Museum Grants for American Latino History and Culture (2027)

The Museum Grants for American Latino History and Culture (ALHC-FY27) is a federal funding opportunity provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. The program is designed to build the capacity of American Latino museums to serve their communities and support the professional development of the workforce within these institutions. Specifically, the program focuses on the history of Hispanic Americans from the nation's founding to the present, with a particular interest in technological modernization, including the use of artificial intelligence, and outreach to rural and remote communities. Eligible projects may request between 5,000 and 500,000 dollars for a period of performance spanning one to three years, with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2027, and an end date of July 31, 2030. Applications must be submitted electronically via the Grants.gov Workspace by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on November 13, 2026. Required documentation includes the SF-424S, an IMLS Museum Program Information Form, a narrative limited to seven pages, a budget form, and various supporting documents such as a performance measurement plan and resumes of key staff. All attachments must be in PDF format and under 200mb. Awards are determined by the IMLS Director based on a professional peer review process that evaluates alignment with program goals, the use of evidence to describe needs, the qualifications of project staff, and the sustainability of project benefits. This grant is governed by 2 C.F.R. § 200 Uniform Guidance and specific IMLS regulations rather than FAR clauses.