Project Grant 1138107002

The National Endowment for the Humanities awarded Blue Star Families Inc. $972,500 on March 1, 2026, under the Promotion of the Humanities Public Programs (CFDA 45.164) to expand the START Family Reading Program through three new thematic book series aligned with America's 250th anniversary. The START program supports community-building and lasting connections for military families across the United States using carefully selected literature and picture books designed to spark dialogue and...

The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) awarded a $572,807 Museums for America (CFDA 45.301) project grant to Kidsplay Children's Museum, Inc. to launch the "HUB@KIDSPLAY" initiative. This 3-year project will establish a physical space within the museum and a corresponding program aimed at fostering collaboration among community stakeholders to better prepare children aged 0-8 to thrive. Key activities include hiring a full-time hub manager to coordinate programming and...

The Institute of Museum and Library Services awarded the National Veterans Memorial & Museum Operating Corp $1,272,624 on September 1, 2026, under the Museums for America program (CFDA 45.301) to expand its Veterans Day flag tradition into a scalable civic learning initiative called the Stars & Stripes for Service Initiative. The project delivers program kits to participating K-12 schools in Central Ohio containing American flags, installation materials, educator guides, veteran...

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration Shared Services Center awarded the National Childrens Museum $1.2 million on July 21, 2026, under the Congressionally Directed Programs grant program (CFDA 43.014). The award funds the development of engaging interactive exhibits and program experiences that promote early science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education and foster children's curiosity, confidence, and preparation for innovation and environmental stewardship....

The Institute of Museum and Library Services awarded Explora Science Center & Children's Museum of Albuquerque $1,097,592 on September 1, 2026, under the Museums for America program (CFDA 45.301) to design and implement STEAM learning programs for military-connected youth and families in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Explora will partner with Albuquerque Public Schools, the Kirtland Partnership Committee on Kirtland Air Force Base, the Children's Promise Center, and the Rio Grande Educational...

The Brooklyn Children's Museum Corporation will expand its Museum-on-the-Go program and extend its reach to K-3 educators and students under a $503,390 Project Grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services' Museums for America program. The Museum-on-the-Go initiative provides collections-based learning experiences using a "field trip in a box" concept. Through this funding, the Museum will incorporate new elements into the existing pre-K program and create 24 new case studies...

The Institute of Museum and Library Services awarded Habitot Children's Museum a $131,000 Project Grant under the National Leadership Grants program (CFDA 45.312) to develop a mobile outreach program. The museum will purchase a vehicle, create hands-on art and STEM curriculum, and provide training to facilitators. They will then present 20 free community events in diverse neighborhoods targeting 2,500 individuals, using data to engage families most impacted by COVID-19 isolation. The museum will...

The Hands On Children's Museum received a $379,404 Project Grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the Museums for America (CFDA 45.301) program. The grant will enable the museum to partner with local low-income and rural schools, youth organizations, and tribes to expand its maker programs for young children by bringing tailored programming to off-site community-based locations. Key activities include hiring a community engagement manager, developing curriculum and staff...

The Institute of Museum and Library Services awarded the Intrepid Museum Foundation $1.511 million on September 1, 2026, under the National Leadership Grants program (CFDA 45.312) to create a workforce training program preparing youth for aerospace industry careers. The Intrepid Sea-Air Space Museum will design and deliver hands-on aerospace career training activities and mentorship with current industry workers for participating youth, aligned with certification pathways and industry...

The Institute of Museum and Library Services awarded the DuPage Children's Museum $1,225,122 on September 1, 2026, under the Museums for America program (CFDA 45.301) to strengthen its experiential learning environment through phased revitalization of exhibit components. The museum will develop, design, fabricate, and install new exhibit components and multilingual signage across 8,000 square feet of first-floor gallery space, focusing on thematic areas centered on creativity and energy. The...