Native American/Native Hawaiian Museum Services (2026)
ID: 361148Type: 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
Timeline
    Description

    The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) is inviting applications for the Native American/Native Hawaiian Museum Services (NANH) program for fiscal year 2026. This grant opportunity aims to support federally recognized Indian Tribes, Alaska Native Villages, and organizations primarily serving Native Hawaiians in preserving their heritage, culture, and knowledge through various projects, including educational services, workforce development, and collections stewardship. With an estimated total funding of $3,772,000 available for approximately 20 awards ranging from $5,000 to $250,000, interested applicants must submit their proposals by the deadline of March 13, 2026, and can find additional information and application guidelines at the IMLS website or contact them via email at imls-museumgrants@imls.gov.

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    Posted
    The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) is inviting applications for the Native American/Native Hawaiian Museum Services (NANH) program for FY 2026. This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) aims to support Native American Tribes, Alaska Native Villages, and organizations primarily serving Native Hawaiians in preserving heritage, culture, and knowledge. The program, with an application deadline of March 13, 2026, and an anticipated total funding of $3,772,000 for about 20 awards ranging from $5,000 to $250,000, seeks projects that align with the NANH goal of building capacity in museum services. Projects should focus on preserving languages and cultural practices, professional development for museum workforces, and managing museum collections. Eligibility is restricted to federally recognized Indian Tribes and non-profit organizations primarily serving and representing Native Hawaiians. Applicants must register with SAM.gov and Grants.gov, and proposals must adhere to specific content, format, and submission guidelines, including a narrative, budget, and performance measurement plan. Cost share is allowed but not required.
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