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/2007/121307.shtm.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 13, 2007
IMLS Press Contacts
202-653-4632
Jeannine Mjoseth, [log in to unmask]
Mamie Bittner, [log in to unmask]
IMLS Calls for 2008 Native American Library Basic Grant, Basic Grant
with Education/Assessment Option, and Enhancement Grant Applications
Application Deadlines:
Basic Grants: March 3, 2008
Enhancement Grants: May 1, 2008
WASHINGTON, DC-The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) is
accepting applications for the 2008 Native American Library Services
Basic Grants and Enhancement Grants. Native American Library Services
Basic Grants are available to support existing library operations and to
maintain core library services. Applicants may choose to apply for the
Education/Assessment Option in conjunction with the Basic Grant. This
option provides funding for staff participation in library-related
continuing education courses, training workshops, and conferences; and
for the hiring of a consultant for an onsite professional library
assessment. Enhancement Grants may enhance existing library services or
implement new library services, particularly as they relate to the goals
of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).
The grants are designed to help Native American libraries overcome many
of the challenges they face and improve services to their communities.
The Institute encourages libraries to use technology to bring
information to people in new and interesting ways. At the same time,
these grants support a range of traditional library services to ensure
that users have access to all the kinds of information they need and
want. Grant funds may be used to improve services to underserved
communities and to persons who have difficulty using a library. They may
also be used to establish or enhance electronic linkages with other
libraries and service organizations, to promote the use of electronic
networks, and to encourage the sharing of resources within and among
communities. In 2007, IMLS made Basic Grants to 237 American Indian
tribes and Alaska Native villages. In addition, the Institute received
55 applications for competitive Enhancement Grants and made 14 awards.
Applicants must apply online through Grants.gov. More information,
including guidelines and the application, can be found at
www.imls.gov/applicants/grants/nativeAmerican.shtm and
www.imls.gov/applicants/grants/nativeEnhance.shtm.
Basic Grant and Basic Grant with Education/Assessment Option awards will
be announced in June 2008. Enhancement Grants will be announced in
September 2008.
IMLS has also scheduled two audio-conference calls to give prospective
applicants an opportunity to ask the IMLS staff questions pertaining to
Native American Library Basic Grant and Enhancement Grant applications.
The phone calls are scheduled:
Topic: Basic Grants
Date of Call: Monday, January 28
Time of Call: 2 PM Eastern Time
Participant Dial-In Number: 1-800-603-9527 Conference ID# 27475281
Topic: Enhancement Grants
Date of Call: Monday, February 11
Time of Call: 2 PM Eastern Time
Participant Dial-In Number: 1-800-603-9527 Conference ID# 27476560
For more information, contact Alison Freese, Senior Program Officer at
202/653-4665 or [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 www.imls.gov.
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