Museum Grant Program

The California Natural Resources Agency and the California Cultural and Historical Endowment (CCHE) are pleased to release the draft guidelines for the California Museum Grant Program for public comment. The public comment period begins December 13, 2023, and ends on February 1, 2024.

The Museum Grant Program has approximately 27.7 million available to fund projects in, or for,  museums severely affected by COVID-19 and that serve historically underserved communities or students subject to Title I of the Federal Elementary and Secondary Education Act.

Additionally, projects must meet one of the following priorities:

  • serving pupils and teachers at schools eligible to be served under Part A of Title I of the federal Elementary and Secondary Education Act; 
  • serving children in low-income communities;
  • supporting museums in engaging or collaborating with underserved communities;
  • advancing preservation of at-risk cultural and natural collections and historic buildings;
  • improving access;
  • supporting the ethical stewardship of culturally sensitive art and artifacts, including, but not limited to, engaging in consultations with California Indian tribes or repatriation; or
  • educating the public about critical issues affecting Californians.

 

CLICK TO ACCESS THE DRAFT GRANT PROGRAM GUIDELINES

THE PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD CLOSED ON FEBRUARY 1, 2024.

All comments submitted within the public comment period will be reviewed and considered. Final recommendations of the guidelines will be presented to the CCHE Board for adoption on March 20, 2024. Please be sure to check the CCHE website for meeting and agenda information. 

 

For more information on the Museum Grant Program call (916) 653-2812 or email mgpcoordinator@resources.ca.gov.

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