National Leadership Grants for Libraries (2027)
Institute of Museum and Library Services · National Leadership Grants (45.312)
Posted 1 Sept 2026 · 43 days left
In plain terms
The US Institute of Museum and Library Services funds library projects nationwide that improve adult literacy, preserve American history, enhance information services, and build partnerships between libraries, archives and museums. Grants range from 25,000 to 1,000,000 US dollars with applications due by 13 November 2026.
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Summary
National Leadership Grants for Libraries (NLG-L) projects enhance the quality of library services nationwide. The program supports projects that: promote adult reading, and health and financial literacies; focus on programming and archival practices related to our shared American history; manage and preserve the national information infrastructure; serve the public’s information and education needs; enhance library and information services through effective and efficient use of new and emerging technologies; improve community prosperity; provide emergency services to communities during disasters and emergencies; and build collaborative partnerships between libraries, archives, and museums that benefit the communities they serve.
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Eligibility and conditions
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Applicant types: Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)
See the Notice of Funding Opportunity for eligibility requirements.