EMKP Digitization Grant 2026

The Endangered Material Knowledge Programme (EMKP) is now accepting applications for its Digitization Grant 2026. This grant aims to support individuals and institutions in converting fragile, legacy archives into durable digital formats, preserving endangered cultural, historical, and material knowledge.

📖 About the EMKP Digitization Grant

The Digitization Grant is designed to protect and preserve valuable archives that are at risk of being lost. It provides funding and resources to ensure these materials are digitized and made accessible for future generations.

🎁 Benefits of the EMKP Digitization Grant

• Funding: Up to £20,000
• Duration: Up to 12 months
  • Required outputs include:
    • A digitization plan
    • Consent documentation
    • A long-term preservation strategy
    • Upload of digital materials to EMKP’s open-access repository

🌟 Eligibility Criteria

The Digitization Grant is open worldwide to:

• Individuals
• Communities
• Universities, museums, or research institutions
• Original creators or collectors (with a host institution)

📝 Application Process

1. Identify the At-Risk Collection

• Describe the materials, their significance, their condition, and why they are endangered.

2. Form a Host Institution Partnership

• Most applicants must collaborate with an institution to ensure oversight, financial management, and responsible handling.

3. Prepare a Digitization Plan

Include details such as:

• Digitization methods
• Equipment and file formats
• Metadata standards
• Rights and consent steps
• Long-term storage plans

4. Submit the Application

• Provide a full proposal, budget, timeline, risk assessment, and letters of support.

5. If Funded, Complete the Digitization

• Projects must:
  • Follow EMKP standards
  • Generate high-quality digital files
  • Preserve originals
  • Store copies locally when possible
  • Deposit materials in EMKP’s repository

6. Deliver Final Outputs

• Submit all digitized files, metadata, consent documents, and a final project report.

📅 Application Deadline

19 January 2026

🌐 Application Portal

• View details of the EMKP Digitization Grant
• Apply for the grant via the EMKP Application Portal

This grant is an excellent opportunity to preserve endangered knowledge and contribute to cultural heritage conservation. Don't miss the chance to make a lasting impact!

• Funding: Up to £20,000
• Duration: Up to 12 months