Native American Library Services Basic Grant (2025)
ID: 356955Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS)

Award Range

$6K - $10K

Eligible Applicants

Federally Recognized Native American Tribal Governments

Funding Category

Humanities

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/356955

Additional Information

https://www.imls.gov/grants/available/native-american-library-services-basic-grants
Timeline
    Description

    The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) is offering the Native American Library Services Basic Grant for the year 2025, aimed at enhancing library services for Federally recognized Native American Tribal Governments. This grant program seeks to support up to 170 projects, providing funding between $6,000 and $10,000 each, with a total estimated funding pool of $1,700,000. The initiative is designed to empower Tribal libraries to address community needs in areas such as education, workforce development, health, and cultural preservation, thereby improving access to information and fostering community engagement. Applications are due by February 4, 2025, and interested applicants can find more information and guidelines at the IMLS website or contact Jennifer Himmelreich at jhimmelreich@imls.gov for further assistance.

    Point(s) of Contact
    imls-librarygrants@imls.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    fy25-ols-nab-NOFO.pdf
    The FY 2025 Notice of Funding Opportunity outlines the Native American Basic Grants program, administered by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), for Federally recognized Tribes to enhance library services. Applications are due by February 4, 2025. The program aims to support up to 170 projects, offering funding between $6,000 and $10,000 each, with a total expected grant allocation of $1,700,000. Eligible applicants must provide library or archival services and may collaborate with other entities as long as the Tribe is the lead applicant. The proposal must not include cost sharing, and applications must adhere to strict guidelines outlined in this notice. The program supports activities that improve access to information and address community needs in areas such as education, workforce development, health, and cultural preservation. Award decisions will be notified by June 2025, with projects commencing on August 1, 2025, and concluding on July 31, 2026. Applicants must ensure compliance with various federal regulations and guidelines to successfully manage the awarded funds. This grant opportunity reflects the federal commitment to empowering Tribal libraries, enhancing resource accessibility, and fostering community engagement.
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