Institute of Museum and Library Services

The State Library of North Carolina announced over 2.5 million dollars in grant funding to local libraries. The funds were provided by IMLS through the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) and will support the critical work of libraries, including developing adult literacy programs, providing learning opportunities for health and wellness, creating welcoming spaces for neurodiverse individuals, and broadening access to materials through digitization and preservation. Congratulations to the recipients and their communities! Read the announcement ➡️https://lnkd.in/eYxhPTsD Learn more about LSTA ➡️https://lnkd.in/eggdzMuW #Libraries #IMLSgrant

How can #library professionals respond to change in the workplace? The Panhandle Library Access Network recently hosted a webinar with tips and tricks; check it out ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/eQyy-u_z

IMLS has awarded a Native American/Native Hawaiian Museum Services grant to Institute for Native Pacific Education and Culture (INPEACE) to advance their Kaulele Program, to support the preservation and perpetuation of Indigenous languages and traditional cultural practices. Program Manager Kaulana Eli said, "This funding will help Kaulele to conduct the work that it will take to ensure that the Hale Exhibit will be received by the community as a well and correctly informed experience that captures the firsthand knowledge, skills, and teachings of the cultural practitioners and experts of the multiple fields of work which aide in what it takes to build a traditional Hawaiian hale.” Read the announcement ➡️https://lnkd.in/ei5hWMyE Learn more about the grant program ➡️https://lnkd.in/e7gZKpSD #IMLSgrant

Libraries do their best work when they work with partners. American Library Association's National Impact of Library Public Programs Assessment explores how library workers respond to the needs of their users to understand best partnership practices and measurable indicators of impact. Partnering for Stronger Programming: A Toolkit for Libraries helps library workers determine long-term goals and ways to begin and sustain impactful partnerships. Check it out ➡️ https://lnkd.in/ertvwkN8 Learn about the #IMLSgrant that provided funding ➡️ https://lnkd.in/exqd-nKC

 Connected Learning Alliance at UC Irvine recently released two reports offering valuable insights and recommendations for public #libraries striving to foster teen engagement through connected learning approaches. The reports are the culmination of a three-year project funded by an IMLS. Read the reports ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eUYCVCtB Learn more about the #IMLSgrant ➡️ https://lnkd.in/exqd-nKC

📚 IMLS is excited to announce the 85 FY24 recipients of the National Leadership Grants for Libraries and the Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian programs, totaling $22,533,904 to support library and archival services across the country! These FY 2024 awards will empower our libraries to continue serving our communities with excellence. 🎉 #IMLS #Libraries #LibraryGrants #CommunitySupport #IMLSgrant    Read the full announcement here: https://lnkd.in/e78HmKMU 

Interns and fellows provide museums with fresh perspectives and critical operations support. IMLS is proud to support to museums and institutions of higher education seeking funding for internship and fellowship programs. Last week, we announced the FY24 recipients of our American Latino Museum Internship and Fellowship Initiative (ALMIFI) grant program. Each funded project will provide paid internship and fellowship opportunities at American Latino museums. Read the full announcement ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eSmueajv #NationalInternDay #IMLSgrant

The Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners awarded federal Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) direct grants to public libraries. Ten libraries throughout the state will receive #IMLSgrant funding to develop sustainable projects that support mental health programming, early childhood education, entrepreneurs, and more. Congratulations to the recipients! Read the announcement ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e3EWBJHY Learn about LSTA ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eGAEdAqG

Nominate your favorite museum or library for a medal! 🥇 We are now accepting nominations for our 2025 National Medals for Museum and Library Service. #IMLSmedals Members of the public, board members, volunteers, or government officials are welcome to nominate an institution. Institutions can also self-nominate. Submit yours by September 6th ➡️ https://lnkd.in/g_yq47Bp

 International Coalition of Sites of Conscience will soon launch its three-part webinar series Addressing the Silences. The first webinar, on July 25th, will explore internal organizational reflection as the first step to external change — offering stories, frameworks, and assessment tools to help attendees evaluate community representation and engagement while identifying potential partners. Register here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eJ-uBBVp This series is supported by a National Leadership Grant for Museums. Learn more about IMLS grants ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eeBG38yP #IMLSgrant #museums