Washington, DCThe Institute of Museum and Library Services
(IMLS) today announced 243 grants totaling $4,055,022 through three
library programs aimed at supporting and improving services among
Native American and Native Hawaiian institutions.
"With these grants, the Institute of Museum and Library Services
is providing vital assistance to organizations that address the
learning and informational needs of Tribal communities in culturally-sensitive
ways," said IMLS Director Dr. Kathryn K. Matthew.
Native American Library Services Basic
grants support existing library operations and maintain core
library services. These noncompetitive grants are distributed in
equal amounts among eligible applicants. Grants of $1,672,000 will
be provided to 226 Indian tribes, Alaska native villages, regional
corporations, and village corporations.
Native American Library Services Enhancement
grants enhance existing library services or implement new
library services for Indian tribes. Enhancement Grants are only
awarded to applicants that have an active Native American Library
Services Basic Grant in the same fiscal year. IMLS is awarding $1,952,251
to 14 institutions through this grant program.
Native Hawaiian Library Services grants
are available to nonprofit organizations that primarily serve and
represent Native Hawaiians so they can enhance existing or implement
new library services. This year IMLS is awarding $430,751 to three
Native Hawaiian-serving organizations, including.
Detailed information on each of the grantees and their project
descriptions can be found on the IMLS website:
- Native American Library Services Basic grants
- Native American Library Services Enhancement grants
- Native Hawaiian Library Services grants
About the Institute of Museum and Library
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of federal support for the nation's 123,000 libraries (link is external)
and 35,000 museums. Our mission is to inspire libraries and museums
to advance innovation, lifelong learning, and cultural and civic
engagement. Our grant making, policy development, and research help
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IMLS Press Contact
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