American Historical Association
Washington, District of Columbia · EIN 530217487 · Private foundation
Based in Washington, District of Columbia, American Historical Association has awarded $3.9M across 131 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2025. Its largest grant on record went to John Gardner Institute. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What American Historical Association funds
American Historical Association's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, criminal justice, environment & conservation, faith-based (christian), faith-based (muslim), and related causes.
Populations it has supported include black communities, children, lgbtq people, women girls, youth pop.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| John Gardner Institute HISTORY GATEWAYS SUBGRANT | Brevard, NC | $283K | 2020 |
| John Gardner Institute HISTORY GATEWAYS SUBGRANT | Brevard, NC | $176K | 2019 |
| John Gardner Institute HISTORY GATEWAYS SUBGRANT | Brevard, NC | $174K | 2022 |
How to apply for funding from American Historical Association
American Historical Association's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at historians.org.
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Frequently asked questions about American Historical Association
- Does American Historical Association accept grant applications?
- American Historical Association's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does American Historical Association fund?
- American Historical Association's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include John Gardner Institute. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does American Historical Association give in grants?
- American Historical Association reported $609K in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $3.9M over 131 grants.
- Where is American Historical Association located?
- American Historical Association is based in Washington, District of Columbia. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 530217487.
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