The State Library of Louisiana will use $3.9 million in funding from the Institute of Museum and Library Services' Grants to States program (CFDA 45.310) to support its five-year plan for fiscal years 2018 through 2022. The plan's goals reflect the purposes and priorities of the Library Services and Technology Act and include developing a competent, literate citizenry through increased educational opportunities and lifelong reading; encouraging digital and information literacy to decrease the...
The State Library of Louisiana has been awarded a $6,178,263.63 Formula Grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) under the Grants to States program (CFDA 45.310) to support its five-year plan for FY 2023-2027. The grant will be used to enhance access to information resources, improve library services to meet 21st-century needs, and promote community engagement through collective impact initiatives. Key efforts include developing educational materials, offering workforce...
The State Library of Louisiana received a $3,012,150 formula grant award from the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the Grants to States program (CFDA 45.310) to help communities respond to the pandemic and related economic needs through equitable digital inclusion and library services. The funding will support expanding computer and internet access, digital programming and resources, Wi-Fi access, and children's technology at 24 sub-awardee libraries across Louisiana. Services...
The Library of Virginia will use $6,161,460.61 in Formula Grant funding from the Institute of Museum and Library Services' Grants to States program to support its five-year plan for fiscal years 2018 through 2022. The plan reflects the purposes and priorities of the Library Services and Technology Act and includes three specific state goals: 1) fostering the development of neighborhood/community libraries as lifelong learning and civic engagement centers; 2) facilitating access to information...
The Arkansas State Library will receive $3.28 million under the Grants to States Formula Grant program administered by the Institute of Museum and Library Services to support its five-year plan for fiscal years 2023 through 2027. The library's plan focuses on enhancing access to lifelong learning resources through digitization and collection maintenance; providing training and professional development for library staff; offering programs to serve diverse community needs; and improving...
The Mississippi Library Commission will use $2,890,704.55 in Formula Grant funds awarded on October 1, 2021 by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the Grants to States program (CFDA 45.310) to support goals outlined in its five-year plan for fiscal years 2018 through 2022. The plan's objectives, which align with the purposes of the Library Services and Technology Act, include enhancing the technological environment of Mississippi libraries, supporting and enhancing the library...
The New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs - New Mexico State Library will use $2.458 million in formula grant funding awarded on April 8, 2021 under the Grants to States program (CFDA 45.310) of the Institute of Museum and Library Services to expand library services and support digital inclusion efforts through June 30, 2023. Specifically, the State Library will build upon goals in its five-year plan to increase access to educational resources and digital literacy skills for all ages in...
The Mississippi Library Commission received a $4,776,119.69 Formula Grant award from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) Grants to States program (CFDA 45.310) to support its five-year plan for FY 2023-2027. The key products and services to be delivered through this award include: Enhancing the technological environment of Mississippi libraries through technology support and services, partnerships, and E-rate guidance and support. Supporting and enhancing the library workforce...
The Mississippi Library Commission will use $3.1 million in funding from the Institute of Museum and Library Services' Grants to States program (CFDA 45.310) to support goals outlined in its five-year plan for fiscal years 2023 through 2027. The goals aim to enhance the technological environment of Mississippi libraries through technology support and services, partnerships, and E-Rate guidance and support. They also seek to strengthen libraries by sharing resources through reading programs and...
The Wyoming State Library will use $2.1 million in Formula Grant funding awarded on April 8, 2021 from the Institute of Museum and Library Services' Grants to States program (CFDA 45.310) to support digital inclusion, equitable library services, and the goals of its 2018-2022 strategic plan. Specifically, the State Library will ensure all state residents can access information resources to support personal, educational and professional growth. It will also facilitate resource sharing and provide...