Opportunity Information: Apply for MFA FY17
Apply for MFA FY17
- The Institute of Museum and Library Services in the arts (see cultural affairs in cfda), humanities (see cultural affairs in cfda) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Museums for America" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 45.301.
- This funding opportunity was created on Sep 08, 2016.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Dec 01, 2016. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $500,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 126 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Opportunity Summary:
Museums for America (MFA) is a discretionary grant program run by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) that funds projects designed to strengthen how an individual museum serves its public. The core purpose is capacity building at the museum level, meaning the program is aimed at helping a museum improve its ability to deliver meaningful public benefit through stronger programs, better practices, and more effective organizational work. The opportunity sits within the broad funding activity areas of Arts and Humanities (often aligned with cultural affairs categories).
For the FY17 cycle referenced here (Funding Opportunity Number: MFA FY17), the funding instrument is a grant. The program anticipated making around 126 awards, with an award ceiling of up to $500,000 per grant. That ceiling indicates the maximum possible award size under this opportunity, although actual awards can vary depending on the scope of the proposed project and how it aligns with program priorities and review criteria.
Eligibility is listed generally as "Others," with the note that applicants must refer to the additional eligibility guidance in the full announcement. In practice, IMLS museum funding opportunities typically target museums and museum-like organizations that meet specific definitions or requirements, so applicants are expected to confirm they fit the program's eligibility rules before applying.
Key administrative details for this specific notice include a creation date of September 8, 2016, and an original application closing date of December 1, 2016. The associated CFDA number is 45.301, which is used to categorize and track federal assistance programs in the cultural and museum services space.
In plain terms, this grant opportunity is about helping museums build strength and effectiveness in serving their communities, with relatively substantial potential funding (up to $500,000) and a sizable number of expected awards, administered by IMLS under its museum and cultural support mission.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Museums for America (MFA) grant program?
Museums for America (MFA) is a discretionary grant program run by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). It funds projects designed to strengthen how an individual museum serves its public.
Who administers the MFA program?
The program is administered by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
What is the main purpose of this funding opportunity?
The core purpose is capacity building at the museum level. In other words, the program is aimed at helping a museum improve its ability to deliver meaningful public benefit through stronger programs, better practices, and more effective organizational work.
What kinds of projects does MFA support?
Based on the description provided, MFA supports projects that help a museum strengthen its effectiveness in serving its community, including efforts that result in stronger programs, improved practices, and more effective organizational work.
Is this opportunity focused on individual museums or partnerships?
The description emphasizes strengthening how an individual museum serves its public and frames the goal as capacity building at the museum level.
What broad funding activity area does this opportunity fall under?
This opportunity sits within the broad funding activity areas of Arts and Humanities, often aligned with cultural affairs categories.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for the FY17 cycle mentioned?
The referenced Funding Opportunity Number is MFA FY17.
What type of funding instrument is used for this opportunity?
For the FY17 cycle referenced, the funding instrument is a grant.
How many awards were anticipated for the FY17 cycle?
The program anticipated making around 126 awards for the FY17 cycle referenced.
What is the maximum award amount?
The award ceiling is up to $500,000 per grant.
Does the award ceiling mean every award will be $500,000?
No. The ceiling indicates the maximum possible award size under this opportunity. Actual awards can vary depending on the scope of the proposed project and how it aligns with program priorities and review criteria.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is listed generally as "Others," with a note that applicants must refer to additional eligibility guidance in the full announcement.
Do applicants need to confirm their eligibility somewhere?
Yes. Applicants are expected to confirm they fit the program's eligibility rules by reviewing the additional eligibility guidance in the full announcement.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The associated CFDA number is 45.301.
What does the CFDA number 45.301 represent in this context?
It is used to categorize and track federal assistance programs in the cultural and museum services space.
When was this notice created?
The creation date for this specific notice is September 8, 2016.
What was the original application closing date for this notice?
The original application closing date was December 1, 2016.
What is this grant trying to accomplish in plain terms?
In plain terms, the grant is about helping museums build strength and effectiveness in serving their communities, administered by IMLS under its museum and cultural support mission.
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| National Leadership Grants for Museums Apply for NLG MUSEUMS FY17 Funding Number: NLG MUSEUMS FY17 Agency: Institute of Museum and Library Services Category: Arts (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA), Humanities (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA) Funding Amount: $1,000,000 |
| Exploring American Values Apply for DOS LONDON PD 2017 02 Funding Number: DOS LONDON PD 2017 02 Agency: Department of State, U.S. Mission to the United Kingdom Category: Arts (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA), Humanities (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA) Funding Amount: $75,000 |
| National Leadership Grants for Libraries Apply for NLG LIBRARIES FY17 2 Funding Number: NLG LIBRARIES FY17 2 Agency: Institute of Museum and Library Services Category: Arts (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA), Humanities (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA) Funding Amount: $2,000,000 |
| Native American Library Services Basic Grants Program Apply for NAG BASIC FY17 Funding Number: NAG BASIC FY17 Agency: Institute of Museum and Library Services Category: Arts (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA), Humanities (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA) Funding Amount: $7,000 |
| Native American Library Services Enhancement Grants Program Apply for NAG ENHANCEMENT FY17 Funding Number: NAG ENHANCEMENT FY17 Agency: Institute of Museum and Library Services Category: Arts (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA), Humanities (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA) Funding Amount: $150,000 |
| Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program Apply for LB21 FY18 1 Funding Number: LB21 FY18 1 Agency: Institute of Museum and Library Services Category: Arts (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA), Humanities (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA) Funding Amount: $1,000,000 |
| National Leadership Grants for Libraries Apply for NLG LIBRARIES FY18 1 Funding Number: NLG LIBRARIES FY18 1 Agency: Institute of Museum and Library Services Category: Arts (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA), Humanities (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA) Funding Amount: $2,000,000 |
| Cultural Preservation and Demonstration Arts at Sitka National Historical Park â¿¿ Winter Workshops Project Apply for P17AS00740 Funding Number: P17AS00740 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Arts (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA), Humanities (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA) Funding Amount: $30,000 |
| Museums for America Apply for MFA FY18 Funding Number: MFA FY18 Agency: Institute of Museum and Library Services Category: Arts (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA), Humanities (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA) Funding Amount: $250,000 |
| National Leadership Grants for Museums Apply for NLG M FY18 Funding Number: NLG M FY18 Agency: Institute of Museum and Library Services Category: Arts (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA), Humanities (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA) Funding Amount: $1,000,000 |
| Native American/Native Hawaiian Museum Services Program Apply for NANH FY18 Funding Number: NANH FY18 Agency: Institute of Museum and Library Services Category: Arts (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA), Humanities (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA) Funding Amount: $75,000 |
| Museum Grants for African American History and Culture Apply for AAHC FY18 Funding Number: AAHC FY18 Agency: Institute of Museum and Library Services Category: Arts (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA), Humanities (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA) Funding Amount: $150,000 |
| Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program Apply for LB21 FY18 2 Funding Number: LB21 FY18 2 Agency: Institute of Museum and Library Services Category: Arts (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA), Humanities (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA) Funding Amount: $100,000 |
| National Leadership Grants for Libraries Apply for NLG LIBRARIES FY18 2 Funding Number: NLG LIBRARIES FY18 2 Agency: Institute of Museum and Library Services Category: Arts (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA), Humanities (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA) Funding Amount: $2,000,000 |
| Museums Empowered: Professional Development Opportunities for Museum Staff - A Museums for America Special Initiative Apply for ME FY18 Funding Number: ME FY18 Agency: Institute of Museum and Library Services Category: Arts (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA), Humanities (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA) Funding Amount: $250,000 |
| Native American Library Services Basic Grants Program Apply for NAG BASIC FY18 Funding Number: NAG BASIC FY18 Agency: Institute of Museum and Library Services Category: Arts (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA), Humanities (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA) Funding Amount: $10,000 |
| Native American Library Services Enhancement Grant Program Apply for NAG ENHANCEMENT FY18 Funding Number: NAG ENHANCEMENT FY18 Agency: Institute of Museum and Library Services Category: Arts (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA), Humanities (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA) Funding Amount: $150,000 |
| Native Hawaiian Library Services Grant Apply for NAG HAWAIIAN FY18 Funding Number: NAG HAWAIIAN FY18 Agency: Institute of Museum and Library Services Category: Arts (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA), Humanities (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA) Funding Amount: $150,000 |
| Activating Community Opportunities Using Museums/Libraries as Assets- A National Leadership Grants Special Initiative Apply for NLG SI CC FY18 Funding Number: NLG SI CC FY18 Agency: Institute of Museum and Library Services Category: Arts (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA), Humanities (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA) Funding Amount: $150,000 |
| National Leadership Grants for Libraries Apply for NLG LIBRARIES FY19 Funding Number: NLG LIBRARIES FY19 Agency: Institute of Museum and Library Services Category: Arts (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA), Humanities (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA) Funding Amount: $1,000,000 |
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