Federal Arts Grants

Grant Title: U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau, PAS Annual Program Statement - This grant aims to strengthen U.S.-Hong Kong/Macau ties through cultural, academic, and professional exchanges, focusing on areas like STEAM, environmental sustainability, and human rights, while encouraging diversity and collaboration with American experts.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Kazakhstan to enhance educational and cultural programming at American Corners, fostering greater understanding of U.S. values and innovation.

The Museum Grants for African American History and Culture program, administered by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), provides funding to support African American museums and institutions with a focus on enhancing institutional capacity and promoting the professional growth of museum professionals. The program is designed to increase access to museum and archival collections, strengthen museum operations, and develop museum leadership. Eligible projects should align with one of two program goals: building the capacity of African American museums to serve their communities or supporting the growth and development of museum professionals. The program supports two project categories: small projects with funding ranging from $5,000 to $100,000, which do not require cost sharing, and large projects ranging from $100,001 to $500,000, which require a one-to-one cost share. The anticipated period of performance is up to three years, starting no earlier than July 1, 2025. IMLS expects to award approximately $6,000,000 in total funding, supporting about 35 projects, with an average award size of $171,429. Applications must be submitted electronically via Grants.gov by November 15, 2024, at 11:59 PM Eastern Time. Eligible applicants include African American museums, museum service organizations that support African American museums, and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Museums must meet IMLS eligibility criteria, such as operating on a permanent basis, employing professional staff, and exhibiting collections to the public for at least 120 days annually. Museums located within larger institutions, such as universities or cultural centers, may apply independently if they function as discrete units with their own budgets. Partnerships and collaborations with other organizations are encouraged. Applicants are required to submit a complete application package, including a project narrative, a detailed budget with justification, a performance measurement plan, and supporting documentation. The project narrative must address three core areas: project justification, project work plan, and project results. The justification should identify the need or challenge being addressed, the primary audience, and the intended beneficiaries. The work plan should outline specific activities, responsible personnel, timelines, and risk mitigation strategies. The project results must describe expected outcomes, including how the project will achieve meaningful change and ensure long-term sustainability. Applications are evaluated through a peer review process based on the project's alignment with program goals, the feasibility and clarity of the work plan, the qualifications of key personnel, and the potential for measurable and sustained impact. For collections-related projects, improvements in access, care, or preservation of collections will also be assessed. Projects that demonstrate broad adaptability and shareable tools, models, or research findings will receive particular consideration. Award notifications are expected in June 2025. Successful applicants must submit interim and final financial and performance reports and comply with all federal regulations, including those related to cost principles and project administration. IMLS provides technical assistance, including webinars and program guidance, to help applicants develop competitive proposals. Further information, including examples of previously funded projects and application resources, can be accessed on the IMLS website.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to non-profit organizations and governmental institutions in Uruguay and the U.S. to implement projects that strengthen economic development, democracy, and security, fostering collaboration between American and Uruguayan entities.

The Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Culture and Arts Development Grant Program for FY 2024/2025 is a $1.5 million fund managed by the National Park Service, aimed at supporting nonprofit organizations that serve Native Hawaiian or Alaska Native populations in preserving and advancing their culture and arts through various forms such as language, visual and performing arts, and history.

This program provides funding for researchers, including principal investigators, postdoctoral researchers, and graduate students, to collaborate on scientific and engineering challenges related to medical device technology at the FDA.

This funding opportunity supports creative projects that promote engagement, education, and collaboration between the United States and the communities of Mauritius and Seychelles.

This funding opportunity supports alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs in Equatorial Guinea to implement community projects that address global challenges, focusing on areas like sustainable tourism, agriculture, and biodiversity.

Creative Forces: NEA Military Healing Arts Network is an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with the U.S. Departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs. The mission of Creative Forces is to improve the health, well-being, and quality of life for military and veteran populations exposed to trauma, as well as their families and caregivers, by increasing knowledge of and access to clinical creative arts therapies and community arts engagement. The purpose of this Program Solicitation is to select an organization (Cooperator) to support Creative Forces through the implementation and administration of the Creative Forces Community Engagement Grant Program, competitive grant program that advances the mission of Creative Forces through community-based arts engagement activities. The Cooperative Agreement resulting from this program solicitation can start no earlier than July 1, 2025 and may extend for up to 39 months. An organization may submit only one proposal under this program solicitation.

This funding opportunity supports alumni of U.S. government-funded exchange programs in implementing community development projects that foster international partnerships and promote U.S. values.

This funding opportunity supports research projects that explore the impact of the arts on various aspects of American life, particularly in health, education, and economic development, with a focus on diverse communities and rigorous methodologies.

This program provides funding for innovative projects that promote U.S.-Ecuador relations by fostering mutual understanding and collaboration in areas such as security, economic prosperity, and cultural exchange.

This funding opportunity supports organizations in fostering cultural ties and mutual understanding between the United States and Mexico through innovative programs addressing key social and economic issues.

The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) is proud to support the nations arts sector with grant opportunities so that together we can help everyone live more artful lives. The arts contribute to our individual well-being, the well-being of our communities, and to our local economies. The arts are also crucial to helping us make sense of our circumstances from different perspectives as we emerge from the pandemic and plan for the future. Grants for Arts Projects is our largest grants program for organizations, providing comprehensive and expansive funding opportunities for communities. Through project-based funding, the program supports opportunities for public engagement with the arts and arts education, for the integration of the arts with strategies promoting the health and well-being of people and communities, and for the improvement of overall capacity and capabilities within the arts sector. We welcome applications from a variety of eligible organizations, including first-time applicants; from organizations serving rural, urban, suburban, and tribal communities of all sizes; and from organizations with small, medium, or large operating budgets. An organization may submit only one application under these FY2025 Grants for Arts Projects guidelines. If an organization applies to the Challenge America category, it may not also apply to the Grants for Arts Projects category. The National Endowment for the Arts support of a project may start on or after June 1, 2024. Generally, a period of performance of up to two years is allowed.

This funding opportunity supports community-based arts programs designed to enhance the health and well-being of military personnel, veterans, and their families through creative engagement.

This grant provides funding to state and local courts, national nonprofit organizations, and educational institutions to support innovative projects that improve the administration of justice in state courts across the country.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for teams of alumni from U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to develop innovative projects that address global challenges and strengthen ties between the U.S. and Mauritius or Seychelles.

This funding opportunity supports innovative projects that strengthen U.S.-German relations through collaboration in areas like science, technology, sports, and cultural exchange, targeting nonprofits, educational institutions, and NGOs.

This grant provides financial support of up to $50,000 to published prose writers in the U.S. to help them focus on their writing, conduct research, and advance their careers.

This grant provides funding to a U.S. Regional Arts Organization to facilitate international performing arts programming and community engagement activities in underserved areas across the country.