Museum Grants for African American History and Culture (2025)
ID: 355960Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS)

Award Range

$5K - $500K

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 offering the Museum Grants for African American History and Culture (AAHC) program for the fiscal year 2025, with a total funding pool of $6 million aimed at enhancing the capacity of African American museums and supporting the professional development of museum staff. Eligible applicants include state, local, or tribal governments, nonprofit organizations with tax-exempt status, and historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), with project funding ranging from $5,000 to $500,000 for initiatives that improve public programming, collection access, and community collaborations. Applications must be submitted through Grants.gov by November 15, 2024, with projects expected to commence by July 2025, and interested parties can reach out to Jessica Ottley at jottley@imls.gov for further information.

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    Posted
    The FY 2025 Notice of Funding Opportunity invites applications for the Museum Grants for African American History and Culture program, managed by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). With a total funding pool of $6 million, the program aims to enhance the capacity of African American museums and support the professional development of museum staff. Eligible applicants include state, local, or tribal governments, nonprofit organizations with tax-exempt status, and historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). The grant covers small projects (up to $100,000) and large projects (up to $500,000) with specific objectives focused on enhancing public programming, improving collection access, and fostering community collaborations. Applications must be submitted through Grants.gov by November 15, 2024, and projects are expected to begin by July 2025. The selection process involves a peer review assessing proposal alignment with program goals, project justification, work plan feasibility, and expected results. Applicants must adhere to comprehensive administrative and reporting requirements following award receipt, ensuring accountability and compliance with federal regulations.
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