We find the

human
connections

in the humanities

We put people first.
Our work champions the humanities — centering growth, equity, and community as a pathway to positive, lasting change.

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in direct grants since 2020

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core program sites
in the past 5 years

297

organizations granted funds
in the past 5 years

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granted in the past 2 years

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organizations granted funds
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The humanities in Pennsylvania are under direct attack. Last night, PA Humanities received an abrupt notice from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), signed by Michael McDonald, Acting Chair of the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), that our general operating grant has been terminated, effective immediately. 
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We believe in contributing our learnings to the larger conversation about the role of the humanities in creating lasting change. We put participatory research at the forefront of all our work and partner with scholars, consultants, and a cross-sector of leaders including Drexel University, University of Pennsylvania’s PennPraxis, Elizabeth Myrick + Associates, and Allegheny Intermediate Unit.

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An independent nonprofit that puts people first, PA Humanities relies on financial support from people like you. As we celebrate our 50th Anniversary, your support will help more Pennsylvanians experience the humanities and put them in action through civic engagement, education, building community, and however they are inspired to make change.

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