Media Grants for Radio, Podcasts, and Documentary Films

National Endowment for the Humanities: Media Projects

Application deadline: June 25, 2026
Grant amount: Up to $700,000
Geographic scope: National
Target population: General audiences
Description: The National Endowment for the Humanities offers Media Projects grants to support the development, production, and distribution of radio programs, podcasts, and documentary films. The program aims to engage broad audiences with humanities ideas through compelling and accessible storytelling. Funding is available at two levels: Development and Production. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, educational institutions, and government entities.