The National Fund for Acquisitions (NFA) helps museums, galleries, libraries and archives throughout Scotland to make acquisitions for their collections. National Museums Scotland manages the Fund on behalf of the Scottish Government.

About the Fund

Grant applications are processed in consultation with our specialist staff, the National Galleries of Scotland and the National Library of Scotland. We work together to promote the Fund, its activity and benefits to users of Scotland’s collections.

In 2023-24 the Fund made 52 payments with a total value of £209,330, enabling 29 collections across Scotland to make acquisitions worth over £530,000.

Application materials

You can apply to the NFA for assistance with a purchase if you meet the Fund guidelines. Before applying, we first recommend that you read the Guidance for Applicants.

If you are interested in applying, please contact us.

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