Museums Essex runs a Small Grants Scheme, supporting members to connect with audiences, effectively manage collections and improve organisational health. Since the scheme started in 2013 Museums Essex has awarded 72 grants, totalling more than £33,000 to more than 40 museums.
Round 13 IS NOW CLOSED
The fourteenth round of grants will open in June 2026.
Eligibility
To be eligible for a Museums Essex Small Grant the organisation must be:
- a not-for-profit member of Museums Essex
- located within the historic county of Essex
- an organisation with publicly accessible collections.
Terms and conditions
- All objects requiring conservation or restoration must be owned by the applicant museum, gallery or heritage organisation.
- Applicants may be asked for a copy of their governing document to verify their not-for-profit status.
- Organisations that have applied for a grant before, whether successful or not, are eligible to apply, subject to having completed the required grant report where money has been previously awarded by Museums Essex.
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