IMLS Leadership Grant: Empowering Public Libraries to Become Science Resource Centers for Their Communities
Forecasted
The Maine State Library’s IMLS Leadership Grant helps public libraries partner with science organizations to become local science resource centers and expand community science programming.
Funder: Maine State Library
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (projected)
Funding Amounts: Federal grant; typical award and duration details not specified—varies by project and annual appropriations.
Summary: Supports Maine public libraries in partnering with science organizations to enhance science programming and transform libraries into local science resource centers.
Description
This grant, administered by the Maine State Library with support from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), is designed to empower Maine’s public libraries to become science resource centers for their communities. Through collaboration with Cornerstones of Science and local science and technology organizations, the program aims to provide funding, expertise, and innovative programming. The goal is to expand access to scientific knowledge and resources, enabling libraries to better serve their patrons with dynamic science-based services and partnerships.
