROMOTE UNDERSTANDING, APPRECIATION, AND USE OF THE HUMANITIES IN ARKANSAS.
Total Funding Given
$106.2K
2024
Grantees funded
72
Multi-year grantees
46%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
11
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
J
Jama Best
Board Member
J
Judy Costello
Board Member
K
Kathy Anderson
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Arkansas Humanities Council?
No. Arkansas Humanities Council does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Arkansas Humanities Council give?
Arkansas Humanities Council primarily gives to organizations located in Arkansas. 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 Arkansas Humanities Council’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Arkansas Humanities Council fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $9,950. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Arkansas Humanities Council make each year?
In 2024, Arkansas Humanities Council awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $106 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Arkansas Humanities Council fund recently?
In 2024, Arkansas Humanities Council awarded grants to about 70 grantees. Recent grantees include UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS FAYETTEVILLE CAMPUS FOUNDATION INC, CENTRAL ARKANSAS LIBRARY SYSTEM FOUNDATION, and SPIRAL FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Arkansas Humanities Council?
Arkansas Humanities Council does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.