The North Dakota State Library received a $981,710.61 Formula Grant award from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) Grants to States program (CFDA 45.310) to support the goals of their five-year plan for FY 2023-2027. The funding will be used to: 1) Enhance access to information by providing libraries, citizens, government agencies, and other partners with access to materials, electronic resources, and professional staff to meet the informational needs of all North Dakotans; 2)...
The South Dakota State Library will receive $2.04 million under the Grants to States Formula Grant program from the Institute of Museum and Library Services to support its five-year plan for fiscal years 2023 through 2027. The plan focuses on strengthening institutional capacity, improving access to information resources, promoting lifelong learning, and developing statewide partnerships. Specific initiatives will bolster the ability of local libraries to meet community needs through resources...
The South Dakota State Library will use $1.77 million in formula grant 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 that align with the purposes of the Library Services and Technology Act. Services include professional development for librarians related to LSTA priorities; resources and expertise for local libraries; specialized collections; and facilitating resource sharing, services for...
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 Alaska State Library will use $1,939,624.24 in Formula Grant funding from the Institute of Museum and Library Services' (IMLS) Grants to States program (CFDA 45.310) to support its Five-Year Plan for fiscal years 2023 through 2027. The Plan's goals, which align with the purposes of the Library Services and Technology Act, include providing lifelong learning opportunities and access to content and materials in various formats to all Alaskans, as well as exploring libraries' evolving roles...
The State Library of North Carolina received a $7.2 million Formula Grant award 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 fiscal years 2018 through 2022. The plan focuses on strengthening library capacity, expanding access to resources, and increasing community engagement. Funds will be used to achieve these goals and reflect the purposes of the Library Services and Technology Act. Sub-awards were...
The Montana State Library will use a $2.16 million Formula Grant award from the Institute of Museum and Library Services to support its five-year plan for fiscal years 2023 through 2027. The plan's goals align with the purposes of the Library Services and Technology Act Grants to States program (CFDA 45.310) by providing all Montanans with access to library content, services, and information to achieve personal, educational, and professional growth. It also aims to ensure access to technology...
This $4,549,772.25 federal Project Grant award from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) under the State Digital Equity Planning and Capacity Grant Program (CFDA 11.032) will enable the State of North Dakota to implement its Digital Equity Plan. Key activities include: 1) Developing a digital inclusion web tool to consolidate available digital equity programs and resources; 2) Collecting feedback and applying guidance to better serve covered populations such as...
The Montana State Library will use $1.878 million in 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's goals align with the purposes of the Library Services and Technology Act and include encouraging collaborative efforts among libraries, establishing a cohesive identity for Montana libraries, designing services that address community needs, expanding internet access statewide, and...
The New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs' State Library division received a $1,362,104.55 Formula Grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) Grants to States program (CFDA 45.310). The grant will be used from October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2026 to support the State Library's five-year plan for FY 2023-2027. Key objectives include: Expanding services and access to information, educational resources, and digital literacy training for individuals of all ages across New...