PLA 2024: The Impact of ‘The California Humanities Initiative’ in California’s Public Libraries

In-depth reflections by four Library Innovation Lab librarians about their experiences as project directors and mentors, plus a PLA conference recap.
California Humanities on Proposed Cuts to Library Funding in State Budget

Continued investment in our public libraries is necessary for a thriving democracy.
California Humanities on Proposed Cuts to Arts Funding in State Budget

Continued investment in the arts and humanities is necessary for a thriving democracy.
California Humanities Supports 21 New Humanities for All Quick Grant Projects for Winter 2024

21 new grantees will receive $99,018 in funding through the Humanities for All Quick Grant program.
Literature & Medicine: Potlucks and Pondering with Healthcare Workers in Fresno

Catching up with food-based reading and discussion sessions at the Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center in Fresno, California.
California Humanities Awards 14 Humanities for All Quick Grant Projects to Support Community and Storytelling

California Humanities is delighted to announce awards for the Spring 2024 Humanities for All Quick Grant program to 14 projects across the state.
California Humanities Awards $89k for Civic Education in Middle Schools

California Humanities is delighted to announce awards for the 2024 Civics + Humanities Middle Grades Grant program to eight projects across the state.
AAPI Stories in the Spotlight: Ashley Chea and HOME COURT

Spotlighting the California Humanities-supported HOME COURT documentary for AAPI Heritage Month
Now Live! Revamped Quick Grants, Plus Webinars and Office Hours

Quick Grants are now accepted on a rolling basis! Check out our newest resources to help you develop a strong proposal.
California Humanities Awards $400k to 13 New California Documentary Project Grantees

13 new California Documentary Project grantees for 2024 will document California in all its complexity.