June 12, 2012

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

IMLS Press Contacts
202-653-4630
Mamie Bittner, mbittner@imls.gov

Washington, DC—The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) announced today 235 grants serving 242 tribes and  totaling $1,666,000 for the Native American Library Services Basic Grant and Basic Grant with Education/Assessment Option Program.

"This funding helps American Indian tribes and Alaska Native villages maintain their core library services," said IMLS Director Susan Hildreth. "This work is essential to ensuring the educational and cultural preservation of tribal communities."

Click here to view the list of funded projects.

Click here for more information about this funding opportunity including program guidelines and contacts.

Use the IMLS grants search tool to view our archive of grants awarded by the Institute. Search grants by grant name, institution, or program.

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Programs
Native American Library Services