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

March 13, 2026: Full application submission deadline

$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 sustaining heritage, culture, and knowledge through museum services projects.

--- ## Description This grant program supports projects that advance the capacity of Native American Tribes, Alaska Native Villages, and organizations that primarily serve and represent Native Hawaiians to sustain their heritage, culture, and knowledge. Eligible projects may include educational programming, language preservation, professional development, organizational capacity building, community engagement, collections stewardship, digitization, exhibition development, and related activities that strengthen museum services and cultural preservation within these communities. --- ## Due Dates - March 13, 2026: Full application submission deadline (submit through Grants.gov by 11:59 p.m. U.S. Eastern Time) --- ## Funding Amount - Individual awards range from $5,000 to $250,000. - The anticipated period of performance is up to three years (September 1, 2026 – August 31, 2029). - Approximately $3,772,000 in total program funding is available. - Around 20 awards are expected. - No cost-sharing or matching requirement. --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants must be either: - A Federally Recognized Indian Tribe (including Alaska Native villages, regional corporations, and village corporations recognized by the Bureau of Indian Affairs), **or** - A nonprofit organization that primarily serves and represents Native Hawaiians (as defined by the Native Hawaiian Education Act, 20 U.S.C. § 7517(2)). Additional notes: - Federally operated libraries and museums may not apply but may serve as nonessential partners. - Multiple applications are allowed for separate and distinct projects. - Applications for renewal or supplementation of currently active IMLS awards are not eligible. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361148) using Funding Opportunity Number: NANH-FY26. - Required registrations: SAM.gov (with a Unique Entity Identifier), Grants.gov, and Login.gov accounts. - The application package includes: SF-424S, IMLS Museum Program Information Form, Organizational Profile, Project Narrative (max 7 pages), Schedule of Completion, IMLS Budget Form, Budget Justification, list and resumes of key project staff, and a Performance Measurement Plan. - Conditionally required documents may include proof of nonprofit status, proof of eligibility, indirect cost rate agreements, digital products plan, and conservation treatment documentation, as applicable. - Supporting documents (e.g., letters of support, images, plans) may be included to strengthen the application. --- ## Additional Information - Projects must align with one of the following objectives: (1) preservation and perpetuation of languages and cultural practices, (2) professional development of the museum workforce, or (3) management and care of museum collections. - Cost share is allowed but not required and is not considered in application review. - Applications will be peer-reviewed based on project justification, work plan, and intended results. - Award notifications are expected in August 2026, with project start dates on or after September 1, 2026. - Awardees must comply with federal administrative requirements, reporting, and acknowledgment of IMLS support. --- ## External Links - [Program Page and Application Materials (IMLS)](https://www.imls.gov/find-funding/funding-opportunities/grant-programs/native-american-native-hawaiian-museum-services) - [FY 2026 Notice of Funding Opportunity (PDF)](https://www.imls.gov/sites/default/files/2026-01/fy26-oms-nanh-NOFO.pdf) - [Apply via Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361148) - [IMLS Webinars and Application Resources](https://www.imls.gov/webinars/getting-started-imls-museum-grants-fy-2026) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Email | Phone | Additional Info | |----------------------------|----------------------------------------|----------------|--------------------------------------------| | General Grant Inquiries | [imls-museumgrants@imls.gov](mailto:imls-museumgrants@imls.gov) | | | | Program Officer (Sarah Glass) | [sglass@imls.gov](mailto:sglass@imls.gov) | 202-653-4668 | [Schedule a call](https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/IMLSOfficeofMuseumServices@imls.gov/bookings/s/BAaNwbUEwEGWdnGQ158YGQ2) | | IMLS General Contact | [imlsinfo@imls.gov](mailto:imlsinfo@imls.gov) | (202)-653-4657 | [Contact IMLS](https://www.imls.gov/contact-us) |

Native American/Native Hawaiian Museum Services (2026)

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