Institute of Museum and Library Services
IMLS, a US federal agency, funds museums, libraries, and related programs through grant opportunities.
Grant Funding for STEM Education Programs
This grant supports projects that use STEM professionals to create engaging learning experiences for children and families in libraries and museums. If you're developing innovative, inquiry-based STEM programs, you may be eligible for funding.
Native Library Grants: Boost Services & Digital Access
Native American-owned libraries can apply for funding to significantly enhance their existing services or launch new ones, focusing on expanding digital literacy, workforce development, and educational resources for all ages.
Grant Funding for Native Hawaiian Libraries
Native Hawaiian-serving libraries can receive grants to expand services, improve digital literacy, and foster community partnerships. These funds aim to enhance educational and lifelong learning opportunities for all ages and backgrounds.
Ignite Your Library's Future: Get Funding!
Is your library or archive ready to test groundbreaking new services or operations? Sparks! Ignition Grants offer funding to libraries and archives for innovative projects with the potential to transform how they serve their communities, encouraging bold ideas and measurable improvements.
Unlock Museum Innovation: Get Grant Funding!
Museums seeking to test new operational ideas or enhance community services can apply for this funding to prototype and evaluate innovations. The goal is to generate learnings that can benefit the entire museum field and improve community engagement.
Museums: Get Grants to Protect Your Collections!
Small and midsize museums can apply for funding to create and pilot an affordable conservation assessment program. This grant will help you develop the tools and testing needed to better care for your valuable collections.