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Native American Library Services Basic Grant (2027)
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Institute of Museum and Library Services is funding arts & humanities projects through this opportunity, which is open to eligible applicants, with applications due Nov 13, 2026. It provides awards up to $6K–$10K.
View & apply on Grants.gov Deadline
Nov 13, 2026
Award amount
Up to $6K–$10K
Expected awards
170
Posted
Sep 1, 2026
Opportunity number
NAG-BASIC-FY27
CFDA
45.311
Opportunity description
The Native American Basic Grants (NAB) program assists eligible Native Communities in establishing, sustaining, and improving library services and operations 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 NAB program supports Native Communities across the country to address their individual information needs and priorities.
Who can apply
- Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Funding
Award floor
$6K
Award ceiling
$10K
Agency contact
Institute of Museum and Library Services
imls-librarygrants@imls.gov imls-librarygrants@imls.gov
imls-librarygrants@imls.govSubmitting your application
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