Inspire Grants for Small Museums (2026)
Posted: Jan 13, 2026 12:00:00 AM EST
Closes: 03/13/2026
Funding Information
Estimated Total Funding
$3,000,000
Award Ceiling
$75,000
Award Floor
$5,000
Expected Number of Awards
75
Cost sharing or matching is required for this grant.
Description
Inspire Grants for Small Museums (Inspire) is a special initiative of the Museums for America grant program designed to support small museums of all disciplines in project-based efforts to serve the public through educational programs and exhibits, community partnerships, and collections stewardship activities.
Synopsis
Inspire Grants for Small Museums (Inspire) is a special initiative of the Museums for America grant program designed to support small museums of all disciplines in project-based efforts to serve the public through educational programs and exhibits, community partnerships, and collections stewardship activities.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants:
See the Notice of Funding Opportunity for eligibility information.
Funding Activity Categories
CFDA Numbers
- 45.301 - Museums for America
Contact Information
Agency: Institute of Museum and Library Services
Contact: Institute of Museum and Library Services
Email: imls-museumgrants@imls.gov
Phone: 202-653-4634
imls-museumgrants@imls.gov
imls-museumgrants@imls.gov
imls-museumgrants@imls.gov
Additional Information
Document Type: synopsis
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Version: 2
Last Updated: Jan 28, 2026 01:11:25 PM EST
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