The Native American/Native Hawaiian Museum Services program provides financial support to Native American Tribes, Alaska Native Villages, and organizations serving Native Hawaiians. The funds help sustain heritage, culture, and knowledge through projects like educational programs, professional development, and community engagement.
Who it's for: This grant is for Native American Tribes, Alaska Native Villages, and organizations that primarily serve and represent Native Hawaiians.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Organizations not serving Native American, Alaska Native, or Native Hawaiian communities
- Applications not focused on heritage, culture, or knowledge projects
- Requests outside the $5,000 - $250,000 range
What You May Need
- Proof of eligibility as a Native American Tribe, Alaska Native Village, or Native Hawaiian organization
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Organizational capacity documentation
- Community engagement strategy
Cautions
- Ensure your project aligns with the program's focus on heritage and culture
- Applications must be submitted by the deadline
- Carefully review eligibility requirements
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include Native American Tribes, which are recognized groups of Native Americans; Alaska Native Villages, which are communities of Alaska Natives; and organizations that primarily serve and represent Native Hawaiians. There are no restrictions on the types of applicants beyond these specific groups.
Overview
This grant is for Native American Tribes, Alaska Native Villages, and organizations that primarily serve and represent Native Hawaiians.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Organizations not serving Native American, Alaska Native, or Native Hawaiian communities
- Applications not focused on heritage, culture, or knowledge projects
- Requests outside the $5,000 - $250,000 range
Use of Funds
Funds can be used for educational services, workforce development, organizational capacity building, community engagement, and collections stewardship.
Total Program Funding
$3,772,000
Expected Awards
20
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Sep 1, 2026
- Deadline
- Nov 13, 2026(62 days)
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility as a Native American Tribe, Alaska Native Village, or Native Hawaiian organization
- Develop a comprehensive project proposal
- Prepare a detailed budget
- Gather organizational capacity documentation
- Outline a community engagement plan
- Submit application by November 13, 2026