OpenFederal grant2027FCAHDOM02

NEA Arts and Artifacts Domestic Indemnity Program 2, FY2027 (6/27)

National Endowment for the ArtsCloses Jun 7, 2027(237 days left)$10,000 – $100,000

Does this fit your business?

This is a federal indemnity program from the National Endowment for the Arts that covers loss and damage to borrowed arts and artifacts during exhibitions at eligible venues. It is for museums, galleries, and other nonprofit or government exhibition venues, not for-profit businesses. If you run a small business, including a sole proprietorship or single-member LLC, do not apply; for-profits are not eligible.

Best for
Museums and galleries mounting exhibitions of borrowed arts and artifacts, 501(c)(3) nonprofits and government venues hosting such exhibitions, Colleges, universities, and independent school districts with exhibition programs, Federally recognized tribal governments with exhibition venues
Not for
For-profit businesses of any size, including sole proprietors and single-member LLCs, Retail, finance, and real estate businesses, Anyone seeking a cash grant rather than insurance coverage
Estimated fit by industry, best first
IndustryEstimated fit
Arts & CultureMatches your industry (arts)
82
Strong Match
Education & TrainingLimit: Nothing in this notice points to education & training
54
Possible Match
Environment & ConservationLimit: Nothing in this notice points to environment & conservation
54
Possible Match
Social Services & NonprofitLimit: Nothing in this notice points to social services & nonprofit
54
Possible Match
Agriculture & FarmingLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
0
Worth Exploring
Construction & InfrastructureLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
0
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Estimated fit by industry, best first
IndustryEstimated fit
Energy & Clean TechLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
0
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Finance & BankingLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
0
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Food & BeverageLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
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Healthcare & BiotechLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
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Housing & Real EstateLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
0
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ManufacturingLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
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Retail & E-CommerceLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
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Technology & SoftwareLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
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Transportation & LogisticsLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
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These are our matcher’s estimates for a typical business in each industry. A real match depends on your size, your state and what you need the money for — check your own fit.

What this funds

Money can be used for
Indemnity, Insurance coverage
Who can apply
State and local governments, Nonprofits, Colleges and universities, Tribal governments and organizations
Award range
$10,000 – $100,000

Questions about this grant

When is the application deadline?
June 7, 2027.
How much funding can an applicant receive?
The program provides indemnity coverage, not a cash award, so there is no funding an applicant receives. The notice lists award amounts ranging from $10,000 to $100,000, but the tagged summary states there is no cash award.
Who can apply for this grant?
Special district governments, 501(c)(3) nonprofits other than institutions of higher education, public and private institutions of higher education, independent school districts, federally recognized tribal governments, and state, county, and city or township governments. For-profit businesses, including small businesses, may not apply.
Can a sole proprietor or single-member LLC apply?
No. Only governments, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, higher education institutions, independent school districts, and federally recognized tribes may apply. A for-profit business, including a sole proprietorship or single-member LLC, is not eligible.
Can a nonprofit apply?
Yes. Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, are eligible applicants.

Summary

NEA program providing domestic indemnity coverage for exhibitions of arts and artifacts held at eligible institutions such as museums, galleries, and other nonprofit or government venues. Covers loss and damage to borrowed objects during exhibition; no cash award.

About this grant

See the application guidelines and instructions at arts.gov for more information.

Who can apply

Our reading of the listing: for-profit businesses are not eligible for this one.

The listing does not include detailed eligibility text. Check the official listing before you apply.

Topics and uses of funds

Topics

  • Arts

Program contact

National Endowment for the Artsapply@arts.gov202-682-5504

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