Project Grant NG0119002319

The Jane Stern Community Library received a $100,000 Project Grant award from the Institute of Museum and Library Services on November 1, 2021 to implement the Closing Gaps program through October 31, 2022. The program aims to increase the capacity of library personnel and services in technological realms to better serve communities in Puerto Rico under changing needs. Funding supports improving three areas - personnel, technological platforms, and inclusion. A library services professional...

The Maine State Library will use $2.3 million 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 2023 through 2027. Key goals include ensuring all Maine residents have equitable access to high-quality information resources through statewide library programs and resource sharing. The funding will also support continuing education and professional development for Maine's library workforce to advance...

The New York State Library will use $12.9 million in funding from 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 2023 through 2027. The plan's goals reflect the purposes and priorities of the Library Services and Technology Act and include championing lifelong learning, demonstrating excellence in public services through library systems and libraries, strengthening community engagement...

The Maine State Library will use $2.29 million in funding under the Institute of Museum and Library Services' Grants to States program (CFDA 45.310) to support digital inclusion and library services through April 2023. Specifically, the library will continue efforts under its 2018-2022 strategic plan to expand equitable access to resources statewide and improve services for individuals with disabilities. It will also provide continuing education and professional development for library staff....

The Puerto Rico Department of Education will use a $2,654,493.94 Formula Grant award from the Institute of Museum and Library Services' Grants to States program (CFDA 45.310) to support virtual library services, programs, and training. Services will include providing all Puerto Rico residents access to virtual library resources to support academic performance, lifelong learning, workforce development, and digital literacy skills. Library programs and services will be delivered to diverse...

The Hawaii Office of the State Librarian received a $3,500,162.13 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 funding will be used to enhance the Hawaii State Public Library System's technological infrastructure, expand 24/7 virtual collections, promote lifelong learning, develop innovative services, and provide continuing education for library staff. Key objectives include...

The Hawaii State Public Library System was awarded a $2,089,224.24 Formula Grant 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, which align with the purposes of the Library Services and Technology Act, include developing a robust technological infrastructure, providing 24/7 access to virtual collections, promoting lifelong learning, supporting innovative service and program...

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 Public Library Association (PLA) received a $249,963 Project Grant award from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) under the National Leadership Grants (CFDA 45.312) program. The two-year project will train public library staff from California, Georgia, and Massachusetts on best practices for collaborating with culturally diverse community members and using co-design principles to improve library services for underserved Spanish-speaking communities. Key activities include...

The Maine State Library will use a $3.56 million Formula Grant award 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 reflect the purposes and priorities of the Library Services and Technology Act and include expanding library resource sharing and services for all Maine citizens, improving the Maine library workforce through continuing education and professional development...