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The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) is an independent federal agency that supports libraries, archives and museums in all 50 states and U.S. territories.
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#### Find Funding
Explore funding opportunities for your library, museum, or related organization. Whether you’re seeking grants for innovative projects or operational support, we connect you with funding opportunities that match your needs.
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#### Manage Your Grant
Simplify and streamline your grant management process with expert advice and user-friendly tools. From application to implementation, we provide guidance to help ensure your project’s success.
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#### Communities & impact
See the difference your organization can make in your community. At IMLS, we help you amplify your impact, ensuring your initiatives are effective and far-reaching for everyone.
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March 20, 2025
##### [Keith E. Sonderling Sworn In as Acting Director of Institute of Museum and Library Services](/news/keith-e-sonderling-sworn-acting-director-institute-museum-and-library-services)
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January 27, 2025
##### [IMLS Launches the First Ever National Museum Survey](/news/imls-launches-first-ever-national-museum-survey)
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November 22, 2024
##### [IMLS Honors 2024 National Student Poets](/news/imls-honors-2024-national-student-poets)
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October 07, 2024
##### [Cultivating Communities Through Arts and Culture](/news/cultivating-communities-through-arts-and-culture)
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September 26, 2024
##### [Five Teens Selected for the Country's Most Prestigious Youth Poetry Honor](/news/five-teens-selected-countrys-most-prestigious-youth-poetry-honor-2024)
### Explore Your State
Explore the many state-specific funding opportunities awarded to organizations in your local area and nationwide. Use our interactive tool to access more detailed information on those grants and the projects they support.
[Explore our Interactive Map](/map)
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* [Manage Your Award](https://imls.gov/manage-your-grant/guidance-for-awardees)
* [Find Funding](https://imls.gov/find-funding/funding-opportunites)