The following is a text-only press release from the federal Institute of
Museum and Library Services (IMLS). An HTML version of this release can
be read on the agency's Web site at
http://www.imls.gov/news/2007/112807.shtm.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 28, 2007

IMLS Press Contacts
202-653-4632
Jeannine Mjoseth, [log in to unmask]
Mamie Bittner, [log in to unmask]

IMLS Calls for 2008 National Leadership Grant Applications

Deadline: February 1, 2008

WASHINGTON, DC--The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) is
accepting grant applications for the agency's 2008 National Leadership
Grant (NLG) program. The deadline for submitting applications is
February 1, 2008. 

Now in their 10th year, National Leadership Grants have supported the
innovative thinking necessary to help libraries and museums meet the
changing needs of the American public. 

This year's guidelines encourage projects that create partnerships
between libraries and museums, integrate new technologies, and highlight
the agency's focus on conservation and preservation.

The five funding categories include Advancing Digital Resources, Library
and Museum Collaboration, Collaboration Planning Grants, Research
Projects and Demonstration Projects.

Requests may range between $50,000 and $1,000,000. In addition,
collaborative planning grants of $40,000 are available for projects
involving more than one institution.

IMLS offers applicants an online tutorial at
http://www.imls.gov/project_planning for developing a project plan for a
NLG application. IMLS has also scheduled two audio-conference calls to
give prospective applicants an opportunity to ask the IMLS staff
questions pertaining to National Leadership Grants. 

Date: Wednesday, December 12
Time: 4:00 PM EST
Participant Dial-In Number: 800-603-9527 Conference ID: 25777385

Date: Thursday, January 10
Time: 2:00 PM EST
Participant Dial-In Number: 800-603-9527 Conference ID: 25778593

Applications, guidelines, and examples of successful proposals can be
found on the agency's Web site. All applications must be submitted
electronically through Grants.gov. Instructions for completing and
submitting applications through Grants.gov are in the guidelines and on
the IMLS Web site.

Awards will be announced in September 2008.

Applicants are encouraged to contact the program officers listed below
with their questions.

Program Contacts for Libraries:
Rachel Frick, Senior Program Officer
(Advancing Digital Resources, Research, Demonstration, Collaborative
Planning Grants)
Phone: 202/653-4667
E-mail: [log in to unmask]

Susan Malbin, Senior Program Officer
(Library and Museum Collaboration Grants, Research, Demonstration,
Collaborative Planning Grants)
Phone: 202/653-4768
E-mail: [log in to unmask]

Mary Allen, Program Specialist
(Advancing Digital Resources, Research, Demonstration, Collaborative
Planning Grants)
Phone: 202/653-4687
E-mail: [log in to unmask]

Janet M. Ciciarelli, Program Specialist
(Library and Museum Collaboration Grants, Research, Demonstration,
Collaborative Planning Grants)
Phone: 202/653-4798
E-mail: [log in to unmask]

Program Contacts for Museums: 
Dan Lukash, Senior Program Officer
Phone: 202/653-4644
E-mail: [log in to unmask]

Jennifer Headley, Program Specialist
Phone: 202/653-4702
E-mail: [log in to unmask]

About the Institute of Museum and Library Services 
The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of
federal support for the nation's 122,000 libraries and 17,500 museums.
The Institute's mission is to create strong libraries and museums that
connect people to information and ideas. The Institute works at the
national level and in coordination with state and local organizations to
sustain heritage, culture, and knowledge; enhance learning and
innovation; and support professional development. To learn more about
the Institute, please visit http://www.imls.gov. 

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