The osage nation will enhance library resources at osage nation's daposka ahnkodapi elementary school

Federal Grant Award Summary

The Osage Nation received a $123,883 Project Grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) under the Native American and Native Hawaiian Library Services program (CFDA 45.311), awarded October 1, 2025, with completion targeted for September 30, 2026. The grant funds comprehensive library resource enhancement at Daposka Ahnkodapi Elementary School in Pawhuska, Oklahoma, including acquisition of new books, educational materials, digital resources, and culturally relevant collections designed to support literacy development and academic achievement for Osage Nation students.

In addition to materials acquisition, the grant supports educational programming development, oral history collection and documentation, and digital media and technology infrastructure improvements within the school library. These integrated activities aim to create a culturally resonant learning environment that strengthens students' literacy engagement, cultural pride, and sense of belonging while advancing educational outcomes across the Osage Nation's elementary population.

Project funds will provide an infusion of new books and educational materials to augment students' opportunities for literacy development, cultural exploration, and academic support. With a carefully selected collection of books, digital resources, and culturally relevant materials, the project will create a library that resonates with the backgrounds and experiences of osage nation children. Additional project activities will include developing educational programming, collecting oral histories, and improving digital media and technology within the library. As a result, the library anticipates a deeper sense of pride, belonging, and interest in literacy among osage students.