"The Institute of #Museum and #Library Services is now accepting applications for its 2026 #grant cycle. But this time, it has unusually specific criteria."
"In cover letters accompanying the applications, the institute said it “particularly welcomes” projects that align with President Donald Trump’s vision for America."
Another blow to #American #democracy! The historically troubling descriptor "glorious leader" is implied.
Grant Guidelines for Libraries and Museums Take “Chilling” Political Turn Under Trump
Former Institute of Museum and Library Services leaders from both political parties expressed concern that the new funding guidelines could encourage a more constrained or distorted view of American history.
ProPublica (www.propublica.org)