Native American Library Services Enhancement Grants (2026)
Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS)
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Deadline
April 10, 2026
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state
Overview
Native American Library Services Enhancement Grants (2026)
The Native American Library Services Enhancement Grants program (NAE) assists eligible Native Communities in sustaining and improving library services with their communities.
Details
- Agency: Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS)
- Administrator: Direct federal
- Instrument: Competitive/Discretionary Grant
- Status: Active: Accepting applications
Eligible Uses
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).
How to Apply
Application Deadline: 2026-04-10
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