Grant News
The Association of Independent Museums (AIM) has announced a new grant programme called "Museum Fundamentals" for 2025. This funding opportunity will provide grants for core museum activities, including collections care and conservation projects. Grants of up to £20,000 available.
This grants programme is made possible through support from the Julia Rausing Foundation, alongside existing funding from the Pilgrim Trust.
Small to medium-sized museums with an annual footfall of 50,000 visitors or less are eligible to apply. The grant aims to support AIM members in carrying out essential museum functions such as researching, interpreting, and displaying their collections. This funding will help museums better understand their collections and enhance their ability to connect with visitors through storytelling and object preservation.
The closing date for submitting an Expression of Interest form is 5pm on 7 August 2026. Applicants successful at this stage will have until 5pm 25 September 2026 to submit a full application.
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