Save the Humanities in North Dakota
On April 2, 2025, the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) abruptly terminated our core federal funding. Yet funding the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) costs just 18 cents per person each year—a tiny investment that delivers enormous value. NEH funding sustains state humanities councils like Humanities North Dakota, making vital programs in education, culture, and civic engagement accessible to everyone. Eliminating this funding would save the federal government a negligible amount, but the loss to our communities would be profound.
What’s At Risk
Now more than ever, we need to teach American history, reflect on our founding principles, and ensure every citizen understands their rights and responsibilities. It’s an investment in our democracy—and it costs less than a postage stamp per person each year.
Without federal funding, we may lose:
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We the People – Civics education for students and teachers
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Public University – Free and low-cost college-level classes for adults
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Brave Conversations – Cross-partisan dialogue for divided times
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One Book One North Dakota – A statewide reading experience
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Chautauqua – Living history performances and civic discussions
These are the programs that make North Dakota stronger, more informed, and more connected.
Take Action Now
Contact your congressional representatives (see below)
Tell them:
"I support full funding for the National Endowment for the Humanities and Humanities North Dakota. Every North Dakotan deserves the same access to educational and cultural opportunities as those in major urban centers—don’t let that be taken away."
Contact
Representative
Julie Fedorchak
Mailing Address:
1607 Longworth House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515
Senator
John Hoeven
Mailing Address:
338 Russell Senate Office Building
Washington DC 20510
Senator
Kevin Cramer
You Can Make a Difference
Humanities North Dakota has served thousands of North Dakotans in the past two years with accessible programming. The majority of our programs are free to the public; the rest are low-cost.
With federal funding abruptly cut, we’re relying on supporters like you to keep our programs alive—civics education, lifelong learning, and public conversations that reach thousands across the state. Every dollar you give helps ensure that North Dakotans continue to have access to the humanities, no matter where they live.
Stand with us.