Museum Grants for American Latino History and Culture (2027)
Institute of Museum and Library Services
- Deadline
- November 13, 2026in 24 days
- Award size
- $5,000 to $500,000About 16 awards
- Matching funds
- Not required
- Fit for small groups
- Possible fit
In plain language
This grant helps museums and cultural organizations that focus on American Latino history and culture. It pays for projects that improve their ability to serve their communities. The money can also help train people who work in these institutions.
The money can pay for
- Improving museum operations
- Training staff and volunteers
- Creating exhibits or programs
- Supporting community outreach
Who can apply
Organizations that work with American Latino history and culture may be eligible, but specific details are in the Notice of Funding Opportunity.
Is it a fit for a small group?
Possible fit. This grant is for museums and cultural institutions, which may not be the main focus of all small community nonprofits.
Before you apply
- Check the Notice of Funding Opportunity for full eligibility details
- No matching funds are required
- The deadline is November 13, 2026
- Federal applicants need an active registration at SAM.gov and a Grants.gov account. Registration can take several weeks, so start early.
This summary was written by GrantGather with AI, based on the official listing. It can contain mistakes. Check the official listing on Grants.gov before you apply.
From the official listing
The Museum Grants for American Latino History and Culture (ALHC) program supports projects that build the capacity of American Latino history and culture museums to serve their communities and advance the growth and development of a professional workforce in American Latino cultural institutions.
- Opportunity number
- ALHC-FY27
- Posted
- September 1, 2026
- Total funding
- $6 million
- Eligible applicants
- Others (see eligibility details)
- Eligibility details
- See the Notice of Funding Opportunity for program eligibility criteria.
- Assistance listing
- 45.033 Museum Grants for American Latino History and Culture
- Agency contact
- Institute of Museum and Library Services
imls-museumgrants@imls.gov
202-653-4634
Nonprofits are eligible here through the “Others” category. Read the eligibility details carefully.
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