The NEA Arts and Artifacts International Indemnity Program offers financial support to institutions for the protection and transportation of art and artifacts. This grant is designed to help cover costs associated with insuring these valuable items during international exhibitions.
Who it's for: This grant is for public and private institutions of higher education, state and local governments, Native American tribal organizations, special district governments, county governments, independent school districts, and nonprofits that do not have 501(c)(3) status.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit organizations
- Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status
- Individuals
- Organizations outside the United States
- Entities not involved in arts or artifact exhibitions
What You May Need
- Proof of eligibility (e.g., government or educational institution status)
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan showing cost-sharing/matching funds
- Insurance documentation for art and artifacts
- Organizational financial statements
- Letters of support or partnership agreements
- Completed application form from arts.gov
- DUNS number or Unique Entity Identifier (UEI)
- SAM.gov registration
Cautions
- Cost sharing or matching funds are required.
- Ensure all documentation is complete and submitted by the deadline.
- Nonprofits must not have 501(c)(3) status to qualify.
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include public and state institutions of higher education, state governments, city or township governments, other Native American tribal organizations, private institutions of higher education, special district governments, county governments, independent school districts, and nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status. This means that a wide range of educational, governmental, and tribal organizations can apply, as long as they are involved in arts or artifact exhibitions and meet the specific criteria outlined by the NEA.
Overview
This grant is for public and private institutions of higher education, state and local governments, Native American tribal organizations, special district governments, county governments, independent school districts, and nonprofits that do not have 501(c)(3) status.
Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit organizations
- Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status
- Individuals
- Organizations outside the United States
- Entities not involved in arts or artifact exhibitions
Use of Funds
Funds from this grant can be used to cover costs related to insuring art and artifacts for international exhibitions, including transportation and protection expenses.
Cost Sharing
Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jun 26, 2026
- Deadline
- Mar 8, 2027(254 days)
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility as a qualifying institution or government entity
- Prepare a detailed project proposal
- Develop a budget plan including cost-sharing/matching details
- Gather insurance documentation for art and artifacts
- Collect organizational financial statements
- Obtain letters of support or partnership agreements
- Complete the application form on arts.gov
- Register for a DUNS number or UEI
- Ensure SAM.gov registration is up to date