[Institute of Museum and Library Services](https://www.imls.gov)

March 13, 2026

$5,000–$250,000 per award | Up to 3 years | ~$3.77M total program funding | ~20 awards expected

Supports Native American Tribes, Alaska Native Villages, and Native Hawaiian organizations in projects that sustain heritage, culture, and knowledge through museum services.

--- ## Description This grant supports projects that help Native American Tribes, Alaska Native Villages, and organizations that primarily serve and represent Native Hawaiians to sustain and strengthen their heritage, culture, and knowledge through museum services. Funded activities may include educational programming, language preservation, oral history documentation, digital technology enhancements, professional development, collections stewardship, and community engagement. The goal is to build capacity for museum services in these communities, supporting the preservation of cultural practices, professional development, and care of collections. --- ## Due Dates - Application deadline: March 13, 2026 (11:59 p.m. U.S. Eastern Time) - Anticipated award notification: August 2026 - Anticipated project start date: September 1, 2026 --- ## Funding Amount - Total program funding: ~$3,772,000 - Award range: $5,000 to $250,000 - Average past award: ~$150,000 - Project duration: 1 to 3 years - No cost share or matching required --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants must be one of the following: - A Federally Recognized Indian Tribe (including Alaska Native villages, regional corporations, or village corporations as defined by the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act) - A nonprofit organization that primarily serves and represents Native Hawaiians Additional notes: - Federally operated libraries and museums may not apply, but may participate as nonessential partners (cannot receive IMLS funds). - Multiple applications for distinct projects are allowed. - Applicants must have an active SAM.gov registration and Unique Entity Identifier (UEI). --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361148) by the deadline. - Required documents include: SF-424S, IMLS Museum Program Information Form, organizational profile, narrative (7 pages max), schedule of completion, budget form and justification, key staff list and resumes, performance measurement plan. - Additional documents may be required for nonprofit Native Hawaiian organizations (proof of nonprofit status and eligibility). - Optional supporting documents (e.g., letters of support, images, plans) can be included. - Registration with SAM.gov and Grants.gov is required before application. --- ## Additional Information - Cost sharing is permitted but not required and is not considered in review. - All projects must align with one of the program’s objectives: preservation of languages/cultural practices, professional development, or collections management. - Applicants must explain all expenses and adhere to federal cost principles. - IMLS will not consider incomplete, late, or ineligible applications. - Awardees must acknowledge IMLS support in all products and comply with reporting requirements. --- ## External Links - [Program Page & Full Guidelines (IMLS)](https://www.imls.gov/find-funding/funding-opportunities/grant-programs/native-american-native-hawaiian-museum-services) - [Official Grants.gov Listing & Application Portal](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361148) - [FY 2026 Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) PDF](https://api.atomgrants.com/storage/v1/object/public/grants3-sources/fy26-oms-nanh-NOFO.pdf) - [IMLS Webinars & Resources](https://www.imls.gov/webinars/getting-started-imls-museum-grants-fy-2026) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Email | Phone | Scheduling/Info | |--------------------------|-----------------------------------------------|-----------------|-------------------------------| | IMLS Museum Grants Team | [imls-museumgrants@imls.gov](mailto:imls-museumgrants@imls.gov) | — | — | | Sarah Glass, Senior Museum Program Officer | [sglass@imls.gov](mailto:sglass@imls.gov) | 202-653-4668 | [Book a call](https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/IMLSOfficeofMuseumServices@imls.gov/bookings/s/BAaNwbUEwEGWdnGQ158YGQ2) | ---

Native American/Native Hawaiian Museum Services (2026)

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