Museum Grants for American Latino History and Culture (2027)

Background
The Museum Grants for American Latino History and Culture (ALHC) program is administered by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). It aims to support projects that enhance the capacity of American Latino history and culture museums. The program seeks to foster the growth and development of a professional workforce within these institutions, ensuring they can effectively serve their communities. This initiative aligns with IMLS's mission to advance, support, and empower America's museums and libraries.

Grant Details
The ALHC program focuses on projects that build the capacity of American Latino museums to serve their communities and develop a professional workforce. Key areas of interest include:
1) Developing or enhancing public programs, exhibitions, and school programs;
2) Improving care and conservation of museum collections;
3) Strengthening museum operations through strategic planning;
4) Implementing internship, fellowship, and mentoring programs for new professionals in the museum field;
5) Creating opportunities for staff development.

Projects should also consider how they can utilize new technologies to improve visitor experiences.

Eligibility Requirements
Eligible applicants include units of State, local or Tribal governments, private nonprofit organizations with tax-exempt status, museums focused on American Latino life, art, history or culture, organizations supporting such museums, or institutions of higher education. Applicants must be located in the U.S., its territories or freely associated states.

Period of Performance
The anticipated period of performance for funded projects is from August 1, 2027, to July 31, 2030. Projects may last between one to three years.

Grant Value
The total funding available through this grant opportunity is $6 million. Individual awards are expected to range from $5,000 to $500,000, with an average award amount around $375,000.

Place of Performance
The grant activities are expected to be performed in the United States or its territories.