Synopsis

Museums Empowered (ME) is a special initiative of the Museums for America grant program that supports projects that use professional development and training to generate change and growth within museums of all types and sizes.
Response Date	Mar 13, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Posting Date	Jan 13, 2026 12:00:00 AM EST
Archive Date
Award Ceiling	300,000
Award Floor	5,000
Cost Sharing	Yes

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants	Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)
Additional Info on Eligibility:	See the Notice of Funding Opportunity for program eligibility criteria.

Additional Information

Agency Name	Institute of Museum and Library Services
Link to Additional Information:	https://www.imls.gov/find-funding/funding-opportunities/grant-programs/museums-empowered
Grantor Contact Information:	If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: GrantSolutions Help Desk Phone: 202-653-4634

CFDA Program(s)

• 45.301: Museums for America