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THIS GRANT’S FOCUS: Library Improvement/Support, Native/Tribal Community, Native/Tribal Youth, Education, Culture
Deadline: Apr. 10, 2026
“The Native American Library Services Enhancement Grants program (NAE) is designed to assist eligible Native Communities in sustaining and improving library services with their communities. As information needs change, Tribal libraries must be able to serve as knowledge and resource centers to benefit their users and the wellness of their communities. The NAE program supports Native Communities across the country to address their individual information needs and priorities. NAE projects may involve, but are not limited to, activities such as:
- educational programming for all ages;
- oral history collection and documentation;
- digital media and technology enhancements;
- institutional planning and policy development;
- professional training, internships, and mentorships;
- supporting and engaging with cultural practitioners and scholars;
- research and development of language and cultural material and tools;
- digitization and digital preservation, and
- furnishing of library spaces for staff and public, within existing constructed spaces (please note that IMLS funds are not allowed for construction).
Program Goal: Develop, enhance, or disseminate practices, programs, models, tools, or library staff training to strengthen library and archival services for Native American Tribes through the following objectives:
- Serve the learning needs and interests of the community.
- Improve community well-being.
- Provide access to and preservation of information and collections.
- Provide services to affected communities in the event of an emergency or disaster.”
Funder: Institute of Museum and Library Services
Eligibility: “Your Native Community must be Federally recognized and offer library and/or archival services to the community. Native American tribal governments.”
Amount: $50,000 – $150,000
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