Museum Grant Program

The California Natural Resources Agency will be accepting proposals for the California Museum Grant Program from April 8, 2024 to May 22, 2024, via the California Natural Resources Agency’s Project Tracking and Reporting system (RAPTR).

Proposal submission deadline is 5:00 p.m. on May 22, 2024.

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The Museum Grant Program has approximately 27.7 million available and may be awarded over multiple rounds depending on the competitive pool.

Funding shall be prioritized 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.