§ Federal grant opportunity · 21MP-FY27
21st Century Museum Professionals Program (2027)
Institute of Museum and Library Services is accepting applications for 21st Century Museum Professionals Program (2027). The deadline is November 13, 2026 and the published award range is $100K – $500K.
Key facts
- Funder
- Institute of Museum and Library Services
- Application deadline
- November 13, 2026
- Award range
- $100K – $500K
- Eligibility
- other
- Geography
- United States
- Focus areas
- Arts, Humanities
- Opportunity number
- 21MP-FY27
Program overview
The 21st Century Museum Professionals (21MP) grant program supports projects that build career pathways, strengthen professional networks, and identify and share effective workforce education and training practices in the museum field.
How to apply
- Confirm your organization meets the eligibility criteria above.
- Read the full funding opportunity announcement from Institute of Museum and Library Services.
- Draft your narrative against the funder's stated priorities and review criteria.
- Submit before November 13, 2026, allowing time for registration and validation.
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