LEH Rebirth Grants

About this program

The Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities (LEH) awards Rebirth Grants to fund public-facing humanities projects across Louisiana’s 64 parishes, including discussion programs, documentary audio, digital exhibits, exhibitions, publications, and festivals. Grants range from $1,000–$5,000 (partial awards possible) and require a 1:1 cash or in-kind match. Eligible applicants are humanities-based organizations operating in the 64 parishes—501(c)(3) nonprofits, public-facing units of accredited colleges/universities, state or local government agencies, and state or federally recognized Native American tribal governments. Projects must include humanities scholar participation, meet LEH review criteria (humanities content, scholarship, outreach, partnerships, realistic budget/timeline), and successful applicants must provide EIN, UEI, and, for nonprofits, IRS determination letter and Form 990; performing arts, capital projects, staffing, partisan activity, and similar categories are ineligible.