OMA Webinar | The Federal Grant Landscape: What Museums Need to Know

Thinking about applying for a grant from a federal agency like the Institute of Museum and Library  Services (IMLS), but not sure whether your museum or project is eligible? Wondering how the  application and review process has changed in recent years? 

The federal grant landscape looks a little different these days—and staying informed is more  important than ever. 

Join Mark Isaksen from the Institute of Museum and Library Services as he demystifies the  federal grant process and shares what museums need to know to put their strongest applications  forward. Mark will discuss recent changes to the application process, walk through this year’s Notice  of Funding Opportunities, and share insight into how to position your projects for the best possible  outcome. 

Then, our friends from Ohio Humanities Alliance will provide updates from the federal and state  humanities sector, including the latest information on funding, grants, and what may be coming next. 

Bring your questions! We’ve scheduled 90 minutes for this webinar so we have plenty of time to  cover the topics that are on your mind and address your questions. 

This webinar will NOT be recorded. If you want the latest information, hear directly from our  presenters, and have your questions answered, be sure to join us live! 

About our speakers:  

Mark Isaksen is a Supervisory Grants Management Specialist at the Institute of Museum and Library  Services 

Rebecca Asmo is the Executive Director of the Ohio Humanities Alliance 

David Merkowitz is the Director of Grants, Programs, and Operations at the Ohio Humanities Alliance 

When: Monday, September 28, 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. ET (9:00am - 10:30am CT)

Where: Online – complete webinar login details will be sent to participants after registering Cost: $15 – OMA Members; $20 Non-members 

TAM Members: Use code TAMMEMBER at checkout to receive the OMA member rate. Please contact Johnna McEntee  at oma@ohiohistory.org or 614.361.5613 if you do not see the $15 member rate after using the code, or run into any  issues when registering. 

Register: Click here to register 

Registration deadline: September 25, 2026