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Tenders and grants across arts, culture and heritage — museum and gallery services, theatre and performing-arts venues, cultural facility construction, heritage building conservation and restoration, exhibitions, festivals and events, and creative-sector and arts-for-change programmes. Curated for cultural institutions, heritage conservators, creative agencies, event producers and arts organisations.

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Arts, Culture & Heritage Tenders

Refurbishment of Ground Floor Toilets & Cloakroom at Cornerstone Arts Centre, Didcot

TENDER Open

United Kingdom £74K 4 Nov 2026 (Closes in 37 days) C-000511

South Oxfordshire District Council (SODC) is seeking to appoint a suitably competent Contractor to carry out internal refurbishment works to national building specifications and standards, at The Cornerstone Arts Centre located in Didcot, Oxfordshire. The Cornerstone is a municipal multi-purpose arts and community venue, owned and managed by SODC. It is located in the heart of Didcot town centr...

Multi-disciplinary Consultancy Services (including Engineering, Urban Planning, Conservation/Heritage/Archaeological and Landscaping Design services) Proposed Development at the Ramparts Car Park,

TENDER Open

Ireland €1.0M 27 Oct 2026 (Closes in 28 days) 661242-2026

Meath County Council ( the “Contracting Authority”) intends to appoint an Architect-led Design Team with the necessary multi-disciplinary design expertise and experience including Engineering, Urban Planning, Conservation/Heritage/Archaeological and Landscaping Design services, to provide the design and associated consultancy services for the proposed development at the Ramparts Car Park, Forme...

St. Mary's Laneway and Church Yard Enhancement Scheme, Kilkenny for Kilkenny County Council

TENDER Open

Ireland €1.3M 16 Oct 2026 (Closes in 17 days) 660564-2026

The project consists of the renewal and enhancement of public realm, pavement and drainage of St. Mary's Laneway and St. Mary's Churchyard incorporating soft landscaping, outdoor seating, site lighting and for the provision of an outdoor Cafe Kiosk and conservation works to an existing historic wall enclosing St Mary’s Church https://www.etenders.gov.ie/epps/cft/prepareViewCfTWS.do?resourceId=9...

RFPQ2026-1 Category 7- Facilities – Electrical Engineering - Engineering, Planning and Professional Consulting Services Roster

RFP Open

Canada, Ontario 14 Oct 2026 (Closes in 16 days) clarington-RFPQ2026-1 Category 7- Facilities – Electrical Engineering-2759e54a

This Request for Pre-Qualifications (“RFPQ”) is an invitation by the Municipality of Clarington (Municipality) to prospective respondents (each a “Respondent”) to submit a response (each a “Response”) to qualify for eligibility for inclusion on a (the “Roster”) for the Municipality as further described in RFPQ2026-1. The Municipality of Clarington’s objective is to conduct a fair, open and tran...

St. Mary's Laneway and Church Yard Enhancement Scheme, Kilkenny for Kilkenny County Council

TENDER Open

Ireland €1.3M 16 Oct 2026 (Closes in 18 days) IE-9142363

The project consists of the renewal and enhancement of public realm, pavement and drainage of St. Mary's Laneway and St. Mary's Churchyard incorporating soft landscaping, outdoor seating, site lighting and for the provision of an outdoor Cafe Kiosk and conservation works to an existing historic wall enclosing St Mary’s Church

Multi-disciplinary Consultancy Services (including Engineering, Urban Planning, Conservation/Heritage/Archaeological and Landscaping Design services) Proposed Development at the Ramparts Car Park,

TENDER Open

Ireland €1.0M 27 Oct 2026 (Closes in 29 days) Meath Co Co - MH-TRA- 26-14

Meath County Council ( the “Contracting Authority”) intends to appoint an Architect-led Design Team with the necessary multi-disciplinary design expertise and experience including Engineering, Urban Planning, Conservation/Heritage/Archaeological and Landscaping Design services, to provide the design and associated consultancy services for the proposed development at the Ramparts Car Park, Forme...

Science and Industry Museum Wonderlab Group 2 Interactives Makers 2

TENDER Open

United Kingdom £155K 23 Oct 2026 (Closes in 25 days) SIM4117M/2

This tender invites suppliers to bid for Wonderlab interactives. These interactive exhibits will provide moments of joy, fun, surprise and wonder throughout the visitor journey. They should be in keeping with wider, gallery designs which will be overseen by the Lead Designer / Architect. Interactives will embody the gallery’s key principles: • playful – inspires and celebrates active exploratio...

4-6 Short Street Repair Works

TENDER Open

United Kingdom 14 Oct 2026 (Closes in 16 days) ocds-h6vhtk-07786e

Cambridge City Council is seeking a contractor for a package of internal and external repairs to the existing building, including masonry and brickwork repairs, roofing, joinery and timber repairs, drainage, ventilation, decorations and associated remedial works, together with specialist basement waterproofing works. The basement waterproofing element includes Contractor design and is required ...

SKDC-1611 Archaeological Advice Services

TENDER Open

United Kingdom £192K 21 Oct 2026 (Closes in 23 days) ocds-h6vhtk-0778f0

South Kesteven District Council "The Council" is seeking a single provider "Contractor" for the provision of historic environment advice to assist the Council in relation to its activities relating to planning both Development Management (planning applications/pre-application requests/condition compliance etc) and planning policy. The Contract will cover the provision of advice for buried herit...

Category 7- Facilities – Electrical Engineering - Engineering, Planning and Professional Consulting Services Roster

TENDER Open

Canada, Ontario 14 Oct 2026 (Closes in 16 days) clarington-Category 7- Facilities – Electrical Engineering-2759e54a

This Request for Pre-Qualifications (“RFPQ”) is an invitation by the Municipality of Clarington (Municipality) to prospective respondents (each a “Respondent”) to submit a response (each a “Response”) to qualify for eligibility for inclusion on a (the “Roster”) for the Municipality as further described in RFPQ2026-1. The Municipality of Clarington’s objective is to conduct a fair, open and tran...

RFPQ2026-1 Category 10 - Facilities – Building Science - Engineering, Planning and Professional Consulting Services Roster

RFP Open

Canada, Ontario 14 Oct 2026 (Closes in 16 days) clarington-RFPQ2026-1 Category 10-86df205c

This Request for Pre-Qualifications (“RFPQ”) is an invitation by the Municipality of Clarington (Municipality) to prospective respondents (each a “Respondent”) to submit a response (each a “Response”) to qualify for eligibility for inclusion on a (the “Roster”) for the Municipality as further described in RFPQ2026-1. The Municipality of Clarington’s objective is to conduct a fair, open and tran...

RFPQ2026-1 - Category 8 - Facilities – Mechanical Engineering - Engineering, Planning and Professional Consulting Services Roster

RFP Open

Canada, Ontario 14 Oct 2026 (Closes in 16 days) clarington-RFPQ2026-1-cd8f8e45

This Request for Pre-Qualifications (“RFPQ”) is an invitation by the Municipality of Clarington (Municipality) to prospective respondents (each a “Respondent”) to submit a response (each a “Response”) to qualify for eligibility for inclusion on a (the “Roster”) for the Municipality as further described in RFPQ2026-1. The Municipality of Clarington’s objective is to conduct a fair, open and tran...

Rental of equipment, machinery and tools

TENDER Open

Canada 22 Oct 2026 (Closes in 24 days) 10253688-1000239

Canadian Heritage Rental of equipment, machinery and tools Tender # 10253688 Closing Date : 10/22/2026 at 14:00 PM Contact: Stéphanie Dupel contrats-contracting@pch.gc.ca Details: Disclaimer: This bid is researched and provided for information purposes only. To participate in this bid opportunity, interested vendors are sometimes required to register on the Canadian Heritage's website. Please r...

Manchester, Cotton & Transatlantic Slavery AV hardware supply and integration

TENDER Open

United Kingdom £69K 22 Oct 2026 (Closes in 24 days) SIM4233M

The Science Museum Group (SMG) wishes to appoint an AV Integrator under a contract for the detailed design, procurement of non-stock equipment, pre-installation configuration and testing, installation, integration, commissioning, programming, handover, warranty administration and de-installation of audio-visual systems for the Manchester, Cotton and Transatlantic Slavery exhibition at the Scien...

Design Services for the National Archives, Ireland

TENDER Open

Ireland €200K 10 Nov 2026 (Closes in 43 days) IE-9131972

Design Services for the National Archives, Ireland

Electric Theatre - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice

TENDER Open

United Kingdom 30 Oct 2026 (Closes in 32 days) GBC - 039234

The Electric Theatre is an iconic and historic building in the heart of Guildford, originally built as an electricity works in 1913 and converted into a theatre in 1997. The venue is currently vacant, with Guildford Borough Council assuming full responsibility for the building and its associated holding costs. The Council has undertaken a programme of technical surveys and stakeholder engagemen...

EHC 0726 Provision of annual family pantomime

TENDER Open

United Kingdom 2 Oct 2026 (Closes in 4 days) EHC425/1323/2026

BEAM is a flagship venue and multi-faceted Arts & Culture destination in the centre of Hertford, which opened in August 2024. BEAM sits on the site of the former Hertford Theatre and is the result of a significant investment by the council. BEAM has a range of facilities including a 550-seat Theatre, a flexible Studio space, with seating for 140+, three dedicated cinema screens, a dance studio ...

Exclusive AV partner for Level 4 & 5 Illuminate event space at the Science Museum

TENDER Open

United Kingdom 8 Oct 2026 (Closes in 10 days) SCM4146M

Our dedicated and award-winning event space Illuminate on levels 4 & 5 of the Science Museum - Illuminate - Hire The Science Museum opened its doors for our first event in January 2019. In the build period up to that time, and ever since, we have partnered with an exclusive AV Partner who, from a purely audio-visual perspective, assisted in the design of the space and invested significantly in ...

27-28 English Heritage parking sticker

TENDER Open

United Kingdom 5 Oct 2026 (Closes in 7 days) P/REF EHIGM 00002227

The contract is for production and printing of the 27-28 English Heritage parking sticker and carrier. The parking sticker gives the holder the right to park for free at car parks run by English Heritage across the country and is valid for a year. A new version of the sticker will be designed and printed in each following year (28-29) - there is potential for the contract to be extended for up ...

Print Framework for English Heritage Members' Handbook 2026-2030

TENDER Open

United Kingdom 5 Oct 2026 (Closes in 7 days) P/REF EHIGM 00002228

English Heritage is looking to award a multi-supplier Framework for the print and production of its Members’ Handbook.

Masterplan Feasibilities External Project Manager

TENDER Open

United Kingdom 28 Sep 2026 (Closes today) SCM4214M

SMG wishes to award a contract for the provision of External Project Management Consultancy for three Masterplan Feasibility Studies.

P3401 - Flexible contracting agreement (FCA) for Birmingham Virtual School Enrichment Services

TENDER Open

United Kingdom 1 Oct 2026 (Closes in 3 days) P3401

Birmingham City Council (the "Council") wishes to establish a Flexible Contracting Agreement (FCA) for Birmingham Virtual School (BVS) Enrichment Services in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023, applying the provisions for Light Touch Contracts as defined in Section 9 of the Act and Schedule 1 of the Procurement Regulations 2024. These provisions apply to certain social, health, and educat...

A Store Refurbishment – Roller Shutters Replacement

TENDER Open

United Kingdom 5 Oct 2026 (Closes in 7 days) NCC4178M

SMG wishes to award a contract for the provision of the design and installation (replacement) of 7no replacement roller shutter doors.

390_27 Document Management Solutions

TENDER Open

United Kingdom £83.3M 14 Oct 2026 (Closes in 16 days) 390_27

ESPO is a public sector-owned professional buying organisation that provides a comprehensive range of procurement services, including access to over 100 free-to-access framework solutions designed to support public sector organisations. We are establishing a framework to cover the provision document management solutions including digitisation, off-site storage, and confidential shredding of doc...

British Museum Round Reading Room Roof Oculus Works

TENDER Open

United Kingdom £9.0M 19 Oct 2026 (Closes in 21 days) BM.26.015

Project Overview The British Museum is seeking to appoint a Principal Contractor for a programme of essential roof repair and replacement works to the Grade I listed Round Reading Room, located at the centre of the Museum. Building Context and Heritage Significance The Round Reading Room was designed by Sydney Smirke and completed in 1857. It is a structure of exceptional national heritage sign...

Arts, Culture & Heritage Grants

FY 2026 Sports Diplomacy On Demand Program

Open US DFOP0017999

United States

The Office of Sports Diplomacy, in the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA), announces an open competition for the FY 2026 Sports Diplomacy On Demand Program. U.S. public and private non-profit organizations meeting the provisions described in Internal Revenue Code section 26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3) may submit proposals to manage short-term sports exchange projects designed to support key sporting and cultural priorities of the Administration. Sports Diplomacy On Demand (SD On Demand) is a new, flexible program that will allow the Department of State to quickly respond to Administration’s foreign policy priorities in sports. SD On Demand projects are designed for rapid implementation, enabling swift responses to emerging policies, geopoli...

FY 2026 Ngawang Choephel Fellows Program

Open US DFOP0017864

United States

The Global Leaders Division in the Office of Citizen Exchanges at the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) is seeking proposal submissions for one to two cooperative agreements to design, implement, and oversee the FY 2026 Ngawang Choephel Fellows Program. Launched in 1997, the Ngawang Choephel Fellows Program is a two-way economic exchange program designed to enhance leadership and professional skills and build lasting partnerships between emerging entrepreneurs from Tibetan communities in China, India, Nepal and Bhutan, and the United States. The defining element of the program is a minimum four-week U.S.-based exchange which will provide Fellows with opportunities to discuss and share best practices for initiating and supporting business and/or ...

FY 2026 Sports Visitor Program

Open US DFOP0018011

United States

The Office of Sports Diplomacy of the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) invites proposals for the Sports Visitor Program. This international exchange program uses sports to advance the Administration’s foreign policy priorities, promote American leadership, and support the U.S. sports economy. The Sports Visitor Program includes countries from all six regions of the world, as determined in consultation with the Department’s regional bureaus. The program is authorized under the Mutual Educational and Cultural Exchange Act of 1961 (Fulbright-Hays Act), which aims to increase mutual understanding and strengthen ties between the people of the United States and other nations.&nbsp...

FY 2026 Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Academic Fellows Program

Open US DFOP0017934

United States

The Office of Academic Exchange Programs, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA), invites proposal submissions for one cooperative agreement to design, administer, and implement the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative Academic Fellows Program (YSEALI AFP). YSEALI AFP will include approximately eight institutes—four in spring 2027 and four in fall 2027—for approximately 185 undergraduate and recent graduates from Southeast Asia. Each institute will be on one of four themes: Economic Prosperity, Liberty and Freedom, Natural Resources, and Peace and Security. The award recipient will plan, implement, and oversee the eight institutes under the YSEALI themes. Each institute will host approximately 22-24 Fellows from Southeast Asia. &n...

FY 2026 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders (YALI Fellowship)

Open US DFOP0017991

United States

The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, Office of Academic Exchange Programs, Study of the U.S. Branch invites proposal submissions for one cooperative agreement to design, implement, and oversee the FY 2026 YALI Fellowship. Established in 2014 the YALI Fellowship has built and maintained a network of approximately 7,800 young African leaders across sectors critical to U.S. interests and foreign policy priorities in Sub-Saharan Africa. The award recipient will be responsible for planning and administering all components and aspects of the YALI Fellowship including short-term academic residencies (“institutes”) on U.S. college and university campuses for approximately 550 Fellows, Professional Development Experiences (PDEs) for approxim...

FY 2026 Community College Administrator Program

Open US DFOP0017811

United States

The Community College Administrator Program’s (CCAP) goal is to advance U.S. global leadership in vocational-technical education, support systemic education policy change in priority countries, and foster strategic partnerships that advance U.S. interests in trade and commerce. By showcasing America’s specialized approach to vocational-technical education, CCAP will help reduce reliance on foreign aid and cultivate trade and business relationships that strengthen U.S. supply chains and economic interests. CCAP will introduce approximately 20 foreign higher education officials and senior administrators to the U.S. community college model through a maximum six-week program, to be implemented approximately between October 2026 and June 2027. The program consists of a virtual exchange and u...

Fire Science Innovations through Research and Education

Open US PD-25-345Y

United States

Wildland fire is a powerful force on the planet, one that is rapidly accelerating in complexity beyond our current understanding. A new approach is needed. This approach requires a proactive and scalable perspective that recognizes the variety and connectedness of components of wildland fire. Coordinated scientific research and education that enables large-scale, cross-cutting breakthroughs to transform our understanding of wildland fire is urgently needed. In an era of rapid change, our society needs forward-looking research built on new frameworks that will realign our relationship with wildland fire. The Fire Science Innovations through Research and Education (FIRE) program invites innovative multidisciplinary and multisector investigations focused on convergent research and educatio...

Ambassador's Fund for Cultural Preservation

Open US PDS-DOS-GEO-FY26-01

United States

The United States Embassy in Georgia is accepting full project proposals for the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) 2026 Freedom 250 Special Edition Competition. Please see below for details of how to apply. The 2026 grant cycle commemorates the 250th anniversary of American independence and marks the 25th anniversary of the AFCP program. This Freedom 250 special edition of the AFCP honors U.S. leadership and enduring commitment to freedom, democracy, and unity via cultural heritage stewardship. In the spirit of these values, priority projects will incorporate technical exchange between Americans and their Georgian counterparts and illuminate the rich historical and cultural ties between the United States and Georgia. AF...

FY 2026 America First U.S. Speaker Program

Open US DFOP0017995

United States

The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) announces an open competition to support the FY 2026 America First U.S. Speaker Program. Through this cooperative agreement, ECA will support approximately 580 programs, 360 in-person and 220 virtual, engaging key interlocutors from all regions of the world. The U.S. Speaker Program is a nimble, rapid response public diplomacy tool that for more than 40 years has built lasting relationships between U.S. citizen experts and foreign decision-makers and other professional interlocutors that serve Administration priorities and the American people. Programs will focus on America First priorities such as energy security, critical minerals, commercial diplomacy, freedom of expression, digital freedom...

FY 2026 U.S. Leadership in Education, Advanced Manufacturing, and Digital Skills (U.S. LEADS) Program

Open US DFOP0017930

United States

The United States Leadership in Education, Advanced Manufacturing, and Digital Skills (U.S. LEADS) Program celebrates America's 250th anniversary by showcasing U.S. leadership from the Industrial Revolution to the Digital Revolution, focusing on revitalizing manufacturing, advancing AI, and strengthening supply chains. This Freedom 250 initiative will spark collaboration between U.S. community colleges, international vocational leaders, and U.S. industry partners to address emerging labor market demands that advance U.S. interests and drive economic development. The program will launch with a summit in Washington, D.C. to highlight America’s industrial heritage, current leadership in manufacturing and AI, and the role of U.S. community colleges in preparing the workforce of to...

Storytelling to Safeguard Cultural Identity and Sovereignty: Bolstering the Tourism Industry

Open US TASHKENT-PDS-FY26-002

United States

The U.S. Department of State's Embassy Tashkent announces an open competition for a cooperative agreement to implement " Storytelling to Safeguard Cultural Identity and Sovereignty: Bolstering the Tourism Industry" in Uzbekistan. This program aims to maximize the impact of U.S. investments in cultural heritage preservation and Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) projects amplifying shared civilizational values and U.S. linkages while enhancing tourism experiences and building capacity for story-telling and content creation related to AFCP-supported heritage sites across Uzbekistan. The selected implementer will work in partnership with the Art and Culture Development Foundation (ACDF), Cultural Heritage Agency of the Republic of Uzbekistan (CHA), National Tourism Committee...

U.S. Mission UAE PDS Annual Program Statement

Open US PDS-UAE-01-FY2026

United States

The Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) at U.S. Mission UAE invites results-oriented proposals for programs that foster economic opportunities for U.S. businesses, investors, and innovators, and showcase American leadership and excellence in science, technology, culture, arts, sports, culinary diplomacy, artificial intelligence (AI), and health. The purpose is to strengthen ties between the United States and the United Arab Emirates in ways that make America safer, stronger, and more prosperous and advance the interests of the American people as we commemorate the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence (2026) and celebrate the enduring U.S.-UAE partnership. See Section C, Program Description for more information. This APS outlines the funding priorities and strategic themes we will focu...

Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) 2026 – Summit Dominican Republic

Open US S-DR860-26-NOGO-0002

United States

A. BASIC INFORMATION 1. OverviewFunding Opportunity Title Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) 2026 – Summit Dominican Republic Funding Opportunity Number S-DR860-26-NOGO-0002 Announcement Type Initial Announcement Deadline for Applications May 18th, 2026 Assistance Listing Number 19.022 Length of performance period 04 to 12 months Number of awards anticipated One (1) award Award amounts awards may range from a minimum of $40,000.00 U.S. dollars to a maximum of $90,000.00 U.S. dollars Total available funding $90,000.00 U.S. dollars pending availability of funds Type of Funding FY 2026 Smith-Mundt Public Diplomacy Funds Anticipated project start date August 2026 Funding Instrument Type: Grant or Cooperative Agreement. Cooperative agreements incl...

Pacific Coastal Salmon Recovery Fund (Annual Appropriations and IIJA Funds)

Open US NOAA-NMFS-WCRO-2026-33121

United States

NOAA announces the availability of Federal funding, authorized pursuant to the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, Pub. L. 117-58 (November 15, 2021) and the Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act, 2026, Pub. L. 119-74 (January 23, 2026), for necessary expenses associated with the restoration of Pacific salmon populations. The Pacific Coastal Salmon Recovery Fund (PCSRF) program makes such funding available to the States of Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Nevada, California, and Alaska, and federally recognized tribes of the Columbia River and Pacific Coast (including Alaska) for projects necessary for the conservation of salmon and steelhead populations listed as threatened or endangered, or identified by a State as at-r...

Cooperative Agreement for affiliated Partner with the Gulf Coast Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit

Open US G26AS00120

United States

The USGS is offering a funding opportunity to a CESU partner for research in remote sensing algorithm development and to validate remote sensing data products for evaluating phytoplankton communities in Barataria estuary. The research investigates the effectiveness of using remote sensing technologies to monitor estuarine phytoplankton that are essential lower trophic levels in aquatic food webs.The following Executive Orders (EOs), Secretarial Orders (SOs), and Authorization align with this NOFO. The EOs include EO 14313 – Establishing the President's Make America Beautiful Again Commission (July 3, 2025) that creates a commission to promote conservation, restore lands and waters, and expand access to public lands, , EO 14303 – Restoring Gold Standard Science (May 23, 2025) that ensure...

FY2026 ABPP - Battlefield Land Acquisition Grant

Open US P26AS00019

United States

Historic battlefields and associated sites of armed conflict are powerful reminders of the shared heritage of all Americans. In an ongoing effort to extend the conservation of natural and cultural resources beyond our park boundaries, the National Park Service American Battlefield Protection Program (NPS ABPP) promotes the preservation and interpretation of these important places. NPS ABPP supports community-driven stewardship of historic resources through four grant opportunities: Preservation Planning, Battlefield Restoration, Battlefield Interpretation, and Battlefield Land Acquisition.NPS ABPP administers Battlefield Land Acquisition Grants (BLAG) to assist State and local governments, Tribes, and nonprofit organizations with the preservation of eligible Revolutionary War, War of 18...

National Leadership Grants for Libraries (2026)

Open US NLG-LIBRARIES-FY26

United States

The National Leadership Grants for Libraries Program (NLG-L) supports projects that develop, enhance, or adapt replicable practices, programs, models, or tools to strengthen library and archival services for the American public. The program supports projects that serve the learning needs of the public through libraries and archives; improve community prosperity through libraries and archives; provide broad access to and preservation of information and collections through libraries and archives; or provide services to affected communities in the event of an emergency or disaster.

Inspire Grants for Small Museums (2026)

Open US IGSM-FY26

United States

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.

Cultural Property Agreements Implementation Grants

Open US CPAIG2026

United States

The Cultural Heritage Center (CHC) in the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) is pleased to announce the start of the 2026 program cycle for Cultural Property Agreement Implementation Grants (CPAIG). U.S. embassies in countries with cultural property agreements or emergency import restrictions may submit applications for projects to protect cultural property from looting, theft, and trafficking, or other security threats. The following countries are eligible under this opportunity: Afghanistan*, Albania, Algeria, Belize, Bolivia, Bulgaria, Cambodia, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cyprus, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Greece, Guatemala, Honduras, India, Iraq, Italy, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Mali, Mexico, Morocco, Nepal, Nigeria, Pakistan, Peru, Syria, Tunis...

Museum Grants for American Latino History and Culture (2026)

Open US ALHC-FY26

United States

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.

National Leadership Grants for Museums (2026)

Open US NLG-M-FY26

United States

The National Leadership Grants for Museums program (NLG-M) invests in projects that address critical needs of the museum field. NLG-M projects have the potential to advance practice in the profession to strengthen museum services for the public through the development and replication of model practices, tools, research findings, and collaborations.

Native American/Native Hawaiian Museum Services (2026)

Open US NANH-FY26

United States

The Native American/Native Hawaiian Museum Services program (NANH) supports Native American Tribes, Alaska Native Villages, and organizations that primarily serve and represent Native Hawaiians in sustaining heritage, culture, and knowledge. The program supports projects such as educational services and programs, workforce professional development, organizational capacity building, community engagement, and collections stewardship.

Museums Empowered (2026)

Open US ME-FY26

United States

Museums Empowered (ME) is a special initiative of the Museums for America grant program that supports projects that use professional development and training to generate change and growth within museums of all types and sizes.

Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program (2026)

Open US LB21-FY26

United States

Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian (LB21) projects build a library and archival workforce that can meet the information needs of communities and increase the institutional capacity of libraries, archives, and library and information science graduate programs across the country.

Museums for America (2026)

Open US MFA-FY26

United States

The Museums for America (MFA) program invests in museums of all sizes and disciplines in project-based efforts to serve the public through educational programs and exhibits, community partnerships, and collections stewardship activities.

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