Native American/Native Hawaiian Museum Services (2025)
ID: 355963Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS)

Award Range

$5K - $250K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Humanities

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355963

Additional Information

https://www.imls.gov/grants/available/native-americannative-hawaiian-museum-services-program
Timeline
    Description

    The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) is offering the Native American/Native Hawaiian Museum Services (NANH) grant program for the fiscal year 2025, aimed at supporting Federally Recognized Indian Tribes and nonprofit organizations that serve Native Hawaiians in preserving their cultural heritage and knowledge. The program encourages projects focused on educational services, language preservation, workforce development, and community engagement, with a total funding pool of $3,772,000 available for grants ranging from $5,000 to $250,000. This initiative underscores the federal commitment to enhancing the capabilities of Indigenous museums and cultural institutions, fostering community engagement and cultural stewardship. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by November 15, 2024, and can find additional information and eligibility criteria on the IMLS website or contact Sarah Glass at sglass@imls.gov for further inquiries.

    Point(s) of Contact
    imls-museumgrants@imls.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    fy25-oms-nanh-NOFO.pdf
    The FY 2025 Notice of Funding Opportunity outlines the Native American/Native Hawaiian Museum Services (NANH) grant available through the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). The program aims to support Federally Recognized Indian Tribes and nonprofit organizations serving Native Hawaiians in preserving their heritage and culture. Applications are due by November 15, 2024, and projects can receive between $5,000 and $250,000, with a total funding pool of $3,772,000 and an expected 20 grants awarded. The funding is intended for projects related to educational programming, language preservation, and cultural practices. Eligible applicants must demonstrate their capacity in serving their communities and submit detailed proposals, including a narrative, budget, and performance measurement plans. The review process involves eligibility checks and a peer review based on criteria such as project justification and work plan effectiveness. Awardees will need to comply with IMLS regulations, ensuring transparent reporting and acknowledgment of IMLS support in all project-related materials. The NANH program represents a federal commitment to enhancing the capabilities of Indigenous museums and cultural institutions, reinforcing community engagement and cultural stewardship.
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