Native American Library Services Enhancement Grants (2026)
Posted: Jan 21, 2026 12:00:00 AM EST
Closes: 04/10/2026
Funding Information
Estimated Total Funding
$3,500,000
Award Ceiling
$150,000
Award Floor
$50,000
Expected Number of Awards
25
Description
The Native American Library Services Enhancement Grants program (NAE) assists eligible Native Communities in sustaining and improving library services with their communities. As information needs change, Tribal libraries must be able to serve as knowledge and resource centers to benefit their users and the wellness of their communities. The NAE program supports Native Communities across the country to address their individual information needs and priorities.
Synopsis
The Native American Library Services Enhancement Grants program (NAE) assists eligible Native Communities in sustaining and improving library services with their communities. As information needs change, Tribal libraries must be able to serve as knowledge and resource centers to benefit their users and the wellness of their communities. The NAE program supports Native Communities across the country to address their individual information needs and priorities.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants:
See the Notice of Funding Opportunity for program eligibility criteria.
Funding Activity Categories
CFDA Numbers
- 45.311 - Native American and Native Hawaiian Library Services
Contact Information
Agency: Institute of Museum and Library Services
Contact: Institute of Museum and Library Services
Email: imls-librarygrants@imls.gov
Phone: 202-653-4634
imls-librarygrants@imls.gov
imls-librarygrants@imls.gov
imls-librarygrants@imls.gov
Additional Information
Document Type: synopsis
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Version: 3
Last Updated: Jan 29, 2026 11:15:30 AM EST
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