The bad river band of lake superior tribe of chippewa indians will address educational and communal needs through youth and adult reading and writing clubs as well as family cultural activities

The Bad River Band of Lake Superior Tribe of Chippewa Indians received a $118,545 Project Grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) under the Native American and Native Hawaiian Library Services program (CFDA 45.311), effective October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2027. The award supports the establishment and operation of youth and adult reading and writing clubs, a youth summer reading challenge, and family-centered cultural activities designed to address educational and communal needs within the Bad River community in New Odanah, Wisconsin.

The project delivers safe, family-focused programming centered on literacy and cultural engagement, with activities serving both youth and adults in the tribal community. Project leadership will employ community surveys, discussions, and direct observations to continuously evaluate and refine program components to enhance community responsiveness and impact. These services align with the Native American Library Services Enhancement Grant focus on improving educational programs and enhancing the preservation and revitalization of Native American cultures and languages.

The goal is to provide safe, family-centered events to members of the bad river community, centered on education. The project's book clubs and writing clubs will serve youth and adults, and the project will also feature a youth summer reading challenge. Through community surveys, discussions, and observations, project leads will evaluate and rework aspects of the project to better serve the community.